Meyer’s Twilight Series: A Challenged Book

Stephanie Meyer, the hottest writer for young people ever since J.K. Rowling, has earned a new reputation that has once again linked her to the creator of Harry Potter: the growing censor concern from parents and educators.

Millions upon millions of young people have been caught up in the craze for all things vampire. From books to TV shows to films, various literary pieces that involve supernatural beings have been created recently. However, the popularity of fantasy books has raised concerns among educators and parents.

Meyer’s bestselling Twilight series has been placed on the fifth spot of 2009’s most “challenged books.” The American Library Association released the rankings Wednesday. Many have disapproved of the Twilight series because of its sexual content. A library association also criticized Meyer’s books for creating general unease about supernatural stories.

Topping the list of 2009 controversial books is IM by Lauren Myracle, which has been criticized for its language, nudity and drug references. The chart topper of the previous year’s list was And Tango Makes Three by Peter Parnell and Justin Richardson.

Other books cited include The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger (for sexual content and language) and To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee (for racism and language).

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