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Previous Winners - 2006
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Elisabeth Irene Baitie, Winner of the Junior
section of the Children’s Literature Award
Rabi's frank and entertaining schoolgirl diary records much more
than mere everyday events. The high and low points of friendships,
loyalties and betrayals plus Rabi's own growing awareness of herself and
her true values shine through, and she records everything with a humour
and honesty that can't fail to delight. |
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Glaydah Namukasa, Winner of the Senior section of the
Children’s Literature Award
Nanfuka is angry. She must take responsibility for her family devastated
by AIDS and threatened by the manipulative Aunt Naka, while her own life
seems to be on hold. At the same time she is grappling with her complex
feelings for Sendi...so how can she achieve her dream? |
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Ngozi Ifeyinwa Razak-Soyebi, Winner of the Special Award for the most
promising new children’s writer
There are many wild stories about Oga Landlord, and his tenants all fear
him. Only young Kojo believes he can make a difference. His determined
efforts to bridge the gap between his family and their landlord are
finally rewarded, and the quiet strength of this special boy truly
changes lives. |
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