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WHERE ARE YOU REALLY FROM? wins Children's Book of the Year: STEM at The Week Junior Book Awards!

Janklow & Nesbit author Adam Rutherford has won the Children's Book of the Year: STEM for WHERE ARE YOU REALLY FROM? alongside his co-writer Em Norry and illustrator Adam Ming. The book was published by Hachette Children's in September 2023. 

The category, in association with The Week Junior Science + Nature, celebrates excellence in engaging children with STEM subjects. The criteria specified that the winner would be a book that explains big ideas clearly, engagingly and accessibly, encouraging readers’ curiosity, sparking their imaginations, inspiring further inquiry and prompting them to share their newfound knowledge.

WHERE ARE YOU REALLY FROM? is a book that “blew my mind” said one of the judges of the winner, which takes readers on a fascinating scientific trip through human history. All four judges agreed that it’s not only a very good read, but also accessible, funny and important.

The Week Junior Book Awards were established to celebrate the brilliant world of children’s books and the talented people who create them — the awards honour the authors, illustrators and publishers who inspire children to read for pleasure. The emphasis is on original ideas, outstanding illustration and smart storytelling, as well as new and diverse talent.

Big congratulations to Adam, Em and Adam! 🎊