Literature Awards

"First presented in 1967, the Boston Globe–Horn Book Awards are among the most prestigious honors in the field of children’s and young adult literature...Winners are selected in three categories: Picture Book, Fiction and Poetry, and Nonfiction."

First awarded in 1938, "the Caldecott Medal was named in honor of nineteenth-century English illustrator Randolph Caldecott. It is awarded annually by the Association for Library Service to Children, a division of the American Library Association, to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children."

"The Coretta Scott King Book Awards are given annually to outstanding African American authors and illustrators of books for children and young adults that demonstrate an appreciation of African American culture and universal human values. The award commemorates the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and honors his wife, Mrs. Coretta Scott King, for her courage and determination to continue the work for peace and world brotherhood."

First awarded in 1922, "the Newbery Medal was named for eighteenth-century British bookseller John Newbery. It is awarded annually by the Association for Library Service to Children, a division of the American Library Association, to the author of the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children."

"The Young Reader’s Choice Award is sponsored by the Pacific Northwest Library Association and is also the only international award with young readers in both the United States and Canada..."

Named in honor of SFWA Grand Master Andre Norton, author of more than 100 novels, including the acclaimed Witch World series. It is annually to outstanding young adult and middle grade fiction that includes speculative content, such as science fiction and fantasy.

Each of these Children's books has received at least one award nomination. They are ranked by honors received.

Each of these Children's books has received at least one award nomination. They are ranked by honors received.

Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA), a division of the American Library Association, honors the best teen literature each year with its six literary awards.