Norman A. Sugarman Award
The Norman A. Sugarman Children’s Biography Award was established in 1998 to honor excellence in the field of biography for children. Norman A. Sugarman Children’s Biography Ceremony The Cleveland Public Library will host a special reception on September 18 to celebrate the establishment of the Norman A. Sugarman Children’s Biography Award. The event will feature […]
The Norman A. Sugarman Children’s Biography Award was established in 1998 to honor excellence in the field of biography for children.
Norman A. Sugarman Children’s Biography Ceremony
The Cleveland Public Library will host a special reception on September 18 to celebrate the establishment of the Norman A. Sugarman Children’s Biography Award. The event will feature the 2024 winner, author Angela Joy, and illustrator Janelle Washington. Established in 1998, the award is presented biennially at the Library and is the only prize in the nation that honors biographies written for children.
2024 Winner and Honorees
Winner
Choosing Brave: How Mamie Till-Mobley and Emmett Till Sparked the Civil Rights Movement
by: Angela Joy, illustrated by Janelle Washington
This poignant biography sheds light on Mamie Till-Mobley’s courageous actions and the lasting impact of Emmett Till’s story in the Civil Rights Movement.
HONOREE
Going Places: Victor Hugo Green and His Glorious Book
by Tonya Bolden, illustrated by Eric Velasquez
This inspiring biography captures the life and achievements of Victor Hugo Green, whose work provided safe travel guides for African Americans during segregation.
HONOREE
How Do You Spell Unfair? MacNolia Cox and the National Spelling Bee
by Carole Boston Weatherford, illustrated by Frank Morrison
This engaging book tells the story of MacNolia Cox, the first African American finalist in the National Spelling Bee, highlighting her journey against the backdrop of racial segregation.
HONOREE
Little Rosetta And The Talking Guitar: The Musical Story of Sister Rosetta Tharpe, the Woman Who Invented Rock and Roll
by Charnelle Pinkey Barlow
This captivating biography introduces young readers to Sister Rosetta Tharpe, a groundbreaking musician and a pivotal figure in the origins of Rock and Roll.