The Storytellers Foundation presents
2026 Big Bang
Notable Book Awards
Submissions are closed.
Winners will be announced in November 2026.
Books that spark curiosity, invite imagination, and stay with young readers. Our annual Big Bang Notable Book Awards celebrate standout children’s and young adult books and the people who create them.
We look forward to sharing this year’s honorees with families, educators, librarians, booksellers, and fellow book lovers.
About the awards
We recognize young adult, middle grade, chapter, picture, board, and activity books. Our reviews consider craft, originality, themes, visual presentation, and the book’s impact on young readers.
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Official award seals
Information about purchasing 2026 award seals will be added here after the winners are announced in November. A seal purchase is optional and does not affect the award.