The awards are given to an African American author and an African American illustrator for an outstandingly inspirational and educational contribution. The books promote understanding and appreciation of the culture of all peoples and their contribution to the realization of the American dream. The Award is further designed to commemorate the life and works of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and to honor Mrs. Coretta Scott King for her courage and determination to continue the work for peace and world brotherhood.
Illustrator Honor Books • Her Stories illustrated by Leo and Diane Dillon , written by Virginia Hamilton • The Faithful Friend illustrated by Brian Pinkney, written by Robert D. San Souci
Coretta Scott King - Illustrator Award Winner • The Creation illustrated by James E. Ransome, written by James Weldon Johnson
Illustrator Honor Books • The Singing Man illustrated by Terea Shaffer , written by Angela Shelf Medearis • Meet Danitra Brown illustrated by Floyd Cooper, written by Nikki Grimes
1994
Coretta Scott King - Author Award Winner • Toning The Sweep written by Angela Johnson
Coretta Scott King - Illustrator Award Winner • The Origin of Life on Earth illustrated by Kathleen Atkins Wilson, written by David A. Anderson
Illustrator Honor Books • Little Eight John illustrated by Wil Clay, written by Jan Wahl • Working Cotton illustrated by Brian Pinkney, written by Robert D. San Souci • Sukey and the Mermaid illustrated by Carole Byard, written by Sherley Anne Williams
Zora and Me
Seeds of Change: Wangari's Gift to the World
