Books and Authors

Newbery Medal
Awarded annually "to the author of the most distinguished to American literature for children".

Caldecott Medal
Awarded annually "to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children".

Coretta Scott King Award
Awarded annually to "authors and illustrators of African descent whose distinguished books promote an understanding and appreciation of the 'American Dream' ".

Boston Globe-Horn Book Awards
Awards for excellence in children's literature in fiction and poetry, nonfiction, and picture books.

Mitten Award
An annual award given by the Michigan Library Association Children's Services Division for the children's book written "that has captured the attention of the children's librarians throughout the State of Michigan for its ability to communicate through literature to an intended audience."

ALSC Notable Books
The best children's books from the previous year.

100 Favorite Children's Books
Compiled by the New York Public Library and organized by subject.

Publishers Weekly Bestseller Lists
Includes the current bestseller lists for Children's Picture Books and Children's Fiction.

75 Authors/Illustrators Everyone Should Know
The list includes newer books in children's literature organized by reading level.

Alice

American Girl

Animorphs

Arthur

Harry Potter

Magic School Bus

Redwall

Series of Unfortunate Events

Seussville
Based on the popular characters by Dr. Seuss.

Juvenile Series and Sequels
A searchable database by author or series.

Learning About the Authors/Illustrators
One of the most comprehensive collections of links to information about authors and illustrators.

Michigan Authors and Illustrators Database
A searchable database of authors and illustrators who were born in Michigan, live or have lived in Michigan or have works about or set in Michigan.

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Last updated: 06/10/04