In Ban This Book by Alan Gratz, nine-year-old Amy Anne Ollinger, a passionate reader, takes action when her favorite books are banned from her school library by a classmate's mother. She establishes a secret lending library in her locker to make the banned books accessible to her peers, facing challenges and learning to advocate for her beliefs along the way.

Alan Gratz's Ban This Book is a thought-provoking and engaging read for middle-grade audiences. Reviews commend its strong narrative and effective exploration of censorship themes. Some critiques mention predictable plot elements, yet the majority agree it inspires young readers to stand up for their beliefs and highlights the power of literature.

A middle-grade reader who enjoys Ban This Book by Alan Gratz is likely a fan of empowering stories about young protagonists taking a stand for their beliefs. Similar readers might enjoy Louis Sachar’s Holes and Andrew Clements’ Frindle for their themes of youthful resilience and creativity in the face of challenges.

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