Q. What are the William Allen White Children's Book Awards?

Established in 1952 at Emporia State University by Ruth Garver Gagliardo, these awards are given to authors whose books receive the most votes from the children of Kansas in grades 3-5 & 6-8. It honors William Allen White, late editor and owner of the Emporia Gazette and one of Kansas' most distinguished and beloved citizens.

For more information about the book awards, check the WAW Children's Book Awards site at https://wawchildrensbookaward.com/