I didn’t write it to be challenged. I didn’t write it to be a controversial book. I can’t really take it as a point of pride because it was banned someplace. The first time it happened, it was... well, exciting isn’t the right word, but I thought, 'Wow, it’s getting all this attention.' And I did think it was kind of exciting, that it was being talked about that way. But after a time, you start to realize that the argument is always the same. I no longer find the argument exciting, and it’s certainly not a matter of pride. It’s more of mourning the fact that people can’t agree to disagree, and people can’t find common ground. The people who object for moral reasons cannot see the value of the book, and the people who see the value of the book don’t realize why it’s upsetting to more religious people. — Stephen Chbosky, Word Riot, 2011
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I enjoyed the book. As a person struggling with mental illness the book resonated with me. I also enjoyed the movie.
Ive never seen the movie but this book was special for 15 yo me. I didnt know it was a banned book.
The book is excellent but quite intense, I'd HIGHLY suggest it if you get the time to read it if you enjoyed the movie! It's a pretty quick read too. I haven't seen the movie but I've heard from some people that it's pretty faithful to the books overall vibe.