Juvenile & Children's Literature

Presented by the American Indian Library Association; honors the very best writing and illustrations by and about American Indians.

Given in recognition of U.S. works of fiction, poetry, folklore, or selected non-fiction (from picture books to works for young adults) published in the previous year in English or Spanish that authentically and engagingly portray Latin America, the Caribbean, or Latinos in the United States.

Recognizes individual work about Asian/Pacific Americans and their heritage, based on literary and artistic merit. Includes awards for young adult and children's literature.

Given to the most outstanding children’s book originally published in a language other than English in a country other than the United States, and subsequently translated into English for publication in the United States.

Given annually to outstanding African American authors and illustrators of books for children and young adults that demonstrate an appreciation of African American culture and universal human values.

Recognizes authors, illustrators, and publishers of high quality fictional and biographical children, intermediate, and young adult books that appropriately portray individuals with developmental disabilities.

Presented annually 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.

Honors English-language titles with exceptional merit relating to the gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender experience.