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Bluestem Award Nominees 2024

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Amari and the Night Brothers

Amari and the Night Brothers

by Alston, B. B.

Book - 2021

Thirteen-year-old Amari, a poor Black girl from the projects, gets an invitation from her missing brother to join the Bureau of Supernatural Affairs and join in the fight against an evil magician. Thirteen-year-old Amari, a poor Black girl from the projects, gets an invitation from her missing brother to join the Bureau of Supernatural Affairs and join in the fight against an evil magician. Show less

Thirteen-year-old Amari, a poor Black girl from the projects, gets an invitation from her missing brother to join the Bureau of Supernatural Affairs and join in the fight against an evil magician. Thirteen-year-old Amari, a poor Black girl from the projects, gets an invitation from her missing brother to join the Bureau of Supernatural Affairs and join in the fight against an evil magician. Show less

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The Magical Imperfect

The Magical Imperfect

by Baron, Chris

Book - 2021

When Etan, who doesn’t speak, and Malia, who is also known as "the Creature" due to her acute eczema, become friends, Etan must convince his family and hers that he might have a cure for her condition. When Etan, who doesn’t speak, and Malia, who is also known as "the Creature" due to her acute eczema, become friends, Etan must convince his family and hers that he might have a cure for her condition. Show less

When Etan, who doesn’t speak, and Malia, who is also known as "the Creature" due to her acute eczema, become friends, Etan must convince his family and hers that he might have a cure for her condition. When Etan, who doesn’t speak, and Malia, who is also known as "the Creature" due to her acute eczema, become friends, Etan must convince his family and hers that he might have a cure for her condition. Show less

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Opening the Road

Opening the Road

Victor Hugo Green and His Green Book

by Dawson, Keila V.

Book - 2021

A nonfiction picture book about The Green Book, a travel guide for African Americans during segregation, and the man who wrote it. A nonfiction picture book about The Green Book, a travel guide for African Americans during segregation, and the man who wrote it. Show less

A nonfiction picture book about The Green Book, a travel guide for African Americans during segregation, and the man who wrote it. A nonfiction picture book about The Green Book, a travel guide for African Americans during segregation, and the man who wrote it. Show less

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Maya and the Robot

Maya and the Robot

by Ewing, Eve L.

Book - 2021

A forgotten homemade robot comes to life just when aspiring fifth-grade scientist Maya needs a friend--and a science fair project. A forgotten homemade robot comes to life just when aspiring fifth-grade scientist Maya needs a friend--and a science fair project. Show less

A forgotten homemade robot comes to life just when aspiring fifth-grade scientist Maya needs a friend--and a science fair project. A forgotten homemade robot comes to life just when aspiring fifth-grade scientist Maya needs a friend--and a science fair project. Show less

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Long Distance

Long Distance

by Gardner, Whitney

Graphic Novel - 2021

After moving to Seattle, Vega's dads send her to the very strange Camp Best Friend, where she discovers that one can make new friends without forgetting old ones. After moving to Seattle, Vega's dads send her to the very strange Camp Best Friend, where she discovers that one can make new friends without forgetting old ones. Show less

After moving to Seattle, Vega's dads send her to the very strange Camp Best Friend, where she discovers that one can make new friends without forgetting old ones. After moving to Seattle, Vega's dads send her to the very strange Camp Best Friend, where she discovers that one can make new friends without forgetting old ones. Show less

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Ahmed Aziz's Epic Year

Ahmed Aziz's Epic Year

by Hamza, Nina

Book - 2021

A Indian American boy endures a family move from Hawaii to frigid Minnesota and, with the help of three life-changing books he reads in school, he learns to like reading, and ultimately, himself. A Indian American boy endures a family move from Hawaii to frigid Minnesota and, with the help of three life-changing books he reads in school, he learns to like reading, and ultimately, himself. Show less

A Indian American boy endures a family move from Hawaii to frigid Minnesota and, with the help of three life-changing books he reads in school, he learns to like reading, and ultimately, himself. A Indian American boy endures a family move from Hawaii to frigid Minnesota and, with the help of three life-changing books he reads in school, he learns to like reading, and ultimately, himself. Show less

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The Only Woman in the Photo

The Only Woman in the Photo

Frances Perkins & Her New Deal for America

by Krull, Kathleen

Book - 2020

Biography of Frances Perkins, the first female member of the presidential cabinet, and architect of much of the New Deal legislation as Secretary of Labor. Biography of Frances Perkins, the first female member of the presidential cabinet, and architect of much of the New Deal legislation as Secretary of Labor. Show less

Biography of Frances Perkins, the first female member of the presidential cabinet, and architect of much of the New Deal legislation as Secretary of Labor. Biography of Frances Perkins, the first female member of the presidential cabinet, and architect of much of the New Deal legislation as Secretary of Labor. Show less

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Allergic

Allergic

by Lloyd, Megan Wagner

Graphic Novel - 2021

Amidst family changes, Maggie longs for a puppy but discovers she's allergic to fur. Can she overcome her allergies and find her ideal pet? Amidst family changes, Maggie longs for a puppy but discovers she's allergic to fur. Can she overcome her allergies and find her ideal pet? Show less

Amidst family changes, Maggie longs for a puppy but discovers she's allergic to fur. Can she overcome her allergies and find her ideal pet? Amidst family changes, Maggie longs for a puppy but discovers she's allergic to fur. Can she overcome her allergies and find her ideal pet? Show less

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Everything Awesome About Sharks and Other Underwater Creatures!

