January 6, 2010

Scott O'Dell Award for Historical Fiction

This year's Scott O'Dell Award for Historical Fiction winner is Matt Phelan for his book The Storm in the Barn.

"Scott O'Dell established this award to encourage other writers-particularly new authors--to focus on historical fiction. He hoped in this way to increase the interest of young readers in the historical background that has helped to shape their country and their world." - Scott O'Dell Award.

Interested in learning more about this title? Reviews are available in the library catalog! Follow the book title link to the library catalog, The Storm in the Barn by Matt Phelan, and click on the book jacket to view:
Professional reviews are available from among others, Booklist, Horn Book, Kirkus Reviews, Publishers Weekly, and School Library Journal. Choose individual reviews or the option to View all Reviews.