tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post3010333442916734196..comments2024-03-18T19:09:05.766-04:00Comments on For What It's Worth: Speak Out!Karenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13958940283330319507noreply@blogger.comBlogger40125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-24912079556847848332010-10-02T14:32:59.515-04:002010-10-02T14:32:59.515-04:00I would love to read Speak. Please enter me in th...I would love to read Speak. Please enter me in this giveawy!<br /><br />Tweeted:<br /><br />http://twitter.com/BookLoverSarah/status/26197662563<br /><br />familyhistree at yahoo dot com<br /><br />Sarah ESarah Ehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15140153563461226061noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-56778690440972281782010-10-01T12:05:03.862-04:002010-10-01T12:05:03.862-04:00As a former english literature major this issue is...As a former english literature major this issue is one that is close to my heart. Nothing makes my blood boil faster than hearing someone tell me what I can or cannot read. <br /><br />+5 whether I win the book or not I plan to read it and blog about it mommywantstoread.blogspot.com<br /><br /><br />giveawaymommy at yahoo.comAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13906302971194197232noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-17225450817632316082010-09-30T09:02:57.728-04:002010-09-30T09:02:57.728-04:00Banning a book just made me want to read it more w...Banning a book just made me want to read it more when I was in high school.Cherihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00272976782734448326noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-82621492217989780472010-09-29T13:15:42.176-04:002010-09-29T13:15:42.176-04:00This book has been on my list for some time.
And ...This book has been on my list for some time. <br />And when I heard that they were publishing an anniversary version, I really wanted to read it. <br /><br />My email is kathrynl2e(at)aol(dot)com<br /><br />+5 And I will review this book on my blog.<br />http://kathrynl2e.blogspot.comKathrynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02697416386376337586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-28083731947465097152010-09-28T22:10:06.759-04:002010-09-28T22:10:06.759-04:00please sign me up...please sign me up...Tashahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08442918317541438841noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-11539915229450697592010-09-28T12:30:00.680-04:002010-09-28T12:30:00.680-04:00Karen,
I'll admit. I'm a bit of a prude w...Karen,<br /><br />I'll admit. I'm a bit of a prude when it comes to sex in YA novels. I'm not very read in the genre. But from what I've seen, many YA adult authors don't really address the important issues surrounding sex and teens.<br /><br />One example is Shiver, which my oldest (17 yo) labeled as one of the best reads she had this year. I didn't mind the sex in it so much (which is glossed over) as the idea it seemed like not a big deal and did nothing to add to the story or character growth. Just something to do because there was time.<br /><br />Just like in adult books, I think sex in YA books should be purposeful. And it really bothered me that it took until the next chapter to say: Oh yeah. I forgot to tell the readers, we were safe about it if you were wondering.<br /><br />I'm thinking, really? Who brought up the condom topic and where did they get them? That's an important topic to broach, yeah? I know as a teen I'd want to know how people bring up the topic without making it awkward.<br /><br />Okay. I better stop, cause I think I've just gone on a tangent.Reena Jacobshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16860984511692822921noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-64051354251853132322010-09-28T12:10:48.961-04:002010-09-28T12:10:48.961-04:00@Reena - I can't even begin to tell you what a...@Reena - I can't even begin to tell you what a non issue this book is. The worst word in it is "pissed off" used once. There is a wonderful teacher in it....the so called abortion/partying girl thing is one paragraph - an observation by the MC - nothing described. The dysfunctional family is just of one unable to speak to each other - no big deal. The rape was never even described never mind explicit. I'm kind of stunned.<br />It is rough (mostly becasue you feel for the girl - not because of the graphic nature) but I related to it in so many ways and it's just not explicit. Maybe you would have a different opinion. I've probably read 1/2 a dozen YA paranormals in the past week that were 10 times worse than that book.Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13958940283330319507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-44205343081942388942010-09-28T11:58:36.764-04:002010-09-28T11:58:36.764-04:00Karen,
