In your year of reading so far have you encountered a character who came to life on the page? Has an author transported you to a vivid locale? Is there a book with a plot that has lingered in your mind? Perhaps you’ve read a book presenting information or concepts in an engaging and informative way for a child audience. Maybe a book has done all of this and more. Did you know you can suggest that book to the 2016 Newbery Committee for consideration?
The 2016 Newbery Award Committee is asking the ALSC membership to submit titles for consideration. The Newbery Medal is presented annually to the author of the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children published during the preceding year. Honor books may be named (although on three occasions no honors were named *gasp*).
Distinguished is defined as:
- marked by eminence and distinction: noted for significant achievement
- marked by excellence in quality
- marked by conspicuous excellence or eminence
- individually distinct
Please remember only books by an American author from the 2015 publishing year are under consideration for the award. Also please note that publishers, authors, illustrators, or editors may not suggest their own titles.
Please send suggestions to Ernie Cox (Newbery Committee Chair) at ernest.cox@gmail.com
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Today’s guest blogger is Ernie Cox, 2016 Newbery Committee Chair.