Established
in 1993, the Ridgway Award is given each year to an
author or illustrator in recognition of an outstanding debut in the
world of children's picture books.
The award
is given in memory of Marion Vannett Ridgway, a beloved
artists’ representative who worked in the New York City publishing
community for more than forty years, and who extended generous
support and encouragement especially to artists just making their way
into children’s book publishing.
Winners
of the Ridgway Award are announced in April.
The First Prize is $700. The Honor Book Prize is $100. |