The second round of voting for the SCBWI Crystal Kite Award is open now through the end of the month, but don’t delay in casting your vote! Members can vote by signing in and clicking on “Crystal Kite” on the left sidebar.
The four finalists for the West region are…..*drumroll*……
Kate Berube of Portland, Oregon for HANNAH AND SUGAR!
Ben Clanton of Tacoma, Washington for NARWHAL, UNICORN OF THE SEA!
Janet Fox of Bozeman, Montana for THE CHARMED CHILDREN OF ROOKSKILL CASTLE!
And Jennifer Longo of Seattle, Washington for UP TO THIS POINTE!
A picture book, a graphic novel, a middle grade novel, and a YA novel! What a rounded group of wonderful books. Read all four! You can find more information and vote on the SCBWI website.
Congratulations, finalists!
Confetti, cupcakes, and cheers all around.