Award: The Leo Award Of Excellence. Category: Stand Out Project, April, 2025

Wonder Bound: The Banned Book Festival is a community celebration of the stories some would rather silence. Born from a powerful piece called Wrong Changes—which questioned why books are being banned in schools while gun violence continues to threaten children—this festival flips that concern into action. Instead of censorship, Wonder Bound encourages open conversations between children and parents about the complex, challenging, and often beautiful truths found in books.

Through readings, workshops, art, and dialogue, the festival offers a space where families can come together to explore banned books, ask questions, and deepen understanding. In a time when information is being taken away, Wonder Bound champions the idea that knowledge shared—especially between generations—is what keeps us growing, learning, and safe.