These ALA Award Winners deserve a place in all libraries—in all formats! Check those holds and confidently recommend the audio editions of the best in children’s publishing including the 2026 Newbery Honor, Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe New Talent Award, the Odyssey Award and Honors, the Alex Awards, and many more! We also include the work of recognized authors receiving achievement awards. View all of the winners and categories on ALA's YMA website.
