Twisted (Anderson novel)
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| Author | Laurie Halse Anderson |
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| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Young adult novel |
| Publisher | Viking Press |
Publication date | May 15, 2008 |
| ISBN | 9780142411841 |
Twisted is a young adult novel by Laurie Halse Anderson published March 20, 2007 by Viking Books.
Reception[edit]
Reviews[edit]
Twisted was generally well-received by critics, including a starred review from Kirkus Reviews.[1]
Publishers Weekly wrote, "This dark comedy gives a chillingly accurate portrayal of the high-school social scene, in which morals, perceptions and conceptions of truth are continually being challenged." They further indicated that "readers will respect [the main character's] integrity, which outshines his mistakes."[2]
Awards[edit]
| Year | Award | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | American Library Association's (ALA) Best Books for Young Adults | Selection | [3][4] |
| 2012 | ALA Popular Paperbacks for Young Adults | Selection | [5][6] |
Controversy[edit]
Twisted is listed on the American Library Association's (ALA) "Frequently Challenged Young Adult Books" list.[7] The list is created via ALA Office for Intellectual Freedom, which "receives reports from libraries, schools, and the media on attempts to ban books in communities across the country," then "compile[s] lists of challenged books in order to inform the public about censorship efforts that affect libraries and schools."[7]
In 2022, Twisted was listed among 52 novels banned by the Alpine School District following the implementation of Utah law H.B. 374, “Sensitive Materials In Schools."[8]
References[edit]
- ^ "Twisted". Kirkus Reviews. 2007-02-15. Retrieved 2022-08-05.
- ^ "Twisted by Laurie Halse Anderson". Publishers Weekly. 2007-01-15. Retrieved 2022-08-05.
- ^ "Twisted | Awards & Grants". American Library Association. 2010-03-04. Retrieved 2022-08-05.
- ^ "Best Books for Young Adults 2008". Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA). 2008-01-15. Retrieved 2022-08-05.
- ^ "Twisted | Awards & Grants". American Library Association. 2012-05-04. Retrieved 2022-08-05.
- ^ "2008 Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers". Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA). 2008-01-16. Retrieved 2022-08-05.
- ^ a b "Frequently Challenged Young Adult Books". Advocacy, Legislation & Issues. 2016-08-09. Retrieved 2022-08-05.
- ^ "Ban on 52 Books in Largest Utah School District is a Worrisome Escalation of Censorship". PEN America. 2022-08-01. Retrieved 2022-08-05.