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I love Lingua Franca it has been a favorite of mine for a long time and I love this “I read banned books” sweater and campaign they are doing.

All I have to say is really? Judy Blume…your banning Judy Blume?

I am going to tell you a quick story…when I was little do you know what story wasn’t banned from me? It’s a story about a young man who was told by God to go kill someone by chopping off their head for brass plates. Like he was a hero for listening to God and doing this. I think I read this story 500 plus times in my life. This is one of many problematic themes in this religious book. So if you’re worried about your kid reading Judy Blume I think your worries are misguided and I am saying that with a lot of love, compassion and empathy. Like maybe you have bigger fish to be frying?

Here is a list of all the banned books in Martin County, Florida…I personally will be making sure I read these with my kids and discussing them. If they are banned they are the books you should be reading…in my humble opinion.

Love,

Tiffany

Oh and this is the copy from the website…..

Introducing the Lingua Franca x Judy Blume Forever sweaters.

We partnered up with Amazon Prime Studios and their new film premiering April 21st, 2023. Judy Blume Forever tells the story of the woman whose trail-blazing books changed the way millions of readers understand themselves, their sexuality, and what it means to grow up.  

10% of proceeds from this sweater will be donated to PEN America. PEN stands at the intersection of literature and human rights to protect open expression in the US and worldwide. They are working tirelessly to prevent books like Judy Blume’s from being banned so kids today can still enjoy the humor and knowledge found in her books that address critical adolescent experiences and issues. 

Our classic cashmere crewneck with “i read banned books” embroidered across the front. Offered in Peony, Moss, Black, Oatmeal, Navy, Toffee, Peach, Smoke, Maroon, Red and Rust cashmere.

100% sustainably sourced, ethically produced cotton cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.