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The 2005 Pulitzer Prize Winners view detail comment email this

Collection of articles about the Pulitzer Prizes, along with interviews with some of the 2005 winners, a list of the 2005 winners, excerpts and samples of work from winners, and links to stories about Pulitzer Prizes going back to 2000. From National Public Radio (NPR).
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=4577478
Topics: Literature & Books, News, Writing

Last updated Apr 11, 2005


Américas Award for Children's and Young Adult Literature view detail comment email this

This award "is given in recognition of U.S. works of fiction, poetry, folklore, or selected non-fiction ... published in the previous year in English or Spanish that authentically and engagingly portray Latin America, the Caribbean, or Latinos in the United States." Selections are based on literary quality, cultural context, integration of text and illustrations, and classroom potential. Includes list of winners and related links. From the Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies.
http://www4.uwm.edu/clacs/aa/
Topics: Children's Literature, Librarianship, Literature & Books, Literature: Fiction, Poetry, Special Months

Last updated Sep 1, 2009


AwardWeb: Collections of Literary Award Information and Photos view detail comment email this

This site's focus is its collection of annotated links to lists of science fiction literary awards, including the Bram Stoker, Campbell, Hugo, Nebula, World Fantasy, Dick, Tiptree, and many others. Other book award links cover general U.S. literature, mysteries, and children's literature as well as the national prizes for Australia, Canada, Ireland, and the United Kingdom.
http://www.dpsinfo.com/awardweb/
Topics: Literature & Books, Literature: Fiction, Mysteries and More, Photograph Collections: Regional

Last updated Jun 23, 2003


The Blooker Prize view detail comment email this

"The Blooker Prize (formerly the Lulu Blooker Prize) is the world’s first literary prize for 'blooks' – or books based on blogs, websites or other online content." Awards are given in three categories: fiction, nonfiction, and comics. Includes submission information and the current short-list for each category. Judges for the award are well respected in the blogging, technology, and writing communities. Award-winners are announced in April. From a provider of print-on-demand books, including "blooks."
http://www.blookerprize.com/
Topics: Internet, Literature & Books

Last updated Apr 10, 2009


Book Awards view detail comment email this

Contains links to sites listing book award winners, including prizes for fiction, poetry, mysteries, and children's literature. From Bookwire.
http://www.bookwire.com/bookwire/otherbooks/Book-Awards.html
Topics: Literature & Books, Mysteries and More, Poetry

Last updated Sep 5, 2004


The Booklist Center view detail comment email this

Billing itself as "The Web's Largest Selection of Booklists," this site, by a retired librarian, provides hundreds of browsable booklists arranged in dozens of categories. In addition to the usual lists (science fiction, young adult, best sellers) there are links to such lists as "African Americans," "Environmental Issues," "Financial Investments," and "Islamic Religion and Culture."
http://home.comcast.net/~dwtaylor1/
Topics: Literature & Books

Last updated Jan 31, 2004


Coretta Scott King Book Awards view detail comment email this

An annual award given to black authors and illustrators "to commemorate the life and works of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and to honor Mrs. Coretta Scott King for her courage and determination to continue the work for peace and world brotherhood." The site includes a discussion guide, a list of winners since 1970, and submission guidelines. From the Coretta Scott King Task Force of the American Library Association's Social Responsibilities Round Table.
http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/rts/emiert/cskbookawards/
Topics: Authors by Region: United States, Black Resources, Children's Literature, Literature & Books

Last updated Mar 1, 2009


Database of Award-Winning Children's Literature view detail comment email this

Search this database to locate award-winning juvenile books that fit your criteria. Many features can be specified including age, genre, award, ethnicity of protagonist, gender of protagonist, historical period, and more. Produced by librarian Lisa R. Bartle.
http://www.dawcl.com/
Topics: Children's Literature, Literature & Books

Last updated Sep 11, 2007


Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgendered (GLBTRT) Round Table view detail comment email this

The website of this American Library Association organization contains events information, newsletters, bibliographies, and a list of Stonewall Award winning books since 1971, "honored for exceptional merit relating to the gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgendered experience."
http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/rts/glbtrt/index.cfm
Topics: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, & Transgendered People, Librarianship, Literature & Books

