About this book
People don't always understand Mia's true autistic self. Fortunately, she's been able to express her feelings through singing and songwriting. With her best friend, Charlie, putting together the best beats, Mia has taken the internet by storm under her secret identity, Elle-Q! But when faced with the opportunity to perform live for a local talent show, Mia will have to decide if she'll let her worries about what other people think get in the way of not only her friendship with Charlie, but also showing everyone, including the bullies, who she is and what she has to say.
Censorship history
Speak Up! was banned or restricted in United States in 2024 for its LGBTQ+ themes and positive depiction of queer identity, as well as political content and sexual content. This case is part of a global pattern in which LGBTQ+ representation in literature faces disproportionate legal and institutional pressure.
Bans
| Country | Year | Reasons |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 2024 | LGBTQ+PoliticalSexualRacial |