Founded in 1969, the Coretta Scott King Book Awards recognize outstanding Black authors and illustrators of books for children and young adults that portray an aspect of the Black experience. The awards include several categories and are given annually at the American Library Association conference.
Check out the 2022 winner and finalists here.
Kadir Nelson and Kwame Alexander
A powerful ode to the resilience and strength of Black lives in America. The poem and pictures depict heroes in the fields of sport, the arts and political activism, as well as everyday champions.
Founded in 1969, the Coretta Scott King Book Awards recognize outstanding Black authors and illustrators of books for children and young adults that portray an aspect of the Black experience. The awards include several categories and are given annually at the American Library Association conference.
Check out the 2022 winner and finalists here.
