The 2008 Caldecott Medal, awarded to the illustrator of the most distinguished picture book for children was given to Brian Selznick author of The Invention of Hugo Cabret
The 2008 Newberry Medal, awarded for the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children was given to Laura Amy Schlitz the author of Good Masters! Sweet Ladies! Voices From a Medieval Village.
To read the interview with the two award winners click here: PW interview with Brian Selznick and Laura Amy Schlitz
For a list of additional book and illustration awards for children, check out the 2008 ALSC Literary Award Winners
