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Prizes
 Websites presented in alphabetical order The 2005 Pulitzer Prize Winners 
 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
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 Consortium of Latin American Studies Programs (CLASP). http://www4.uwm.edu/clacs/aa/ Topics: Children's Literature, Librarianship, Literature & Books, Literature: Fiction, Poetry, Special Months Last updated Sep 27, 2008 Association of Jewish Libraries: The New Jewish Values Finder: A Guide to Values in Children's Books
This project's purpose "is to identify the Jewish values found in Jewish children's books published since 1995." A searchable database of books for children (preschool through high school) includes complete citations, with an option to search for award winning titles. Also includes announcements of children's book awards and lists of notable books for younger and older readers. http://www.ajljewishvalues.org/ Topics: Children's Literature, Judaism, Literature & Books Last updated Mar 6, 2004 AwardWeb: Collections of Literary Award Information and Photos
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 Book Awards
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
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 The California Book Awards
Since 1931, these awards "have honored the exceptional literary merit of California writers and publishers. ... Eligible books must be written while the author was resident in California. ... Awards are presented to books in the categories of Fiction, Nonfiction, First Work of Fiction, Poetry, Californiana, Notable Contribution to Publishing, and Young Adult." Includes information about recent winners, but does not include lists of past winners. From the Commonwealth Club of California. http://www.commonwealthclub.org/features/caBookAwards/ Topics: California: Arts and Humanities, California: Literature & Books, Literature & Books, Poetry Last updated Oct 14, 2005 California Young Reader Medal
A history of the California Young Reader Medal, an award given to literature for young people voted on by the young readers of California schools. Includes lists of the winners in the four categories, a history of the award, and the current nominees. http://www.californiayoungreadermedal.org/ Topics: California: Education, California: Literature & Books, Children's Literature, Librarianship, Literature & Books, Literature: Fiction Last updated May 23, 2005 Children's Book Council of Australia
Aimed at bolstering children's enjoyment of reading, the Children's Book Council of Australia here provides information about annual Australian awards for children's books, author and illustrator links, and literacy information. There is also a link to The Lu Rees Archives (a University of Canberra collection of resources on Australian children's literature) and a link to a discussion forum on children's literature. http://www.cbc.org.au/ Topics: Children's Literature, Discover New Trails at LII, Literature & Books, Regions of the World Last updated Nov 10, 2003 Coretta Scott King Book Awards
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/emiert/corettascottkingbookaward/corettascott.cfm Topics: Authors by Region: United States, Black Resources, Children's Literature, Literature & Books Last updated Jul 30, 2008 Database of Award-Winning Children's Literature
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
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/glbtrt/welcomeglbtround.cfm Topics: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, & Transgendered People, Librarianship, Literature & Books Last updated Aug 13, 2008 The Green Prize for Sustainable Literature
"The Green Prize for Sustainable Literature has been established by the Santa Monica Public Library to complement the strong commitment to sustainability established by the City of Santa Monica," California. Provides the awards criteria and winners of the annual award, which started in 2007. From Santa Monica Public Library. http://www.smpl.org/greenprize.htm Topics: Literature & Books Last updated Nov 17, 2008 Infoplease.com: National Poetry Month
Celebrates National Poetry Month (April) by featuring recommended poetry sites, notable poets, poetry books for children, poetry award winners and poets laureate, and a selection of seasonal and topical poetry. Includes crossword puzzles and quizzes, as well as a glossary of poetry terms. http://www.infoplease.com/spot/pmonth1.html Topics: Holidays & Observances, Literature & Books, Mysteries and More, Poetry, Special Months Last updated Apr 7, 2005 International IMPAC Dublin Literary Award
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 Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for American Humor
Biographical material about prizewinners of this annual award for "comedians and writers of piercing wit who have left their mark on our ideas, attitudes, and language." Winners include Richard Pryor, Carl Reiner, Jonathan Winters, Whoopi Goldberg, Bob Newhart, Lily Tomlin, Lorne Michaels, and Steve Martin. From the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. http://www.kennedy-center.org/programs/specialevents/marktwain/ Topics: Humor, Literature & Books Last updated Mar 6, 2006 The Kiriyama Prize
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
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 Locus Online
