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Application Process for John Newbery Medal

To submit works for consideration for the Newbery Award:

  • Review the terms and criteria for the award. 
  • Send one copy of the work to the ALSC office (ATTN: Newbery Medal Submission, 50 East Huron, Chicago, IL 60611-2795). 
  • Submit one copy of the work to the award committee chair. Email alscawards (at) ala.org for address information.

Deadline for submitting works is December 31 of the publication year for all ALSC awards and children's notables.

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