On today's episode, we discuss banned books and related topics

Join Otto and Miles as they explore three powerful books that faced challenges in schools and libraries: "Thug," "Letter to My Son" by Ta-Nehisi Coates, and the graphic novel "Maus" by Art Spiegelman.

In This Episode:

• Discover why these important books were banned in some places
• Learn about the real-life stories behind each book
• Understand how these books returned to library shelves
• Explore why these books matter to readers today

Featured Books:

1. "Thug" - A story that challenges stereotypes and discusses important social issues
2. "Letter to My Son" - Ta-Nehisi Coates's powerful letter about being Black in America
3. "Maus" - Art Spiegelman's award-winning graphic novel about his father's Holocaust survival story

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