2012 Cybils Award Winners & Honor Books

2012 Cybils Award Winner · Middle Grade Fiction

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$1697

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2012

Wonder

By R. J. Palacio, R. J. Palacio · Book #1 in the Wonder series

A boy with a unique face faces school for the first time, seeking acceptance.

The E.B. White Read Aloud Award (2013)Cybils Award (2012)

316 pages· 73,102 words· Est. 10 hour read

6.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,218,556 ratings

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Summary: Auggie Pullman, born with a facial difference, starts fifth grade at Beecher Prep. As he navigates the challenges of being new and different, he yearns for acceptance. Will his classmates see beyond his extraordinary face? Through shifting perspectives, this story explores empathy, compassion, and the courage to stand out. Can kindness bridge the gap between appearances and true friendship?

2012 Cybils Award Winner · Easy Readers

A Trip to the Bottom of the World with Mouse

Graphic Nov.

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$1248

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2012

A Trip to the Bottom of the World with Mouse

By Frank Viva

A boy and a mouse embark on a magical Antarctic adventure full of surprises.

Cybils Award (2012)

32 pages

3.7/5 Goodreads · 573 ratings

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Summary: Join a boy and his mouse companion on a thrilling sea voyage to Antarctica. As they navigate icy waters, they encounter breathtaking landscapes and make unexpected friends. What wonders await at the bottom of the world? Discover the magic and mystery of this enchanting journey.

2012 Cybils Award Winner · Elementary/Middle Grade Fantasy & Science Fiction

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$1899

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2012

The False Prince

By Jennifer A. Nielsen · Book #1 in the The Ascendance series

A boy must impersonate a prince or face death in a kingdom on the brink of war.

The E.B. White Read Aloud Honor (2013)Cybils Award (2012)

342 pages· 76,992 words· Est. 10.5 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 113,133 ratings

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Summary: In a kingdom teetering on the edge of civil war, Sage, a defiant orphan, is thrust into a deadly game. Chosen by the cunning nobleman Conner, he must compete against three others to impersonate the king's lost son. Failure means certain death, but success could be even more perilous. As Sage navigates a world of deceit and treachery, he uncovers a truth that could shatter everything. Will he survive the dangerous web of lies, or will the truth prove his undoing? Dive into a thrilling adventure where every choice could be his last.

2012 Cybils Award Winner · Elementary/Middle Grade Graphic Novels

Graphic Nov.

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$1597

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2012

Giants Beware!

By Jorge Aguirre, Rafael Rosado (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Chronicles of Claudette series

A daring quest to find a giant before parents catch on.

Cybils Award (2012)

208 pages· 7,632 words· Est. 1.5 hour read

4.0/5 Goodreads · 9,073 ratings

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Summary: Claudette dreams of slaying giants, but her peaceful village offers no such adventure. With her best friend Marie and brother Gaston, she sets off on a secret quest to find a giant. Can they succeed before their parents discover their plan and bring them home? Join this whimsical journey filled with laughter and unexpected challenges.

2012 Cybils Award Winner · Fiction Picture Books

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$1797

Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2012

A Home for Bird

By Philip C. Stead · Vernon series

A toad helps a silent bird find its home.

Cybils Award (2012)

32 pages· 383 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud

4.1/5 Goodreads · 2,169 ratings

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Summary: Vernon the toad discovers a silent blue bird and wonders if it misses its home. Determined to help, Vernon embarks on a heartfelt journey with Bird, exploring rivers and forests, meeting friends, and seeking a place where Bird belongs. Will they find Bird's true home, or is there more to Bird's silence than meets the eye? Join Vernon and Bird on this tender adventure of friendship and discovery.

2012 Cybils Award Winner · Young Adult Fiction

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$1697

Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2012

Me and Earl and the Dying Girl

By Jesse Andrews

A high school filmmaker's life changes when he's forced to befriend a girl with cancer.