Everything Awesome About Sharks and Other Underwater Creatures!

by Lowery, Mike

Book - 2020

Uncover a wealth of weird, wacky, and wild facts about sharks and underwater creatures, told in Mike Lowery's signature, acclaimed comic style with bright and energetic artwork, fresh framing devices, and hilarious jokes. Uncover a wealth of weird, wacky, and wild facts about sharks and underwater creatures, told in Mike Lowery's signature, acclaimed comic style with bright and energetic artwork, fresh framing devices, and hilarious jokes. Show less

Uncover a wealth of weird, wacky, and wild facts about sharks and underwater creatures, told in Mike Lowery's signature, acclaimed comic style with bright and energetic artwork, fresh framing devices, and hilarious jokes. Uncover a wealth of weird, wacky, and wild facts about sharks and underwater creatures, told in Mike Lowery's signature, acclaimed comic style with bright and energetic artwork, fresh framing devices, and hilarious jokes. Show less

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Shelter

Shelter

by Matheson, Christie

Book - 2021

While ten-year-old Maya attends an elite private school on scholarship her classmates are unaware that she and her family are living in a homeless shelter, but on one poignant day Maya discovers having a house is not the only way to have a home. While ten-year-old Maya attends an elite private school on scholarship her classmates are unaware that she and her family are living in a homeless shelter, but on one poignant day Maya discovers having a house is not the only way to have a home. Show less

While ten-year-old Maya attends an elite private school on scholarship her classmates are unaware that she and her family are living in a homeless shelter, but on one poignant day Maya discovers having a house is not the only way to have a home. While ten-year-old Maya attends an elite private school on scholarship her classmates are unaware that she and her family are living in a homeless shelter, but on one poignant day Maya discovers having a house is not the only way to have a home. Show less

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Chunky

Chunky

by Mercado, Yehudi

Graphic Novel - 2021

In this full-color middle grade graphic memoir, Yehudi Mercado draws inspiration from his childhood struggle with his weight while finding friendship with...Show more In this full-color middle grade graphic memoir, Yehudi Mercado draws inspiration from his childhood struggle with his weight while finding friendship with his imaginary mascot, Chunky, as he navigates growing up in a working class Mexican-Jewish family. Show less

In this full-color middle grade graphic memoir, Yehudi Mercado draws inspiration from his childhood struggle with his weight while finding friendship with...Show more In this full-color middle grade graphic memoir, Yehudi Mercado draws inspiration from his childhood struggle with his weight while finding friendship with his imaginary mascot, Chunky, as he navigates growing up in a working class Mexican-Jewish family. Show less

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The Great Stink

The Great Stink

How Joseph Bazalgette Solved London's Poop Pollution Problem

by Paeff, Colleen

Book - 2021

This funny and informative picture book tells the story of Joseph Bazalgette, a 19th century engineer who designed London's first comprehensive sewage system. This funny and informative picture book tells the story of Joseph Bazalgette, a 19th century engineer who designed London's first comprehensive sewage system. Show less

This funny and informative picture book tells the story of Joseph Bazalgette, a 19th century engineer who designed London's first comprehensive sewage system. This funny and informative picture book tells the story of Joseph Bazalgette, a 19th century engineer who designed London's first comprehensive sewage system. Show less

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The Unforgettable Logan Foster

The Unforgettable Logan Foster

by Peters, Shawn

Book - 2022

Logan, an undersized twelve-year-old orphan with a photographic memory and no filter, discovers that his foster parents are superheroes in grave danger and only Logan's highly logical mind can save them. Logan, an undersized twelve-year-old orphan with a photographic memory and no filter, discovers that his foster parents are superheroes in grave danger and only Logan's highly logical mind can save them. Show less

Logan, an undersized twelve-year-old orphan with a photographic memory and no filter, discovers that his foster parents are superheroes in grave danger and only Logan's highly logical mind can save them. Logan, an undersized twelve-year-old orphan with a photographic memory and no filter, discovers that his foster parents are superheroes in grave danger and only Logan's highly logical mind can save them. Show less

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The Floating Field

The Floating Field

How A Group of Thai Boys Built Their Own Soccer Field

by Riley, Scott

Book - 2021

On a tiny Thai island without room for a soccer field, a group of resourceful teen boys gathers scraps and works together to build a floating field so they can play the game they love. On a tiny Thai island without room for a soccer field, a group of resourceful teen boys gathers scraps and works together to build a floating field so they can play the game they love. Show less