Last updated Dec 2, 2008


International IMPAC Dublin Literary Award view detail comment email this

Information about this annual fiction award, which "involves libraries from all corners of the globe," and books "written in, or translated into, English and published within a specified period of time." Features an archive of winners and all eligible titles going back to 1996 when the award was first given, as well as a FAQ and information for participating libraries. Searchable. From the Dublin City Public Libraries, Ireland.
http://www.impacdublinaward.ie/
Topics: Literature & Books

Last updated Jun 22, 2004


The Kiriyama Prize view detail comment email this

This prize "was established in 1996 to recognize outstanding books about the Pacific Rim and South Asia that encourage greater mutual understanding. ... The Prize consists of a cash award ... which is split equally between the fiction and nonfiction winners." The site features information about winners, notable books, rules, and a list of books submitted for the prize. From Pacific Rim Voices.
http://www.kiriyamaprize.org
Topics: Literature & Books

Last updated Apr 6, 2005


Lambda Literary Foundation view detail comment email this

Find lists of winners of these literary awards for books by gay and lesbian writers and with gay and lesbian themes. Some of the award categories include fiction, poetry, mysteries, science fiction, biographies, memoirs, humor, religion, transgender, and titles for children and young adults. Lists go back to 1988 and include finalists for the current year.
http://www.lambdaliterary.org/
Topics: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, & Transgendered People, Literature & Books

Last updated Mar 15, 2006


The Man Booker Prize view detail comment email this

This British literary award spotlights contemporary literature published in the English language "by a citizen of the Commonwealth or the Republic of Ireland." Includes prize background information, details about the current year's nominees and judges, prize-winning books that have been made into movies, and a list of previous winners back to 1969. From the Booker Prize Foundation.
http://www.themanbookerprize.com/
Topics: Authors by Region, Literature & Books

Last updated May 5, 2005


The National Book Foundation view detail comment email this

This organization's programs include National Book Month (held in October) and the National Book Awards (announced in mid-November). The site features lists of award winners from 1950 to present (some with links to essays and acceptance speeches), reading lists and trivia for National Book Month, special features, and information about the organization's other programs and publications.
http://www.nationalbook.org/
Topics: Literature & Books, Special Months

Last updated Sep 28, 2009


The Newbery Medal Home Page view detail comment email this

"The Newbery Medal is awarded annually by the American Library Association for the most distinguished American children's book published the previous year." The site contains a list of Newbery winners and honored books from 1922 to the present, a history of the award, terms and criteria for awarding the medal, and information on applying for consideration. From the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC), American Library Association (ALA).
http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/alsc/awardsgrants/bookmedia/newberymedal/newberymedal.cfm
Topics: Children's Literature, Literature & Books

Last updated Dec 2, 2008


The Nobel Prize Internet Archive view detail comment email this

Information on Nobel Prize winners (from 1901 to the present) and the achievements for which they won.
http://nobelprizes.com/
Topics: Literature & Books, Science, Science

Last updated Jul 31, 2005


Nobelprize.org view detail comment email this

This official site contains information on all Nobel Prize winners to date. "Get to know the Prize Winners through Nobel Lectures, interviews, speeches, articles, and much more." Features information on the history of the prize as well as games and simulations related to the various prizes. Searchable.
http://nobelprize.org/
Topics: Literature & Books, Science, Science

Last updated Sep 18, 2004


Orange Prize for Fiction view detail comment email this

Features details about this literary award program for full-length novels in English written by women and published in the United Kingdom. The site includes background information about the prize, and lists of winners and shortlisted and longlisted titles from 1996 to the present. Also provides information about the Orange Award for New Writers (started in 2005) and details about related projects.
http://www.orangeprize.co.uk
Topics: Literature & Books, Notable People: Women

Last updated Jun 9, 2008


PNBA Book Awards view detail comment email this

Describes an annual awards program to "recognize excellence in writing from the Pacific Northwest." To be eligible for recognition, a book must be published within the current calendar year and the author and/or illustrator must reside within Oregon, Alaska, Montana, Idaho, or Washington state. The site includes the nomination form and lists of award winners from 1984 to the present. From the Pacific Northwest Booksellers Association.
http://www.pnba.org/awards.htm
Topics: Literature & Books

Last updated May 2, 2005


The Publishing Triangle: The Association of Lesbians and Gay Men in Publishing view detail comment email this

