One of the most frequent reasons cited for a book challenge has to do with content related to LGBTQ+ characters, situations, or themes. Many of these same titles are also award winners for teen and young adults in both fiction and non-fiction. While there has been a massive increase in the number of books being challenged for this reason in the last few years there is a long history of censorship of LGBTQ+ voices. Below you will find more information about current and historical challenges to LGBTQ+ materials.