This list contains books that have been recognized by the National Book Foundation for excellence in Adult Fiction, Adult Non-Fiction, Adult Poetry and Young People's Literature. This list contains titles that may have mature content. Please consult with your librarian if you have concerns about content.

The Pulitzer Prize is an award for achievements in newspaper, magazine and online journalism, literature and musical composition within the United States.

Each spring, Mystery Writers of America present the Edgar® Awards, widely acknowledged to be the most prestigious awards in the genre.

The Michael L. Printz Award annually honors the best book written for teens, based entirely on its literary merit, each year. In addition, the Printz Committee names up to four honor books, which also represent the best writing in young adult literature.