It's certainly starting to make me won...Karen,<br /><br />It's certainly starting to make me wonder about the book. :) Considering the way he feels about sex education and human biology (which I think children totally need. After all, we all have bodies and "special parts." And most of us are going to experience sex one day), it might be he's just a bit on the prudish side. Though I don't think kids should or need to be exposed to everything, there's also balance.Reena Jacobshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16860984511692822921noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-89008926075302945062010-09-28T11:46:07.150-04:002010-09-28T11:46:07.150-04:00Thanks for all the comments - I just want to add t...Thanks for all the comments - I just want to add that I finished the book yesterday and it is probably the least graphic & least offensive YA book I've read in ages! It is a really beautiful story and I hope kids get a chance to read it. That guy is waaaayyyy off base with this one!Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13958940283330319507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-11952106191857487832010-09-28T10:21:24.131-04:002010-09-28T10:21:24.131-04:00I would love this book! I've heard so many gre...I would love this book! I've heard so many great things about it. Please count me in.<br /><br />+5 I am a blogger and would definitely review it!<br /><br />+1 Blogged:<br />http://cerebralgirl.blogspot.com/2010/09/book-giveaways-in-blogworld-09-25-10.html<br /><br />nfmgirl AT gmail DOT comnfmgirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03677291537193518055noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-17441042700935267542010-09-28T07:39:00.083-04:002010-09-28T07:39:00.083-04:00I don't think that the thoughts of one dickhea...I don't think that the thoughts of one dickhead should stop me or anyone from reading a book that has obviously touched many lives. We have a mind of our own and we can use and think with it ourselves. I don't know about anyone else, but i'd punch this guy in the weiner if I ever met him.<br /><br />But there is one thing I will do, I will thank mr whats-his-name for bringing this book to mine and other peoples attention and all the good publicity that the books are getting.<br /><br />Thank you for this contest and thank you for speaking out!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-13034781715957574152010-09-28T03:10:29.504-04:002010-09-28T03:10:29.504-04:00I am standing up against censorship and standing u...I am standing up against censorship and standing up for the themes that books represent. The great thing about books is you get to choose to read it or choose not to and imagine what this world would be like without these "controversial book" There was a time that books about interacial marriage or female infidelity would have been banned. Thanks<br />hmhenderson AT yahoo DOT comhendyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07065529974303137143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-77810541163276149592010-09-28T00:41:11.230-04:002010-09-28T00:41:11.230-04:00Thank you for taking part sorry I don't have a...Thank you for taking part sorry I don't have a blog but I have spread the word on twitter alot. Thank you for the chance to win it :)<br />here is my tweet for you<br />http://twitter.com/latishajean/status/25756557479<br />tishajean@charter.netlatishajeanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14684434404351430325noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-21646538205190885492010-09-26T11:17:51.952-04:002010-09-26T11:17:51.952-04:00Crud. I accidentally entered in the Mr. Linky. I&#...Crud. I accidentally entered in the Mr. Linky. I'm not participating in Speak Loudly/Out, since I can't find enough words to coherently speak out what I have to say. <br /><br />My blog is http://wordsonpaperya.blogspot.com<br /><br />cc932005 at hotmail dot comCasshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07568646164849243366noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-43006594705936486982010-09-26T11:16:07.061-04:002010-09-26T11:16:07.061-04:00Thanks for the contest! I'm really feeling the...Thanks for the contest! I'm really feeling the anti-banning that's going around lately. It's RIDICULOUS how many books have been banned around the world, and for really conservative and constricting reasons. It's stripping children & furthermore, people, of their rights and freedom.<br /><br />+5 I'm a blogger, and while it's not ideal that I send the book forth (since I don't have a copy for myself and I'm sure I'll love it), I agree to it. What can I say? I'm a giver. :P<br /><br />cc932005 at hotmail dot comCasshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07568646164849243366noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-9969672827261788262010-09-26T00:08:13.710-04:002010-09-26T00:08:13.710-04:00Hi,
