Banned Books, Banned Writers

Amnesty International works with partners during Banned Books Week/Month to draw attention to writers, editors, librarians, publishers, poets, musicians, and readers who suffer human rights violations because of their work.

Banned Books Week 2025

From September 15 through October 15, 2025, Amnesty International USA will spotlight cases highlighting individuals or communities whose human rights are under attack because of their work as writers (authors, journalists, bloggers, filmmakers, poets, novelists, musicians), or the publishers and librarians who distribute their work.  You can write after October 15th as well.

The Cases