On a tiny Thai island without room for a soccer field, a group of resourceful teen boys gathers scraps and works together to build a floating field so they can play the game they love. On a tiny Thai island without room for a soccer field, a group of resourceful teen boys gathers scraps and works together to build a floating field so they can play the game they love. Show less

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The List of Things That Will Not Change

The List of Things That Will Not Change

by Stead, Rebecca

Book - 2020

Despite her parents' divorce, her father's coming out as gay, and his plans to marry his boyfriend, ten-year-old Bea is reassured by her parents' uncondit...Show more Despite her parents' divorce, her father's coming out as gay, and his plans to marry his boyfriend, ten-year-old Bea is reassured by her parents' unconditional love, excited about getting a stepsister, and haunted by something she did last summer at her father's lake house. Show less

Despite her parents' divorce, her father's coming out as gay, and his plans to marry his boyfriend, ten-year-old Bea is reassured by her parents' uncondit...Show more Despite her parents' divorce, her father's coming out as gay, and his plans to marry his boyfriend, ten-year-old Bea is reassured by her parents' unconditional love, excited about getting a stepsister, and haunted by something she did last summer at her father's lake house. Show less

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Ben Yokoyama and the Cookie of Doom

Ben Yokoyama and the Cookie of Doom

by Swanson, Matthew

Book - 2021

Eight-year-old Ben takes a fortune cookie literally, and believing he has only one day left to live, tries to do everything he has always wanted to before nightfall. Eight-year-old Ben takes a fortune cookie literally, and believing he has only one day left to live, tries to do everything he has always wanted to before nightfall. Show less

Eight-year-old Ben takes a fortune cookie literally, and believing he has only one day left to live, tries to do everything he has always wanted to before nightfall. Eight-year-old Ben takes a fortune cookie literally, and believing he has only one day left to live, tries to do everything he has always wanted to before nightfall. Show less

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The Elephants Come Home

The Elephants Come Home

A True Story of Seven Elephants, Two People, and One Extraordinary Friendship

by Tomsic, Kim

Book - 2021

Lawrence Anthony and Françoise Malby welcome a herd of wild African elephants to their sanctuary, Thula Thula, forging an extraordinary cross-species friendship. A heartwarming true story for animal lovers of all ages. Lawrence Anthony and Françoise Malby welcome a herd of wild African elephants to their sanctuary, Thula Thula, forging an extraordinary cross-species friendship. A heartwarming true story for animal lovers of all ages. Show less

Lawrence Anthony and Françoise Malby welcome a herd of wild African elephants to their sanctuary, Thula Thula, forging an extraordinary cross-species friendship. A heartwarming true story for animal lovers of all ages. Lawrence Anthony and Françoise Malby welcome a herd of wild African elephants to their sanctuary, Thula Thula, forging an extraordinary cross-species friendship. A heartwarming true story for animal lovers of all ages. Show less

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Katie the Catsitter

Katie the Catsitter

by Venable, Colleen A. F.

Graphic Novel - 2021

Twelve-year-old Katie is dreading the boring summer ahead until she realizes the mysterious neighbor who hired her to catsit is one of the city's greatest supervillains. Twelve-year-old Katie is dreading the boring summer ahead until she realizes the mysterious neighbor who hired her to catsit is one of the city's greatest supervillains. Show less

Twelve-year-old Katie is dreading the boring summer ahead until she realizes the mysterious neighbor who hired her to catsit is one of the city's greatest supervillains. Twelve-year-old Katie is dreading the boring summer ahead until she realizes the mysterious neighbor who hired her to catsit is one of the city's greatest supervillains. Show less

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Ways to Make Sunshine

Ways to Make Sunshine

by Watson, Renée

Book - 2020

The Hart family of Portland, Oregon, faces many setbacks after Ryan's father loses his job, but no matter what, Ryan tries to bring sunshine to her loved ones. The Hart family of Portland, Oregon, faces many setbacks after Ryan's father loses his job, but no matter what, Ryan tries to bring sunshine to her loved ones. Show less

The Hart family of Portland, Oregon, faces many setbacks after Ryan's father loses his job, but no matter what, Ryan tries to bring sunshine to her loved ones. The Hart family of Portland, Oregon, faces many setbacks after Ryan's father loses his job, but no matter what, Ryan tries to bring sunshine to her loved ones. Show less

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New From Here

New From Here

by Yang, Kelly

Book - 2022

Knox works to keep his family together as they move from Hong Kong back to northern California during the initial outbreak of the coronavirus. Knox works to keep his family together as they move from Hong Kong back to northern California during the initial outbreak of the coronavirus. Show less

Knox works to keep his family together as they move from Hong Kong back to northern California during the initial outbreak of the coronavirus. Knox works to keep his family together as they move from Hong Kong back to northern California during the initial outbreak of the coronavirus. Show less

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