J.K.Rowling: Banned, Challenged, and censored.

MacDonald, Joan Vos. J.K.Rowling: Banned, Challenged, and censored.
Enslow, 2008, 260p, $34.60, 978-0-7660-2687-2

The author has written an easy to read book for young readers that will certainly keep their attention and present the factual details on the career of a well-known author, J.K. Rowling. The factual details are interestingly presented as well as informative and educational.
The inclusion of chronology, chapter notes, several lists, where to obtain more information and a glossary/index make this a useful research tool. The inclusion of web sites for youngsters is also important in school classrooms today.
The flow and balance of both the text and full color visuals are integrated to present a very stimulating book for both young and reluctant readers.
Over the past years I have read many articles and books about Rowling and her books. I found this book to be a good blend of fact and insight into an author that has faced many trials over the years. It was an enjoyable read.
Lastly but most importantly was the information presented on censorship. The facts presented provided a much-needed insight for readers to understand the nuances of censorship (Banned, Censored, and Bowdlerized) and the steps that can be taken to counteract it (Breaking the spell).
This book is one in the _Authors of Banned Books series. The series consists of _4_ books at this time. The general theme of the series is_authors who have had books banned.
This is a very well written book that will relate well to many young readers. It is recommended as a basic book for any middle or elementary school library. It would make an excellent selection for a basic books list for school libraries. LM