LET FREEDOM READ WEEK

LET FREEDOM READ WEEK

OCTOBER 05 - 11, 2025

Let Freedom Read Week is an annual event that highlights the freedom to read and the challenges posed by censorship. Celebrated in libraries, schools and bookstores nationwide, the week showcases titles that have faced challenges or restrictions and encourages open discussion about intellectual freedom.

First launched in 1982, Let Freedom Read Week draws attention to the value of diverse ideas, voices and stories, even those considered controversial or uncomfortable. It reminds readers that limiting access to books limits access to knowledge, empathy and different perspectives.

Each year, events and displays feature frequently challenged books, from classics like To Kill a Mockingbird to contemporary works addressing a variety of hotly-debated topics. By spotlighting these books, the initiative underscores the importance of protecting the rights of authors, educators and readers alike.

Let Freedom Read Week is not only about defending literature. It is also about affirming the principle that everyone deserves the freedom to explore information and ideas without restriction.