They Tried to BAN Her, But She SOLD Out

Patricia McCormick, the groundbreaking author behind "Sold" and co-author of "I Am Malala," sits down for a conversation that goes deep into the fight against censorship. She reveals what it's like to be one of the most banned authors in America and the shocking moment she found a sliver of common ground with her challengers.Patricia McCormick is a two-time National Book Award finalist who gives a voice to the voiceless. She is the acclaimed author of "Sold," a groundbreaking novel about human trafficking that became a feature film, and "Never Fall Down," the true story of a boy who survived the Cambodian Killing Fields. She also collaborated with Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai as the co-author of the young readers edition of "I Am Malala." Her work, consistently featured on "Best Of" lists from the New York Times and NPR, masterfully bridges journalism and literature to reveal profound stories of survival and hope. Visit her website: https://www.patriciamccormick.com/ CALL TO ACTION: What's a book that changed your perspective on a difficult topic? Share your story in the comments below. We read every single one.