This site features booklists and other resources from an organization whose mission is "to further the publication of books and other materials written by lesbian and gay authors or with lesbian and gay themes." Includes lists of the "100 best" lesbian and gay novels and nonfiction titles, and lists of award winners for fiction, nonfiction, and poetry by gay and lesbian writers and with gay and lesbian themes.
http://www.publishingtriangle.org/
Topics: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, & Transgendered People, Literature & Books, Printing, Publishing, and Book Arts

Last updated Mar 14, 2006


Pulitzer Prizes view detail comment email this

Annual awards announced each April. Find information about all winning works, including photos, editorial cartoons, music clips, and the full text of all winning articles from 1995 through 2004; a history of the Pulitzer; and an interactive timeline listing all winners since 1917.
http://www.pulitzer.org/
Topics: Literature & Books, News, Writing

Last updated Apr 11, 2005


The Pura Belpré Award view detail comment email this

This biennial award is "presented to a Latino/Latina writer and illustrator whose work best portrays, affirms, and celebrates the Latino cultural experience in an outstanding work of literature for children and youth." The award is named for Pura Belpré, the New York Public Library's first Latina librarian. Includes award winners, selection criteria, and application information.
http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/alsc/awardsgrants/bookmedia/belpremedal/index.cfm
Topics: Authors by Region: United States, Children's Literature, Literature & Books

Last updated Aug 31, 2009


Randolph Caldecott Medal view detail comment email this

Devoted to the Caldecott Medal, "awarded annually by the Association for Library Service to Children, a division of the American Library Association, to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children." The site includes a list of winning and honored books from 1938 to the present, a history of the award, terms and criteria for awarding the medal, and information on applying for consideration. From the American Library Association.
http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/alsc/awardsgrants/bookmedia/caldecottmedal/caldecottmedal.cfm
Topics: Children's Literature, Literature & Books

Last updated Dec 2, 2008


Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal view detail comment email this

"The Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Award, established by the Association for Library Service to Children in 2001, is awarded annually to the author of the most distinguished informational book published in English during the preceding year." The site contains a list of past winners, application information, and more. From the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC).
http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/alsc/awardsgrants/bookmedia/sibertmedal/sibertabout/index.cfm
Topics: Children's Literature, Literature & Books

Last updated Dec 2, 2008


Romance Writers of America (RWA) view detail comment email this

The site for this national organization has material about the romance genre especially for readers, members, booksellers, and librarians. There is also a list of all RITA Award winners for the best published romances, upcoming releases, current bestsellers, and the "top ten favorite books" as selected by the members. An excellent site for reader guidance in the romance genre.
http://www.rwanational.org/
Topics: Librarianship, Literature & Books, Literature: Fiction

Last updated Nov 18, 2003


Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America, Inc. (SFWA) view detail comment email this

The Web site for this organization of "over 1200 sf and fantasy writers, artists, editors, and allied professionals" includes links to member authors' Web sites, full-text online fiction, and calendars of public appearances. There is information about the organization's Nebula and other awards and articles about the craft of writing, electronic piracy, publishing and other scams aimed at writers, and ergonomic problems affecting writers.
http://www.sfwa.org/
Topics: Communications, English Language, Literature & Books, Literature: Fiction, Medical Treatments & Devices, Writing

Last updated Jun 23, 2003


Theodor Seuss Geisel Award view detail comment email this

Starting in 2006, this award recognizes "the author(s) and illustrator(s) of a beginning reader book who demonstrate great creativity and imagination in his/her/their literary and artistic achievements to engage children in reading." The site explains the criteria and application process and lists the people on the selection committee. From the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) of the American Library Association (ALA).
http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/alsc/awardsgrants/bookmedia/geiselaward/geiselabout/index.cfm
Topics: Children's Literature, Education, Librarianship, Literature & Books

Last updated Dec 2, 2008


Young Reader's Choice Award view detail comment email this

Sponsored by the Pacific Northwest Library Association, the Young Reader's Choice Award (YRCA) is given to books nominated by the children, teachers, parents, and librarians of the Pacific Northwest. This site lists current and previous winners, as well as nominees for the next year. Also describes the history of the award and the selection process.
http://www.pnla.org/yrca/
Topics: Children's Literature, Literature & Books

Last updated May 6, 2006





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