2012 Book and Author Awards for Youth Media

The American Library Association (ALA) recently announced the winners of a variety of book and author awards.

Newbery Medal for the most outstanding contribution to children’s literature: Dead End in Norvelt written by Jack Gantos

Caldecott Medal for the most distinguished American picture book for children: A Ball for Daisy illustrated and written by Chris Raschka

Michael L. Printz Award for excellence in literature written for young adults: Where Things Come Back written by John Corey Whaley

Coretta Scott King (Author) Book Award recognizing an African American author and illustrator of outstanding books for children and young adults: Kadir Nelson, author and illustrator of Heart and Soul: The Story of America and African Americans

Coretta Scott King – Virginia Hamilton Award for Lifetime Achievement: Ashley Bryan

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