Book Awards

1. Newbery

1.1. 2013 Winner

1.1.1. "The One and Only Ivan" by Katherine Applegate

1.2. 2014 Winner

1.2.1. "Flora & Ulysses: The Illuminated Adventures" by Kate DiCamillo

1.3. 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. (ALA.org)

2. Printz Award

2.1. 2013 Winner

2.1.1. "In Darkness" by Nick Lake

2.2. 2014 Winner

2.2.1. "Midwinter Blood" by Marcus Sedgwick

2.3. An award for a book that exemplifies literary excellence in young adult literature. (ALA.org/YALSA)

3. Odyssey

3.1. 2013 Winner

3.1.1. "The Fault In Our Stars" by John Green

3.2. 2014 Winner

3.2.1. "Scowler" by Daniel Kraus

3.3. Given to the producer of the best audiobook produced for children and/or young adults. (ALA.org/YALSA)

4. Texas Bluebonnet

4.1. 2013 Winner

4.1.1. "Ten Rules You Absolutely Must Not Break if you Want to Survive the School Bus" by John Grandits

4.2. 2014 Winner

4.2.1. "Postcards from Camp" by Sims Taback

4.3. In selecting titles, the committee considers student interests, relevant content, reputable reviews, and literary quality. (TXLA.org)

5. Pura Belpre

5.1. 2013 WInner

5.1.1. "Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe" by Benjamin Alire Saenz

5.2. 2014 Winner

5.2.1. "Yaqui Delgado Wants to Kick Your ***" by Meg Medina

5.3. The award, first presented in 1996, is given to Hispanic authors and illustrators "whose work best portrays, affirms, and celebrates the Latino cultural experience". (BCLS.org)