Childrens Literature Awards And Winners

The purpose of this book is to provide a comprehensive reference source containing information on awards granted in English-speaking countries for excellence in children's literature. Several international awards are also included. Only those international awards that can be given to a book written in English are included. Both current and discontinued awards are listed, providing a total of 144 awards. The book consists of three parts. Part One, Directory of Awards, is arranged alphabetically by award. Each listing contains detailed information concerning the award's purpose and history, as well as the criteria and method of selection. Part Two, Award-Winning Authors and Illustrators, is arranged alphabetically by author and illustrator. All awards received by a single author or illustrator are arranged by the title of the winning book. Part Three, Selected Bibliography, lists books, book chapters, journal articles, dissertations, and reports on topics germane to children's book awards.