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Kids' Books Triumph at British Book Awards!
12 May
Summary
- Two major awards were won by children's books.
- AF Steadman won Author of the Year for Skandar series.
- Dav Pilkey won Illustrator of the Year for his works.
Children's literature took center stage at the recent British Book Awards 2026, with notable victories in key categories. The event recognized the outstanding contributions to the literary world, particularly for younger audiences.
AF Steadman, celebrated for her imaginative Skandar series, was honored with the prestigious Author of the Year award. This accolade underscores the significant impact her storytelling has had on young readers.
Further highlighting the strength of children's books, Dav Pilkey, the creative mind behind the widely popular Dog Man and Captain Underpants franchises, was presented with the Illustrator of the Year award. His distinctive style and humor have captivated a generation.
Other celebrated authors included Michael Rosen, who received Children's Non-Fiction Illustrated Book of the Year for 'Oh Dear, Look What I Got!', illustrated by Helen Oxenbury. Jamie Smart's 'Bunny vs Monkey: Intergalactic Monkey Business!' earned him the Graphic Novel Book of the Year award.
