According to PEN America, during the 2022 -2023 school year, 40% of US book bans were in the state of Florida. When a book faces a challenge or ban from a public or school library, it reflects an attempt by one person to impose their personal beliefs on everyone else. Freadom Books is on a mission to combat these book bans and promote the principles of diversity and free expression. We believe every student deserves access to a wide range of literature and perspectives, and we firmly reject censorship that limits this access.

Our core initiative involves purchasing books that have been challenged or banned in Florida schools and strategically distributing them to Little Free Libraries, educational events, and community gatherings throughout the state. Every book carries a sticker letting the reader know that the book has been banned in a Florida public school and inside the reader will find an informational card on how to get involved and combat book bans at the local level.

Freadom Books is not just about providing access to books; it’s about ensuring that the voices and stories within banned books continue to enrich the lives of students across the state. Join us as we stand up for FREADOM, one banned book at a time. Together, we can ensure that Florida schools and communities remain vibrant hubs of intellectual curiosity and free thought!