About this book
Wonnie is a brave girl who came out at just thirteen years old. She found support in her parents and taught herself to live life to its fullest. Wonnie belongs to a friendly LGBT community in Philadelphia. She produces Come Out!, a podcast that has become a platform for gay-lesbian-trans teens. Her love life is also at its peak, but Rebecca, Wonnie's girlfriend, wants to get married. Funny, romantic and honest, this novel follows a day in the life of Wonnie. Wonnie is a book from Coming Out, an EPIC Press six set series. Some titles may contain explicit content and/or language.
Censorship history
In 2024, "Wonnie" by Sylvia Aguilar Zeleny was banned at the school level in several districts across the United States due to its LGBTQ+ content and perceived immorality. This ban was part of a broader trend of challenges against books with similar themes, often initiated by local parent-teacher associations and conservative advocacy groups. Specific instances included formal complaints lodged in school districts in states like Texas and Florida, where school boards voted to remove the book from library shelves. As of late 2024, the ban remains upheld in these districts, with ongoing debates about the appropriateness of LGBTQ+ literature in educational settings.
Bans
| Country | Year | Reasons |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 2024 | LGBTQ+Moral |
