Unban Coolies
About Unban Coolies
Hi, I’m Christopher! Welcome to Unban Coolies, where we champion diversity in books across public schools and libraries. In light of the recent surge in book bans and censorship, our mission has become increasingly urgent.
My passion for this cause was ignited by my beloved childhood favorite book, COOLIES, a story whose characters resonated deeply with me. Discovering its ban felt like a personal blow. Delving further, I uncovered a disheartening list of other banned classics including The Diary of a Young Girl, Dragonwings, Beloved, The Catcher in the Rye, To Kill a Mockingbird, Where the Wild Things Are, Animal Farm, Beloved, The Bluest Eye, I Am Jazz, Lord of the Flies, among others.
At Unban Coolies, we embrace a nonpartisan stance and value diverse viewpoints. Residing in a nation that treasures open dialogue, we encourage all perspectives on our social media platforms. Through these constructive discussions, our goal is to foster meaningful solutions. Join us as we strive to ensure access to a rich tapestry of literature for all.
Unban Coolies videos
The main feature of my advocacy work is conducting interviews with a diverse range of guests including award-winning authors, illustrators, editors, literary giants, and rock-star librarians to everyday citizens. We explore their perspective on book bans, and their inspiration and delve into their work and fun facts. The aim is to showcase people of diverse backgrounds and viewpoints.
As a library bonus, these author interviews can enrich the classroom by providing students with valuable insights into the author’s creative process, themes, and intentions, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of the literature being studied. Prepare to be inspired by selecting any of the videos below:
