[readers-advisory] SF Award

[Alan Nichter]

The Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America (SFWA) has 
created a new literary award to recognize outstanding science 
fiction and fantasy novels that are written for the young adult 
market. The award has been named in honor of Andre Norton, a SFWA 
Grand Master and author of more than 100 novels, including the 
acclaimed Witch World series, many of them for young adult readers. 
Ms. Norton's work has influenced generations of young people, 
creating new fans of the fantasy and science fiction genres and 
setting the standard for excellence in fantasy writing. 
 
The Andre Norton Award for an outstanding young adult science 
fiction or fantasy book is an annual honor that will first be given 
in 2006. Nominations will be based on the same process as the SFWA 
Nebula* Awards. Any book published as a young adult science 
fiction/fantasy novel will be eligible, including graphic novels 
with no limit on word length. 
 
"We are thrilled to honor Ms. Norton with this new award," said 
Catherine Asaro, President of SFWA. "Many adults today, myself 
included, were first introduced to science fiction and fantasy 
through her books and have gone on to become readers, fans, and 
authors themselves. Andre Norton has done more to promote reading 
among young adults than anyone can measure." 
 
Publishers may send books to this year's Norton Award jurors for 
consideration: 
 
Sherwood Smith, Chair 
Janni Lee Simner 
Jean Rabe 
Victoria McManus 
Greg van Eekhout 
Martha Bartter 
Catherine Asaro