BANNED
Yes, I Was Here Is Banned!
1 documented challenges
Why Was It Banned?
Where Was It Banned?
Oklahoma Bristow Public Schools
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is I Was Here banned?
Yes, I Was Here by Gayle Forman has been banned or challenged in 1 documented instances across 1 states in the United States, including Oklahoma. It remains one of the most frequently challenged books in America.
Why was I Was Here banned?
I Was Here has been challenged and banned for the following reasons: Sexual Content. These challenges have come from school boards, libraries, and parent groups seeking to restrict access to the book.
Where is I Was Here banned?
As of 2025, I Was Here has been banned or challenged in Oklahoma. Notable bans include Bristow Public Schools (2021).