"News, Reviews, Resources, and Perspectives of Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Horror." In addition, the site has an extensive directory of links to science fiction and fantasy resources, including authors, other bibliographies, conventions, magazines, publishers, bookstores, organizations, and awards. There is also an index of the print version's Book Received columns from 1984 to date and the contents of anthologies, single-author collections, and other SF magazines. http://www.locusmag.com/ Topics: Dragons, Dreams, & Daring Deeds, Literature & Books, Literature: Fiction Last updated Sep 19, 2003 The Man Booker Prize
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 Mystery Ink
This "booklover's guide to mysteries and thrillers" features book reviews, author interviews, and related reference materials. Searchable, or browse by genre (mystery, suspense and thrillers, and crime and noir). Also includes award and top-10 lists, a "books into movies" section, and links to author Web sites. http://www.mysteryinkonline.com/ Topics: Crime, Literature & Books, Literature: Fiction, Mysteries and More, Nonfiction by Genre Last updated Nov 2, 2004 The National Book Foundation
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, features such as "100 Life-Changing Books" and "The Book That Changed My Life," and information about the organization's other programs and publications. http://www.nationalbook.org/ Topics: Literature & Books, Special Months Last updated Nov 18, 2004 The Newbery Medal Home Page
"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/alsc/awardsscholarships/literaryawds/newberymedal/newberymedal.cfm Topics: Children's Literature, Literature & Books Last updated Aug 28, 2008 The Nobel Prize Internet Archive
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
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
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
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, Washington State: Literature & Books Last updated May 2, 2005 Poets & Writers Online
This online presence for "Poets and Writers" features some full-text articles from the magazine and a searchable version of the Directory of American Poets and Fiction Writers, with thousands of names and addresses of writers (including e-mail, if available). There are also a few tips for writers and links to conferences, grant opportunities, organizations, presses, writing programs, and programs for youth. http://www.pw.org/ Topics: Literature & Books, Poetry, Writing Last updated Oct 14, 2005 The Publishing Triangle: The Association of Lesbians and Gay Men in Publishing
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
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
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/alsc/awardsscholarships/literaryawds/belpremedal/belprmedal.htm Topics: Authors by Region: United States, Children's Literature, Literature & Books Last updated Aug 2, 2006 Randolph Caldecott Medal
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/alsc/caldecott.html Topics: Children's Literature, Literature & Books Last updated Jun 23, 2004 Recommended Literature (K-12)
This collection of literature for children and adolescents includes classics as well as recently published books. Search the annotated list by author, title, keyword(s), grade level, language, culture, genre, type of book (classic, picture book, counting book, etc.), curriculum connections, and literary awards. A great resource for teachers, librarians, students, and parents wanting to compile recommended reading lists. From the California Department of Education. http://www.cde.ca.gov/ci/rl/ll/ Topics: California: Education, California: Libraries, California: Literature & Books, Children's Literature, Dragons, Dreams, & Daring Deeds, K-12 Education, Literature & Books, Literature: Fiction, Mysteries and More, Nonfiction by Genre, Poetry Last updated May 7, 2004 Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal
"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/alsc/awardsscholarships/literaryawds/sibertmedal/ Topics: Children's Literature, Literature & Books Last updated Oct 15, 2005 Romance Writers of America (RWA)
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)
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, Dragons, Dreams, & Daring Deeds, English Language, Literature & Books, Literature: Fiction, Medical Treatments & Devices, Writing Last updated Jun 23, 2003 Theodor Seuss Geisel Award
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/alsc/awardsscholarships/literaryawds/geiselaward/GeiselAward.htm Topics: Children's Literature, Education, Librarianship, Literature & Books Last updated Jun 19, 2006 Web Sites for Book Lovers
An annotated directory of online bestseller lists, booklists, book awards sites, book discussion resources, genre fiction sites, online literary magazines, and more. Includes links to other libraries' reader's advisory pages. From the Morton Grove (Illinois) Public Library's Webrary. http://www.webrary.org/rs/rslinks.html Topics: Hobbies, Librarianship, Literature & Books, The Grapes of Web Last updated Feb 9, 2005 Young Reader's Choice Award
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, Washington State: Families Last updated May 6, 2006 |
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