NORMAN, Okla., September 30, 2026 – World Literature Today, the University of Oklahoma's acclaimed publication focusing on international literature and culture, announced on Tuesday that Elizabeth Acevedo has been awarded the 2027 NSK Neustadt Prize for Children's and Young Adult Literature. The announcement was made by Kathy Neustadt during the 2026 Neustadt Lit Fest held on the University of Oklahoma campus.
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Kathy Neustadt highlighted Acevedo as “an incredible addition to the prestigious ranks of previous winners.” Robert Con Davis-Undiano, executive director of World Literature Today, praised Acevedo's talent, stating that she is a gifted writer who will enhance the NSK award's reputation.
The NSK Neustadt Prize is granted every two years, alternating with the Neustadt International Prize for Literature, and recognizes exceptional contributions to literature worldwide. The prize is highly respected in the literary community and is regarded as one of the most significant awards in its field. Winners receive a $50,000 check, a silver medallion, and a certificate during a public ceremony at the University of Oklahoma.
Elizabeth Acevedo, the 2022 Young People's Poet Laureate and New York Times bestselling author of The Poet X, has garnered numerous awards, including the National Book Award for Young People's Literature. Her recent work, Anger Is Only a Shadow, was published earlier this month. She is expected to participate in the Neustadt Lit Fest in fall 2027 to celebrate her achievements.
For further details on the NSK Neustadt Prize, visit neustadtprize.org or contact Terri Stubblefield at (405) 325-4531.