Children’s Book Award

About the award

Part of the Queensland Literary Awards, the Children's Book Award is for an outstanding work by an Australian writer suitable for for children up to 12 years of age.  

Eligibility 

• Work is suitable for children up to 12 years of age.
• Must be first published between 1 May 2023 and 30 April 2024 by an Australian citizen or resident who is living at the time of nomination.
• To confirm you're eligible to enter this category, download the full 2024 terms and conditions of entry document.

Prize 

$15,000

Key dates

• 1 March: entries open
• 12 April: entries close
• 1 March–18 March: early bird entry period
• 19 March–12 April: standard entry period
• 26 April: due date for books to arrive at State Library
• 1 August: shortlist announced
• 5 September: awards ceremony at State Library of Queensland 

How to enter

• Download and read the full 2024 terms and conditions of entry document.
• Read the nomination FAQs.
• Complete an online nomination form by 12 April.
• Pay the nomination fee (early bird $40 including GST or standard $50 including GST).
• Send 5 copies of the book to State Library:  

Attn: Queensland Literary Awards 
c/- State Library of Queensland  
PO Box 3488   
SOUTH BRISBANE  QLD  4101 

Find other delivery options in the terms and conditions of entry.

You will receive confirmation of your accepted nomination via email.