1998 National Book Award for Young People's Literature Winner & Honor Books

1998 National Book Award for Young People's Literature Winner

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1998

Holes

By Louis Sachar, Vladimir Radunsky (Illustrator), Bagram Ibatoulline (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Holes series

A cursed boy digs for secrets at a mysterious camp.

Newbery Medal (1999)Boston Globe–Horn Book Award (1999)National Book Award for Young People's Literature (1998)

233 pages· 47,105 words· Est. 5.5 hour read

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Summary: Stanley Yelnats, plagued by a family curse, finds himself at Camp Green Lake, a detention center where boys dig endless holes. But these aren't just for character building. As Stanley unearths the truth, he must confront the camp's hidden motives and his own destiny. What lies beneath the dry lakebed, and can Stanley break the curse that haunts his family? Dive into this darkly humorous tale of mystery and redemption.

1998 Honor Books

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 1998

A Long Way from Chicago

By Richard Peck · Book #1 in the A Long Way from Chicago series

Two siblings face wild summers with their unpredictable grandmother.

Newbery Honor (1999)National Book Award for Young People's Literature Finalist (1998)

148 pages· 35,326 words· Est. 4 hour read

4.0/5 Goodreads · 36,266 ratings

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Summary: Every summer, Joey and Mary Alice journey to rural Illinois during the Great Depression. Their grandmother, a force of nature, turns each visit into an adventure filled with unexpected challenges and unforgettable lessons. As they navigate her eccentric world, the siblings discover more about themselves and the strength of family bonds. What surprises await them this summer?

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 1998

Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key

By Jack Gantos · Book #1 in the Joey Pigza series

A boy's wild impulses threaten to derail his future.

National Book Award for Young People's Literature Finalist (1998)

176 pages· 35,620 words· Est. 4 hour read

3.8/5 Goodreads · 17,042 ratings

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Summary: Joey Pigza struggles with hyperactivity and impulsive decisions, like swallowing keys and running with scissors. His 'dud meds' fail to control his mood swings, landing him in a special-ed program. Determined not to fall through the cracks, Joey faces the challenge of navigating a world that doesn't understand him. Can he find a way to harness his energy and stay on track?

The 1998 National Book Award for Young People's Literature

Holes

A Long Way from Chicago

Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key

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