Join the Utah LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce, SafeZone Utah, and our local LGBTQ+ and Allied booksellers, Under The Umbrella, The Legendarium, Crowne Books, The King's English & Weller Book Works as we collect banned books to give away at community events throughout the state.

As organizations who understand that freedom of expression is the foundation of our democracy; and, that LGBTQ2SIA+ and BIPOC representation in literature is critical and lifesaving, and because books are our business, we have launched this campaign to counter the vocal minority in Utah today which is working to limit information about the lived experiences of our LGBTQ+ and BIPOC community members. Under the guise of moral rightitude, certain individuals believe that the centering of their ideals and experiences and the consequent erasure of marginalized people is justified and right. This is simply not true. What is true, is that we are stronger when all people have access to the information they need to determine the best paths for themselves.

What is also true…

As of June 2026, Utah is the U.S. State with the highest number of banned books – 35!

The Utah LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce, SafeZone Utah and our independent book sellers will center, celebrate, and amplify vital LGBTQ & BIPOC stories through this campaign which will run until there are no more banned books in Utah!

Here's how you can help:

Make a monetary donation today!

Donations to this campaign will be used as follows:

10% of funds raised will be used for campaign operational costs. 90% of funds raised will be used to purchase books directly from the local independent booksellers involved in the campaign. Books purchased with these funds will be titles on the Utah Banned Books List; and, will be given away at community events throughout the year

Buy banned books!

For your own enjoyment, for gifts, or to donate back to our banned book giveaways; buy banned books from our local independent booksellers. You can purchase books online directly from the shop(s) of your choosing - just click a logo below and shop away or visit these amazing businesses in person.