Printz 2002
The Michael L. Printz Award is given to a book that exemplifies literary excellence in young adult literature. It is named for a Topeka, Kansas school librarian who was a long-time active member of the Young Adult Library Services Association.
For more information visit the Michael L. Printz Award for Excellence in Young Adult Literature Web page.
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By An Na.
2002 Printz Winner
A young Korean girl and her family find it difficult to learn English and adjust to life in America.
By Peter Dickinson.
2002 Printz Honor
When the magic that protects their Valley starts to fail, Tilja and her companions journey into the evil Empire to find the ancient magician Faheel, who originally cast those spells.
By edited by Jan Greenberg.
2002 Printz Honor
A compilation of poems by Americans writing about American art in the twentieth century, including such writers as Nancy Willard, Jane Yolen, and X.J. Kennedy.
By Chris Lynch.
2002 Printz Honor
A teenager trying to recover from the tragic death of his father and stepmother believes himself to be responsible for the rash of teen suicides occurring in his town.
By Virginia Euwer Wolff.
2002 Printz Honor
Living in the inner city amidst guns and poverty, fifteen-year-old LaVaughn learns from old and new friends, and inspiring mentors, that life is what you make it--an occasion to rise to.
