Michael L. Printz Award Announced!

While many were watching the Grammy’s last night, librarians and avid readers across the United States were waiting to hear the winners of the Youth Media Awards announced this morning.  The Michael L. Printz Award recognizes excellence in literature for young adults.  This year’s winner is Midwinterblood by Marcus Sedgwick!  The four honor titles are listed below.  Are you surprised by the winner and honor books?  What did you think was the best book of the past year?

Winner

Midwinterblood by Marcus Sedgwick

Honor Books

• Eleanor & Park by Rainbow Rowell
• The Kingdom of Little Wounds by Susann Cokal
• Maggot Moon by Sally Gardner
• Navigating Early by Clare Vanderpool