The Frances Lincoln Children’s Librarian Prize (FLCLP) is presented annually to a children’s or teen librarian who champions diversity and inclusion in their collection and community. The prize is open to school and public librarians. The winner of the FLCLP will receive a book donation and $1500 cash prize for their library, as well as an all-expenses paid trip to American Library Association’s annual conference in June 2023 where they will be honored at our reinstated Frances Lincoln Tea.
About Frances Lincoln:
Frances Elisabeth Rosemary Lincoln was one of the most successful publishers of her generation, known for promoting diversity and originality in her books. After working in publishing for a few years, Lincoln began to recognize some significant gaps in the market, specifically in the diversity space. She decided to found Frances Lincoln Publishing in 1977 with the main goal of encouraging authors to write about a diverse range of aspects that touch children from all over the world. Lincoln’s groundbreaking work earned her the title of Woman of the Year for Services to Multicultural Publishing in 1995. Lincoln passed away in 2001, but her legacy lives on through her imprint Frances Lincoln Children’s Books, which was acquired by The Quarto Group in 2011.
Guidelines:
• Nominations may be submitted by anyone ages 13+
• Self-nomination is permissible
• Limit one submission per nominator
• Nominees will be evaluated based on the information submitted. It is the responsibility of the nominator to gather and submit a complete and accurate nomination packet. If assistance is needed with submission, please contact the Subcommittee Chair, Mel Schuit, at mel.schuit@quarto.com.
Criteria:
Criteria used to determine the recipients of the award may include, but are not limited to:
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion
• Leadership in the profession
• Demonstration of the value of libraries
• Professional activities
• Commitment to creating space for neurodivergent patrons
• Promoting an accessible and positive climate in the library
• Initiating a new library service or program
• Development of special projects
• Community betterment
• Notable publications and productions
• Leadership in education and in-service training for librarians
• Extension of library services through cooperation
• Improvement in library techniques or management
Eligibility:
Each librarian nominee must:
• Must be employed, at the time of nomination and selection, in any branch of children’s librarianship for at least 12 months in the United States or Canada
• An MLS or professional degree is encouraged in a nominee, but not required
Deadlines:
Applications must be submitted by April 5, 2023
Applications must be submitted to FLCLPaward@quarto.com
To access the nomination form and further details, please stop here.
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