Forbidden Bookclub

Forbidden Bookclub
Monday Nov 16th, 2026
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Welcome to The Forbidden Bookshelf, where we unlock the power of banned and challenged books! Our book club is dedicated to exploring literature restricted or removed from shelves due to Utah’s HB29, also known as the “sensitive materials” law. Join us as we delve into these forbidden texts, fostering open discussions and promoting intellectual freedom.

November’s Book: The Handmaid’s Tale (Graphic Novel) by Margaret Atwood

Our (Not So) Secret Mission

At The Forbidden Bookshelf, we believe that no book should be off-limits. We’re committed to uncovering the wisdom, perspectives, and stories hidden within challenged literature. By reading and discussing these “forbidden” books, we’re preserving the right to intellectual exploration and championing diverse voices.

How Our Secret Society Operates

Monthly meetings to discuss a selected “forbidden” book Books acquired from a local independent bookstore, supporting our community’s literary underground. After discussions, books are covertly donated to Brain Food Books, a 501(c)(3) non-profit.

Why We Unlock the Forbidden

Utah’s HB29 has locked many books away from curious minds in school libraries. By reading these “forbidden” books and donating them to Brain Food Books, we ensure that these valuable stories and ideas continue circulating, reaching those seeking knowledge and diverse perspectives. Join Our Literary Rebellion Together, we can challenge censorship and celebrate the freedom to read. Becoming a member of The Forbidden Bookshelf means you’re not just expanding your literary horizons – you’re part of a movement that keeps important stories alive and accessible. Let’s unlock the power of forbidden knowledge and support intellectual freedom for all.

Order your contraband literature from the King’s English Bookshop. Note: we ask that you donate your book after it is acquired so someone else may read this forbidden book.