MARGARET A. EDWARDS AWARD

WHAT IT IS
Established in 1988; honors an author's lifetime achievement for writing books that have been popular over a period of time; it recognizes an author's work in helping adolescents become aware of themselves and addressing questions about their role and importance in relationships, society, and in the world. Named after Margaret A. Edwards, administrator of young adult programs at Enoch Pratt Free Library in Baltimore, who spent her professional life pioneering outreach services for teenagers and establishing a stringent training program for librarians beginning their work with adolescents.