I absolutely loved Lula Dean’s Little Library of Banned Books! I didn’t know much more than the premise: Lula Dea wanted to ban books and started a little library of books she thought were appropriate to read; a college student removed the book jackets and replaced with banned books. But this book, through its large cast of interconnected characters addresses so much more than than the right to read. Kirsten Miller weaves subplots related to neo nazism, fake news, feminism, rape, political extremism, and LGBTQ+ issues.

Great for book clubs!

This is one of those books where I almost regret reading an advanced copy -- because I want to run out and buy it for all my friends. Miller perfectly balances humor, satire, connection, and the dark /dangerous edges of our modern times, when book bans are flaring all around us. The characters are memorable, despite the cast growing quite large, and the small town vibe is perfection. I really can't wait to share this with everyone when it publishes in June.