2018 Winners: Newbery, Caldecott, King, Printz & More

It was a big morning in literature for young people: The American Library Association announced the winners of their prestigious Youth Media Awards at the Midwinter meeting in Atlanta. Take a look at the full list on their website and check out the winners from the Library (many in print, ebook, or audio)!

John Newbery Medal for the most outstanding contribution to children’s literature:

Hello, Universe, written by Erin Entrada Kelly

Randolph Caldecott Medal for the most distinguished American picture book for children:

Wolf in the Snow, illustrated and written by Matthew Cordell

Coretta Scott King (Author) Book Award, recognizing African American authors and illustrators of outstanding books for children and young adults:

Piecing Me Together, written by Renée Watson

Coretta Scott King /John Steptoe New Talent Award to affirm new talent:

The Stars Beneath Our Feet, written by David Barclay Moore

Michael L. Printz Award for excellence in literature written for young adults:

We Are Okay, written by Nina LaCour

Schneider Family Book Award for books that embody an artistic expression of the disability experience:

Silent Days, Silent Dreams, written and illustrated by Allen Say 

Pura Belpré Awards honoring Latino writers and illustrators whose children’s books best portray, affirm and celebrate the Latino cultural experience:

La Princesa and the Pea, illustrated by Juana Martinez-Neal

See the complete list of winners and honor books on ALA's website!

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