Printz Award Winners
This annual award is granted to a "book that exemplifies literary excellence in young adult literature." Often exploring tough subjects, these moving, sometimes funny, and often startling titles will show your teen the power of a good book.
2007 — American Born Chinese by Gene Luen Yang
The first graphic novel to garner this award makes a splash by tackling cultural identity in three twisting, interconnected tales.
2006 — Looking for Alaska by John Green
In an exhilarating novel full of twists and turns, Miles goes to boarding school and befriends a prank-loving group that includes a unique young woman named Alaska.
2005 — How I Live Now by Meg Rosoff
Meet an unforgettable teen in this riveting novel told from the perspective of a girl whose life is threatened by a terrifying terrorist occupation.
2004 — The First Part Last by Angela Johnson
Experience the struggle — and joy — as a teen comes to grips with his new role as a parent. Learn more.
2003 — Postcards From No Man's Land by Aidan Chambers
Weaving two connected stories, this book explores a 17 year old's eye-opening trip to modern-day Amsterdam and his grandmother's experiences there during the Nazi occupation.
2002 — A Step From Heaven by An Na
When her family emigrates to America, a young Korean girl and her family chase the American dream.
2001 — Kit's Wilderness by David Almond
When a 13 year old goes to live with his grandfather in an English coal-mining town, he discovers a place haunted by ghosts of the past.
2000 — Monster by Walter Dean Myers
Written as a screenplay, this thought-provoking book reveals what happens when a teen finds himself on trial for murder. Learn more.
