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Roald Dahl row: Why do we assume children can’t think for themselves? Let them read, ask questions

Children's authors Sowmya Rajendran and Menaka Raman reflect on censorship in children’s literature and recent moves to champion diversity in publishing.

Smitha Nair

Feb 25, 2023 · 05:30 pm

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