Announcing the Winner of the Georgia Peach Book Awards!

Submitted by Kayla Bolton

Ballots have been counted, and a winner has been chosen for the 2020-2021 Georgia Peach Book Award for Teen Readers! With the Fire on High by Elizabeth Acevedo received the most votes by teens across the state. After being notified of this accomplishment, Acevedo gave the following statement: “I am beyond delighted to know that the teen readers of the great state of Georgia have found such merit in With the Fire on High that they voted it winner of the Georgia Peach Book Award! I know so many wonderful books are published yearly, and to have this book stand out to young adult readers means the world. I cherish this award, distinctly because it is made possible due to the enthusiasm of the readers I most hope will enjoy my work: young people.”

Two honor books are also recognized every year, with this year’s picks being Skyward by Brandon Sanderson and Dry by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman. All winner and honor titles are available in the collection for checkout. They are definitely worth the read!