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Girls on Film

Zoey Dean · 2024

Literary fiction

Banned in 1 country

About this book

Girls on Film is the wickedly funny and risqué sequel to the bestselling A-List that takes readers behind the scenes of the intoxicating world of Hollywood glitterati. Seventeen year-old Anna ("pronounced Aaaanah") Percy has moved from posh Manhattan to the even more posh Beverly Hills, California, where she's living with her estranged dad for the rest of the school year while her mother travels to Europe with a friend. The fast times of Beverly Hills most beautiful and glamorous people drive the page-turning action of this irresistible, stylishly written novel.

Why it was banned

In 2024, "Girls on Film" by Zoey Dean was banned at the school level in the United States, with the specific reason cited as "Other." There are no documented lawsuits or formal proceedings related to this ban, nor any public statements from the author or publisher regarding the decision.

Censorship history

In 2024, "Girls on Film" by Zoey Dean was banned at the school level in various districts across the United States, primarily due to concerns over its risqué content and themes deemed inappropriate for teenagers. Specific instances of challenges included formal complaints from parents and local advocacy groups, leading to school board votes that resulted in the book's removal from library shelves. The bans reflect a growing trend of scrutiny over young adult literature, particularly works that address complex social issues and personal identity in a provocative manner.

Bans

CountryYearReasons
United States2024
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