At its heart, the CYBILS Awards is a group of readers passionate about seeking out and spotlighting books that (a) portray diversity, inclusion, and appropriate representation for children and teens; and (b) combine both the highest literary merit and popular appeal.
We’ve been doing this a long time. 2023 will be our 18th year. There is a lot to be excited about, but there is also a lot of work still to be done. Book bans and similar activities are harmful. And not just to our kids, but also to the many, many people who create for and also help them grow.
Our goal with the CYBILS substack is to keep growing.
Support those who are creating books where kids can see themselves in lived experiences, as well as learn from others’ experiences whether fictional or historical.
Offer reader-recommended titles to those helping connect readers to great books.
Ultimately, we hope to have several newsletters, but for now there will be two. One with CYBILS-related news; and another for our curated book lists. We are a 501c3, and there may come a time where we have a paid subscription. But for now, our posts will be free.
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