Meanwhile, on the other side of the world…

It’s Banned Books Week here in the United States; but half a world away, in the homeland of World.edu, censorship is also in full throttle:

Hardcore porn, explosives and violent novels: The books banned in Queensland
More than 50,000 books and magazines that can be sold around Australia are not allowed to be stocked on Queensland shelves.

http://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/queensland/hardcore-porn-explosives-and-violent-novels-the-books-banned-in-queensland-20151001-gjzgyg.html

About R. Wolf Baldassarro 243 Articles
R. Wolf Baldassarro is an American poet, writer, and columnist. He has been a guest on radio, television, and internet podcasts; contributed to various third-party projects; and has material featured in literary publications such as the Mused Literary Review and Punchnel's "Mythic Indy" anthology. He is the author of six books and a professional photograph gallery. In 2014 he added actor to his list of accomplishments and will appear in his first feature film as the villainous Klepto King in Aladdin 3477. He has worked for over a decade in behavioral health and holds degrees in psychology and English. For more on his work and media contact information please visit his website at www.deepforestproductions.com

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