George M. Johnson Wrote A Book That Is Getting Banned Across The United States — Here's What They Have To Say About It
buzzfeed.commost banned and challenged book in the United States. Enter George M. Johnson. The author, journalist, and activist published their memoir, All Boys Aren't Blue, in 2020.
Filled with coming-of-age stories, including their experience with sexual assault and having consensual sex for the first time, the young adult book quickly became fodder for some parents who argued that it has no place in the hands of young readers.For Black History Month, I spoke with George M.
Johnson about creating such an impactful piece of literature. The New Jersey native also explained how the ban on their book has impacted them personally and shared their vision for the future of Black queer people.
Read what they told BuzzFeed ahead.Editor's note: This interview has been edited for length and clarity. It includes discussions of rape, abuse, assault, and suicide ideation.George M.
