Youth Book Awards

There are countless children's and young adult book awards out there.  But when it comes to deciding which book awards are best, that part can be challenging.  When authors are looking to earn recognition for their books through book awards, it's important to make sure the programs are credible and well respected. While we do not endorse any of these, the following book awards are ones which may be more credible, established, and offer more bang for your entry buck.

Benjamin Franklin Award

Categories include children’s and adult literature
Prizes include Award Seals and Marketing Materials

Literary Classics Top Honors Awards
Categories include children’s and young adult literature
Prizes include Award Seals, Conference Scholarships
Exhibit Opportunities at Book Fairs and Trade Shows,
Marketing Materials and Author Spotlights

Mom's Choice Awards

Categories include children’s literature
Prizes include Award Seals, Award Certificate,
Dedicated Winner's Page with Links

Nautilus Book Award
Categories include children’s and young adult literature
Cash Prize and Award Seals
Exhibit Opportunities at Book Fairs and Trade Shows

Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators Spark Award
Categories include children’s and young adult literature
Prizes include Award Seals, Plaque and Marketing Materials​

Writer's Digest Self Published Book Awards
Categories include children’s and adult literature
Prizes include Cash Prizes, Award Seals and Marketing Materials