YALSA Excellence in Nonfiction Award

To annually select the best non-fiction title published for young adults between November 1 of the preceding year and October 31 of the current year, available in English in the United States and, if desired, to also select honor titles. The short list of finalists will be announced during the first week of December, with the winning title announced at the following ALA Youth Media Awards. The winners and honor authors will be recognized at an ALA or YALSA Conference.