Narrative Art Award supports illustrators through recognition and a conference opportunity for sequential, wordless artwork that tells a clear, nuanced story with a progression of mood and emotion.
The Spark Award honors outstanding independently published children's books, celebrating excellence in writing, illustration, and design within self- and indie-publishing.
Work-in-Progress Awards support children’s book writers and illustrators through manuscript recognition and exposure to acquiring editors, helping them move projects toward completion and publication.
Ezra Jack Keats Showcase Prize supports a promising BIPOC children’s book illustrator, funding artistic needs and practical expenses to help them develop their art and grow professionally.
Promising Young Writers supports eighth-grade writers through recognition of work responding to an annual theme, encouraging authentic voice, creativity, and an appreciation of writing skills.
Emerging Voices Award supports marginalized writers and writer-illustrators through conference participation, publicity, and career guidance to foster diverse voices in American children’s books.