‘I know it’s going to get banned’: Author on frustration of publishing inclusive books

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'I know it's going to get banned': Author on frustration of publishing inclusive books

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Author Melissa Hart is refusing to give into parents and states who are challenging the intent of authors publishing more inclusive books for children and teenagers. CNN's Evan McMorris-Santoro speaks with Hart and her non-binary teenager about their frustrations over book banning.

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