Library Exposed spotlights books in the Rockwood School District that contain controversial or potentially sensitive content. Our team carefully reviews each book and shares key excerpts without personal commentary, allowing parents to make informed decisions about their children's reading materials. Our mission is to provide a reliable and trusted resource for parents in our community and beyond.

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Gone Girl

Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn

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The Miseducation of Cameron Post

The Miseducation of Cameron Post by Emily M. Danforth

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The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson

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What Girls are Made of

What Girls Are Made Of by Elana K. Arnold

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Red Hood

Red Hood by Elana K. Arnold

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The Meaning of Pride

The Meaning of Pride by Rosiee Thor

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Hold Still

Hold Still by Nina LaCour

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Two Boys Kissing

Two Boys Kissing by David Levithan

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Return to Paradise

Return to Paradise by Simone Elkeles

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All the Bright Places

All the Bright Places by Jennifer Niven

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Lush

Natasha Friend by Natasha Friend

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Property of the Rebel Librarian

Property of the Rebel Librarian by Allison Varnes

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Hopeless

Hopeless by Colleen Hoover

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Infinity Son

Infinity Son by Adam Silvera

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I Hunt Killers

I Hunt Killers by Barry Lyga

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Waking up White: And Finding Myself in the Story of Race

Waking Up White: And Finding Myself in the Story of Race by Debby Irving

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Tilt by Ellen Hopkins

Tilt by Ellen Hopkins

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The Antiracist Kid: A Book About Identity, Justice, and Activism

The Antiracist Kid: A Book About Identity, Justice, and Activism by Tiffany Jewell

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Trans Mission: My Quest to a Beard

Trans Mission: My Quest to a Beard by Alex Bertie

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Secret Pizza Party

Secret Pizza Party by Adam Rubin and illustrated by Daniel Salmieri

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One Last Stop

One Last Stop by Casey McQuiston

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Wild Cards

Wild Cards by Simone Elkeles

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Man o’ War

Man o’ War by Cory McCarthy

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Graceling

Graceling by Kristin Cashore

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Leaving Paradise

Leaving Paradise by Simone Elkeles

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Girls Resist!: A Guide to Activism, Leadership, and Starting a Revolution

Girls Resist!: A Guide to Activism, Leadership, and Starting a Revolution by KaeLyn Rich

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City of Glass

City of Glass by Cassandra Clare

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Outlander

Outlander by Diana Gabaldon

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Nick & Norah’s Infinite Playlist

Nick & Norah’s Infinite Playlist by Rachel Cohn and David Levithan

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The New Queer Conscience

The New Queer Conscience by Adam Eli

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News & Insights

News
Education Under President Biden: The Controversial Role of the Book Ban Czar
Education Under President Biden: The Controversial Role of the Book Ban Czar
Rockwood School District's Policy Changes: A Reflection of Nationwide Suppression of Parental Voices
Rockwood School District's Policy Changes: A Reflection of Nationwide Suppression of Parental Voices
Unpacking Former President Obama's Ode to Librarians: A Cause for Concern?
Unpacking Former President Obama's Ode to Librarians: A Cause for Concern?
The Silent Grooming in School Libraries: How Explicit Books Could Be Aiding Child Traffickers
The Silent Grooming in School Libraries: How Explicit Books Could Be Aiding Child Traffickers
From Guilt to Guidance: How Parents Can Navigate Their Children's Reading Choices
From Guilt to Guidance: How Parents Can Navigate Their Children's Reading Choices
The Pride Movement in Children's Books: A Discussion on Age-Appropriate Content
The Pride Movement in Children's Books: A Discussion on Age-Appropriate Content
Missouri State Rule Sharpens Stance on Public Access Computers in Libraries
Missouri State Rule Sharpens Stance on Public Access Computers in Libraries
Missouri Libraries Adopt New Regulation to Protect Minors
Missouri Libraries Adopt New Regulation to Protect Minors
Inconsistent Implementation of SB 775: The Impact on School Districts and Students
Inconsistent Implementation of SB 775: The Impact on School Districts and Students
Library Exposed Unveils New Look and Features
Library Exposed Unveils New Look and Features
DeSantis Pushes Back Against Book Ban Accusations
DeSantis Pushes Back Against Book Ban Accusations
NEA Under Fire for Promoting Sexually Explicit Literature
NEA Under Fire for Promoting Sexually Explicit Literature
Library Exposed Reaches 100: Shedding Light on Controversial Books in Rockwood Schools
Library Exposed Reaches 100: Shedding Light on Controversial Books in Rockwood Schools
Missouri Librarians and ACLU Sue Over Censorship Law
Missouri Librarians and ACLU Sue Over Censorship Law
Opt-In vs. Opt-Out: Which Approach is Safer for Children's Library Access?
Opt-In vs. Opt-Out: Which Approach is Safer for Children's Library Access?
Rockwood School District Complies with Missouri Law, Removes 22 Books from Libraries
Rockwood School District Complies with Missouri Law, Removes 22 Books from Libraries
New Missouri Law Bans Explicit Sexual Material in K-12 Schools
New Missouri Law Bans Explicit Sexual Material in K-12 Schools
Missouri Attorney General Files Lawsuit Against Rockwood School District for Violating Sunshine Law
Missouri Attorney General Files Lawsuit Against Rockwood School District for Violating Sunshine Law
Rockwood School District Faces Backlash from Parents Over FBI Tip Line
Rockwood School District Faces Backlash from Parents Over FBI Tip Line
The Birth of Library Exposed: A Look at How the Project Came to Life (Part 3)
The Birth of Library Exposed: A Look at How the Project Came to Life (Part 3)
The Birth of Library Exposed: A Look at How the Project Came to Life (Part 2)
The Birth of Library Exposed: A Look at How the Project Came to Life (Part 2)
The Birth of Library Exposed: A Look at How the Project Came to Life (Part 1)
The Birth of Library Exposed: A Look at How the Project Came to Life (Part 1)