BANNED

Yes, Anger Is a Gift: A Novel Is Banned!

by Mark Oshiro

1 documented challenges

Why Was It Banned?

Where Was It Banned?

Kansas Goddard Public Schools 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anger Is a Gift: A Novel banned?

Yes, Anger Is a Gift: A Novel by Mark Oshiro has been banned or challenged in 1 documented instances across 1 states in the United States, including Kansas. It remains one of the most frequently challenged books in America.

Why was Anger Is a Gift: A Novel banned?

Anger Is a Gift: A Novel has been challenged and banned for the following reasons: LGBTQ+ Themes. These challenges have come from school boards, libraries, and parent groups seeking to restrict access to the book.

Where is Anger Is a Gift: A Novel banned?

As of 2025, Anger Is a Gift: A Novel has been banned or challenged in Kansas. Notable bans include Goddard Public Schools (2021).