maybe someone should create a bagde saying &...Hi, <br /><br />maybe someone should create a bagde saying 'anti-book banning'?<br /><br />I'm sorry, I don't have a blog [yet]<br /><br />regards, <br />maidenhealer@hotmail.comPngnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-24372073226339047712010-09-25T23:03:31.255-04:002010-09-25T23:03:31.255-04:00I feel very close to this topic, especially about ...I feel very close to this topic, especially about Speak and Twenty Boy Summer, both books that have personally helped me overcome a hurdle. I think it's abhorrent to ban these books from teenagers who might be feeling the same way the main characters did, the same way I did. We can't shield our children off from the entire world. Would you rather them be totally oblivious if a situation like this happened to them, or have an outlet for their feelings or a "guide" of sorts to refer to? <br /><br />+5 I'm a blogger and would LOVE to review Speak. I would even if I don't win, assuming I can go out and get a copy soon.<br /><br />+1 Tweet http://twitter.com/bookistafreeze/status/25554740648<br /><br />angelmistress[at]hotmail[dot]comKristina Barnes♥https://www.blogger.com/profile/08979145078007906681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-67523118830836062052010-09-25T22:17:50.111-04:002010-09-25T22:17:50.111-04:00Banned books are always such a touchy subject but ...Banned books are always such a touchy subject but I think that it is important for people to have choice. Speak is not pornography and obviously the writer of this horrible letter has not read it for it's real value. I'd love the opportunity to read the book again (I've read it once) and talk about the true meaning behind the title.<br /><br />+5 I am a blogger to agrees to review Speak<br />(www.allaboutyabooks.blogspot.com)<br /><br />+1 I tweeted <br />http://twitter.com/clderwee/status/25551226736Christinabeanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00945271825456977665noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-86085345080234674052010-09-25T21:34:29.533-04:002010-09-25T21:34:29.533-04:00I really want to read the book Speak - I think eve...I really want to read the book Speak - I think everyone should be able to have their choice of books. The things that happen in the book are reality, they will learn soon enough if they don't already know.<br /><br />+5 I'm a blogger who agrees to review Speak.<br /><br />+1 Link - http://maddieeemsblog.blogspot.com/p/contestsgiveaways.html<br /><br />maddie.mcphail@gmail.comMaddie https://www.blogger.com/profile/00487233898317954835noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-16004321120946301002010-09-25T21:31:23.241-04:002010-09-25T21:31:23.241-04:00Thanks for the chance!
simplystacieblog at gmail ...Thanks for the chance!<br /><br />simplystacieblog at gmail dot comSimply Staciehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10927773744363980957noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-25013758847159304832010-09-25T17:50:21.796-04:002010-09-25T17:50:21.796-04:00Thanks, I'd love to win. It's like the boo...Thanks, I'd love to win. It's like the book banners want to shut people up about this topic just like people often do to victims of rape.purplumehttp://www.purplume.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-81915696559679620692010-09-25T09:04:46.736-04:002010-09-25T09:04:46.736-04:00I'd love to read this book!
+5 I'm a blo...I'd love to read this book! <br /><br />+5 I'm a blogger and I promise to read and review this book if I win. My blog link:<br />http://the-bookaholics.blogspot.com/<br /><br />+1 Tweeted:<br />http://twitter.com/aikchien/status/25496032093<br /><br />aikychien at yahoo dot comAikhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07120383471104483739noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-72942539239389434122010-09-25T02:35:20.540-04:002010-09-25T02:35:20.540-04:00I`m so glad that I can take part in something like...I`m so glad that I can take part in something like this. It proves that we have humanity.<br /><br />I have a review but I`m from Bulgaria and my review is in Bulgarian so... you wont get anything :D +5<br /><br />annie.annie@abv.bgAnihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14294717939773596680noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-52271161398040024902010-09-25T01:41:37.366-04:002010-09-25T01:41:37.366-04:00Thank you for the chance to enter to win this book...Thank you for the chance to enter to win this book.<br />Thank you...for speaking out.<br />Censorship, and banning of books, is wrong.<br />:o)<br />pippirose59 at gmail dot compippirosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01434077761560911345noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-64530156256420618982010-09-24T08:23:46.974-04:002010-09-24T08:23:46.974-04:00There's so much hype about this book I'm c...There's so much hype about this book I'm curious to see what its about. A friend of mine have been talking about this "banning" a few days back. Like I told her, its up to the readers to read the books they want. I'm sure they know what it is they're reading. And a rape scene is considered porn? Ridiculous! It's reality, it happens, why prevent people from reading that?<br /><br />Anyway, I'm a blogger too, and I will review the book and past it on to other bloggers should I win, my way of contributing to speak loudly. +5<br /><br />thanks!<br /><br />I tweeted: http://twitter.com/amaterasureads/status/25398340264<br /><br />amaterasureads AT gmail DOT comKai Agitohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17582438571397701800noreply@blogger.com