
Michael L. Printz Award for Teen Literature
The Michael L. Printz Award annually honors the best book written for teens, based entirely on its literary merit. YALSA may also name up to four honor books each year.
90 books
2024
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2023
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2022
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2021
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2019
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2018
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2017
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2016
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2015
4 books
2014
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2013
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2012
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2011
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2010
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2009
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2007
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