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.

2025 Author and Illustrator Award Winners

Twenty-Four Seconds From Now. . .

Written by Jason Reynolds

 

My Daddy is a Cowboy

Illustrated by C.G. Esperanza; Written by Stephanie Seales

Image of book cover My Daddy is a Cowboy

 

All Coretta Scott King Award Winners: