![]() ![]() Those under 17, must be read to by a parent.” Maybe the publisher should have written on the title page “This novel is rated R. The reason given was due to the sex and violence in the book. As far as I know, the only other time A Thousand Acres was banned was in Texas, not long after publication. ![]() Most authors know that banning books can increase sales, so here’s hoping. But it is a good list to be on-Toni Morrison! Judy Blume! Thank you, banners! Even so, I was thrilled to be number 1-Perhaps a revival was coming my way! Then I realized that my book, A Thousand Acres, was at the top because the list was alphabetical, not in order of shockingness. I have to admit that a few days ago, when I first saw the list of books banned in schools in Kuna, Idaho, I was a little surprised, given it was published back in 1991. ![]()
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