The Coretta Scott King Book Awards are given annually to outstanding African American authors and illustrators of books for children and young adults that demonstrate an appreciation of African American culture and universal human values.  The award commemorates the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and honors his wife, Mrs. Coretta Scott King, for her courage and determination to continue the work for peace and world brotherhood.

2026 Author and Illustrator Award Winners

Will’s Race for Home

Written by Jewell Parker Rhodes

 

The Library in the Woods

Illustrated by R. Gregory Christie; Written by Calvin Alexander Ramsey

 

All Coretta Scott King Award Winners: