It is the hope of every literary character that their tale will inspire people for generations to come. But how can people be inspired by your story if it’s on the banned books list? Your story MUST be told, and it's time for you to take matters into your own hands!
Banned Books is a solo game featuring ousted literary characters fighting back against the Powers-That-Be to restore their books to the shelves. Each turn you will select actions that will progress your agenda track, hamper the agenda tracks of the Powers, utilize your characters unique abilities or manipulate your tableau. If you can advance your progress token quickly enough to convince 2 of the 3 Powers-That-Be to remove your book from the banned list, you win. But if the majority of the Powers advance their tokens and make up their minds first, or drain your characters stamina, you will be banished from shelves forever!
DETAILS
Players: 1
Ages: 14+
Length: 15-30 Minutes
Button Shy hand assembled games are labeled for ages 14+.
CREDITS
Publisher: Button Shy Games
Designer: Jason Tagmire
Art: Jonathan Fisher
Reviews (3)
Average:
Nov 2, 2026
I love collecting these games!
Mercedes Woloszyk
Oct 16, 2026
Button Shy wallet games are always fantastic.
Nathan Wurschmidt
Sep 18, 2026
Button Shy is easily one of my favorite game companies. Everything they make is excellent. This game was easy to learn, fun to play, and I loved seeing all the book references! The art is just fantastic. And the wallet? It is the best part. I can stick it in my purse or just about any pocket. (Maybe not women's pockets, but that's a rant for another day). Get this. You won't regret it!
Bethany Tackett