JOURNAL ARTICLE

Bologna Children's Book Fair 2026: Michael Rosen and Cai Gao Win Hans Christian Andersen Awards.

  • Published In: Publishers Weekly (Online), 2026. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: O'Sullivan, Joanne 3 of 3

Abstract

The article reports on the 2026 winners of three major awards presented by the International Board on Books for Young People (IBBY) at the Bologna Children's Book Fair. The Hans Christian Andersen Award, recognizing lifelong contributions to children's literature, was awarded to British author Michael Rosen and Chinese illustrator Cai Gao. Additionally, the IBBY-Asahi Reading Promotion Award was given to LINKS Philippines, a nonprofit focused on literacy for disadvantaged children, while the IBBY-iRead Outstanding Reading Promoter Award honored German author Kirsten Boie and Indian disability inclusion advocate Namita Jacob for their efforts in promoting reading. These awards highlight significant global contributions to children's literature and literacy advocacy. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Publishers Weekly (Online). 2026/04, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:0000-0019
  • Accession Number:193088377
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