The document provides biographical information about author Judy Blume and discusses her experiences with censorship. It notes that Blume was born in 1938 in New Jersey, enjoyed English in school, and wrote the popular book Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret. The document discusses how Blume received a phone call from a woman accusing her of being a communist for writing that book. It also outlines Blume's views on censorship and banning books for containing topics kids will encounter anyway.

1. Are You There God it’s Me Margaret By. Judy Blume

3. Eleven-year-old Margaret Simon has just moved to the suburbs and wants to be like everyone else. When she is confronted with body and religious issues, she struggles as she tries to conform. Not only does she learn about religion and puberty, she also learns how to view other people . PLOT

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7. Hi Kia, Thanks for your warm and supportive message. When it comes to censorship we need all the help we can get. I've edited a new book - Places I Never Meant To Be, Original Stories By Censored Writers. It includes an introduction in which I share my personal experiences with censorship and you can read it on my website. Each of the other contributors also tells of his/her experiences with book banning. Author royalties from the sale of this book will be donated to the National Coalition Against Censorship. The best way to fight censorship is to take a stand, talk about it with students, teachers, friends and family. Awareness is the first step. Check out www.ncac.org for more info. Love, Judy

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