The Fairhope Library Board will consider next month whether to move 35 book titles that are believed to be inappropriately shelved according to last year’s administrative code instituted by the Alabama Public Library Services board of directors.

The library could lose state funding if these books aren’t moved to an adult section over concerns that they contain “sexually explicit” content.

The APLS decided last week to cut the Fairhope Library Board’s funding in a move that has been described as a “temporary pause.” The Fairhope Library Board, which runs on a budget of more than $1 million annually, receives approximately $43,000 from the state.

Library supporters fought back and have quickly raised over $45,000 online to supplant the state funding cut.

The Library Board will consider whether to review the books during its April 21 meeting.

The following is the list of books that have been challenged and are at issue in Fairhope.

Five of them have since been moved to the Adult Fiction or Nonfiction sections at the direction of the library director. They include:

Empire of Storms, a 2016 book by Sarah Maas, is the fifth installment of the New York Times bestselling Throne of Glass series.

Kingdom of Ash, a 2018 book by Sarah Maas, is the final installment of the Throne of Glass series.

Last Night at the Telegraph Club, a 2021 novel by Malinda Lo that is set in 1950s San Francisco and tells the story of a teenage daughter of Chinese immigrants who begins exploring her sexuality. It was banned at a large school system in Texas last year on the basis that it adopts, promotes, and supports gender fluidity.

Let’s Talk About It, a 2021 non-fiction graphic novel by Erika Moen and Matthew Nolan that serves as an illustrated guide to sex education and is geared toward teenagers. It was included in the American Library Association‘s Top 10 most challenged books of 2023. It has been challenged on the basis of its LGBTQ content. Moms for Liberty pushed to have the book removed from public school libraries in Broward County, Fla., in 2023.

Perfect, a 2011 young adult novel by Ellen Hopkins that serves as the sequel to the book, Impulse. The book was banned in Texas by the Katy Independent School District on the basis that adopts, promotes, and supports gender fluidity.

The following books have not been moved and await either an appeal to the board or a decision by the library director.

Beyond Magenta, a 2014 book written by Susan Kuklin who interviewed six transgender or gender-neutral young adults and described their sense of identity before, during and after transitioning. The book had been among the most challenged books in 2015 and 2019, with challengers often deeming it anti-family and inappropriate for the age group.

Boy Toy, a 2007 novel written by Barry Lyga is for a young adult readership that follows the healing process of a teenager whose teacher manipulated him into a sexual relationship in junior high.

Crank, a 2004 book by Ellen Hopkins deals with the issues of crystal meth addiction. It is considered required reading at many high schools and drug court programs. However, it is also banned in many locations due to complaints about drug use, adult language, and sexual themes.

Damsel, a 2018 book by Elana K. Arnold centers around a young girl who discovers what it means to be a damsel in distress when she’s forced to marry a mysterious, dangerous prince. It was among the books challenged in 2022 in Florida by Moms for Liberty.

Doing It, a 2003 book by Melvin Burgess that tells the story of a group of English teenagers and their discovery of sex.

Identical, a 2008 book by Ellen Hopkins about identical twins with dark secrets.

Lighter than My Shadow, a 2013 graphic memoir by Katie Green that is about eating disorders, abuse and recovery.

Shine, a 2020 young-adult romance novel by Korean-American singer Jessica Jung.

Sold, a 2006 novel by Patricia McCormick, tells the story of a girl who is sold into sexual slavery.

The Handmaids Tale, a 1985 novel by Margaret Atwood is a futuristic dystopian tale about women who are forced to produce children for their “commanders.”

The Hate U Give, a 2017 novel by Angie Thomas is set in the backdrop of the Black Lives Matter movement is a story about police brutality and systemic racism.

The Haters, a 2016 novel by Jesse Andrews is about a wild rock-n-roll road trip.

The Perks of Being a Wallflower, a 1999 novel by Stephen Chbosky is a coming-of-age tale about adolescence dealing with sexuality, drugs, rape, and mental health. The book has frequently been banned and challenged in the United States according to the American Library Association’s Office for Intellectual Freedom.

Tricks, a 2009 book by Ellen Hopkins tells the story of five troubled teenagers. It deals with issues of sexual activity and drug use and has been banned in some places.

Blue Is the Warmest Color, a 2013 graphic novel by Julie Maroh that tells the love story of two young women in France during the 1990s.

It Feels Good to be Yourself, a 2019 picture book by Theresa Thorn and Noah Grigni that introduces the concept of gender identity.

Like a Love Story, a 2019 historical, young adult novel by Abdi Nazemian follows an Iranian boy dealing with homosexuality amid the AIDS crisis in New York City.

Loveless, a 2020 novel by Alice Oseman about an 18-year-old girl’s self-journey as an asexual and aromantic person.

Me, Earl, and the Dying Girl, a 2013 book by Jesse Andrews about two high school friends amid life’s difficulties. The book was the seventh-most banned and challenged book in the U.S. in 2021, according to the American Library Association. It was tied for the 10th most banned and challenged book a year later.

Monday’s Not Coming, a 2018 book by Tiffany Jackson is considered a harrowing journey about mystery, friendship and resilience.

Parts & Hearts, a 2016 book by Jenson Hillenbrand, is a kids and grown-ups guide to transgender transition.

Ready Player One, a 2011 science fiction novel by Ernest Cline set in dystopia 2045 has been banned in school libraries parts of the U.S. due to concerns over profane language.

Sex is a Funny Word, a 2015 comic book for children by Cory Silverberg and Fiona Smyth is a resource about bodies, genders and sexuality for children ages 8 to 10 as well as for caregivers and families. It has appeared among the American Library Association’s 10 most challenged books.

Speak, a 1999 young adult novel by Laurie Halse Anderson is about a high school student who stops speaking after a sexual assault. It is among the most banned and challenged books in the United States.

The Black Flamingo, a 2019 book by Dean Atta is a coming-of-age story about a mixed-race gay teenager finding his voice and identity through the art of drag.

The Kite Runner, a 2003 novel by Khaled Hosseini is set in Afghanistan during the Soviet military invasion and depicts the friendship of two young boys. The book has been banned and challenged for several reasons including offensive language and sexually explicit material.

Wait What? A Comic Book Guide to Relationships, Bodies and Growing Up, a 2019 graphic novel by Heather Corinna and Isabella Rotman covers topics for preteens and young teens about their changing bodies and feelings.

Yes! No! A First Conversation About Consent, a 2022 child’s board book by Megan Madison, Jessica Ralli, and Isabel Roxas centers on respect for bodily autonomy, and reviews the many ways that one can say or indicate “No.”

The following book was weeded from the collection due to its physical condition:

Water for Elephants, a 2006 historical novel by Sara Gruen is about a young man who joins a circus and falls in love with a married performer. It has been banned before based on sexual content, violence and foul language.

The following book is currently facing an appeal:

Grown, a 2020 novel by Tiffany Jackson is a story about sexual exploitation.