Cybils Award (2012)

295 pages· 55,561 words· Est. 5 hour read

3.5/5 Goodreads · 149,807 ratings

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Summary: Greg Gaines has mastered the art of high school invisibility, making films with his only friend, Earl. But when his mom insists he reconnect with Rachel, a girl battling leukemia, Greg's carefully crafted anonymity crumbles. As Rachel stops her treatment, Greg and Earl decide to make a film for her, leading to unexpected consequences. Will Greg step out of the shadows and face the realities of friendship and loss? This hilarious and poignant journey explores the awkwardness of adolescence and the impact of genuine connections.

2012 Cybils Award Winner · Young Adult Fantasy & Science Fiction

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$1348

Chapter Book · Ages 12–17 · 2012

Seraphina

By Rachel Hartman · Book #1 in the Seraphina series

A half-dragon must solve a royal murder while hiding her true identity.

Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor (2013)Cybils Award (2012)

528 pages· 112,929 words· Est. 10.5 hour read

3.9/5 Goodreads · 89,904 ratings

Summary: In a world where dragons and humans coexist, Seraphina, a half-dragon, conceals her true nature. When a royal is murdered, she joins Prince Lucian to uncover a plot threatening the kingdom's fragile peace. As tensions rise, Seraphina's secret becomes perilously close to exposure, risking her life and the delicate balance between species. Can she protect her identity and prevent chaos, or will her hidden lineage be her undoing?

2012 Cybils Award Winner · Young Adult Nonfiction

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$1697

Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2012

Bomb

By Steve Sheinkin

A global race to build the atomic bomb ignites espionage and danger.

Newbery Honor (2013)Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Award (2013)National Book Award for Young People's Literature Finalist (2012)Cybils Award (2012)

304 pages· 60,357 words· Est. 6.5 hour read

4.1/5 Goodreads · 21,477 ratings

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Summary: In 1938, a German chemist's discovery of uranium fission sparks a worldwide race to create the atomic bomb. As Soviet spies infiltrate Allied labs and Norwegian commandos target German resources, scientists at Los Alamos work in secrecy. This gripping tale of espionage, risk, and genius reveals the birth of the world's most dangerous weapon. Will the Allies succeed, or will their secrets be stolen? Dive into a thrilling narrative of ambition and betrayal that changed history forever.

2012 Cybils Award Winner · Young Adult Graphic Novels

Graphic Nov.

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$1398

Chapter Book · Ages 12–16 · 2012

Friends with Boys

By Faith Erin Hicks

A girl faces high school and a lifelong ghostly mystery.

Cybils Award (2012)

224 pages· 5,886 words· Est. 44 min read

3.8/5 Goodreads · 15,612 ratings

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Summary: Maggie McKay steps into high school, leaving behind her sheltered life. As she navigates new friendships, she must unravel the mystery of a ghost that's haunted her since childhood. Can Maggie solve the spectral puzzle and find her place in the world? This journey blends humor, surprises, and the supernatural, challenging Maggie to grow beyond her brothers' shadows.

2012 Cybils Award Winner · Early Chapter Books

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$1398

Chapter Book · Ages 5–8 · 2010

Sadie and Ratz

By Sonya Hartnett, Ann James (Illustrator) · Walker Stories series

Hands cause chaos, but can they prove their innocence?

Cybils Award (2012)

64 pages· 1,584 words· Est. 18 min read

3.8/5 Goodreads · 582 ratings

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Summary: Hannah's hands, Sadie and Ratz, are always causing chaos, especially with her little brother, Baby Boy. When he blames them for his own mischief, Hannah must find a way to clear their name. Can she tame her wild hands and prove their innocence, or will Baby Boy's antics lead to unexpected consequences? Dive into a whimsical tale of sibling rivalry and imaginative play, where the line between reality and make-believe blurs, and the stakes are as high as a child's imagination.

The 2012 Cybils Award

Wonder

A Trip to the Bottom of the World with Mouse

The False Prince

Giants Beware!

A Home for Bird

Me and Earl and the Dying Girl

Seraphina

Bomb

Friends with Boys

Sadie and Ratz

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