Banned Books Week is almost over. But BBW isn't only about calling attention to banned or challenged books. The week-long event also works to promote intellectual freedom and to call attention to writers persecuted for their works.

In honor of the last few days of Banned Books Week, let some of your favorite (and often censored) writers tell you what they think about censorship. (Assembled with help of Buzzfeed.)

Andre P. Brink
Andre P. Brink, South African novelist, professor, and translator. Buzzfeed
Heinrich Heine
Heinrich Heine, one of great German poets of the 19th century. Buzzfeed
Mark Twain
In honor of Mark Twain's 176th birthday Wednesday, we bring you his top 15 most witty and timeless quotes. Buzzfeed
George Bernard Shaw
George Bernard Shaw, Irish playwright and critic. Buzzfeed
Evelyn Beatrice Hall
Evelyn Beatrice Hall, English writer and friend of Voltaire. Buzzfeed
Ray Bradbury
Ray Bradbury, sci fi author best known for "Fahrenheit 451." Buzzfeed
Ralph Waldo Emerson
American essayist, lecturer, and poet. Buzzfeed
Sir Kingsley Amis
English novelist, poet, critic, and teacher, best known for "Lucky Jim." Buzzfeed
Voltaire
French Enlightenment writer, historian and philosopher. Buzzfeed
Neil Gaiman
English horror and fantasy author. His notable works include the comic book series The Sandman and novels Stardust, American Gods, Coraline, and The Graveyard Book. Buzzfeed