Cybils Award · 2008

The 2008 Cybils Award

The Graveyard Book, I Love My New Toy!, How to Heal a Broken Wing, The Hunger Games and The London Eye Mystery won the 2008 Cybils Award.

2008 Cybils Award Winner · Middle Grade Fantasy & Science Fiction
The Graveyard Book
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2008

The Graveyard Book

By Neil Gaiman, Dave McKean (Illustrator)

A boy raised by ghosts must face dangers beyond the graveyard.

Newbery Medal (2009)Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor (2009)Carnegie Medal for Writing (2010)Cybils Award (2008)
354 pages· 67,418 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 570,252 ratings
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Summary: In a graveyard, Bod, a boy raised by ghosts, learns ancient secrets and ghostly skills. But beyond the cemetery's safety, the man Jack, who killed his family, awaits. Can Bod navigate the living and the dead's worlds, facing both wonders and perils? As he grows, Bod must confront his past and the threats that lurk outside his spectral home. Will he find his place among the living, or will the graveyard's mysteries consume him? Discover Bod's journey in a tale where the boundaries between life and death blur.
2008 Cybils Award Winner · Easy Readers
Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2008

I Love My New Toy!

A broken toy tests the strength of a friendship. Can it survive the mishap?

57 pages· 157 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 7,557 ratings
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Summary: Piggie is thrilled to show Gerald her new toy, but disaster strikes when it breaks. As Piggie's carefree nature clashes with Gerald's cautious demeanor, their friendship faces a true test. Can they navigate this unexpected challenge, or will the broken toy shatter more than just playtime? Discover the heartwarming journey of two best friends as they learn the true meaning of friendship and forgiveness.
2008 Cybils Award Winner · Fiction Picture Books
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2008

How to Heal a Broken Wing

A boy finds hope in healing an injured bird amidst a bustling city.

40 pages· 81 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,538 ratings
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Summary: In a bustling city where everyone rushes by, young Will is the only one to notice a wounded bird. With his mother's help, he takes the fragile creature home, embarking on a journey of hope and healing. As they nurture the bird, Will discovers the power of compassion and the possibility of miracles. Can one small act of kindness change the world around them? This touching tale invites readers to see the beauty in small gestures and the potential for transformation in everyday life.
2008 Cybils Award Winner · Young Adult Fantasy & Science Fiction
Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2008

The Hunger Games

Survive a deadly game or face certain death in a dystopian world.

374 pages· 99,856 words· Est. 9.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 10,187,662 ratings
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Summary: In a dystopian future, sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen volunteers for the brutal Hunger Games to save her sister. Thrust into a televised fight to the death, she must navigate deadly challenges and moral dilemmas. As she becomes an unexpected contender, Katniss faces choices that pit survival against humanity and life against love. Can she outwit the Capitol's cruel spectacle and emerge victorious, or will the Games claim her life? The stakes are high, and the world is watching.
2008 Cybils Award Winner · Middle Grade Fiction
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2007

The London Eye Mystery

A boy vanishes from the London Eye. Can two siblings solve the mystery before time runs out?

323 pages· 52,263 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
3.8/5 Goodreads · 16,950 ratings
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Summary: When Salim disappears from the London Eye, Ted and Kat must set aside their differences to unravel the mystery. As they chase clues across the city, Ted's unique mind becomes their greatest asset. Can they find Salim before it's too late, or will he remain lost forever? This thrilling race against time tests family bonds and challenges perceptions, leaving readers on the edge of their seats.
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