the Jewish experience, including diversity of time period and country of origin. Textbooks, liturgy, and reprints are not eligible. Significantly revised editions and re-illustrated editions are eligible. Books must be commercially available for purchase in order to be eligible. Self-published books are not eligible. The author and illustrator must not have paid any money to the publisher. The book must be edited by a professional editor at no cost to the author/illustrator. The publisher must publish books by multiple authors. Books must be published in English (whether originally in English or in translation) If the same book is published in English in multiple countries, the first version submitted will be considered for the award. Other versions then become ineligible. Themes Most Sydney Taylor Book Award winning titles are universal in theme while Judaic in specific content, highlighting the rich diversity of Jewish lives and experiences, traditions, and values to Jewish and non-Jewish readers alike. Children's Book Award Recipients Body-of-Work Award The body-of-work award is given "to recognize an author or entity who has made a substantial contribution over time to the genre of Jewish children’s literature." Beginning in 2018, the award became biennial instead of periodic. Recipients Manuscript Award The Sydney Taylor Manuscript Award for children's books was first awarded in 1985. The winner receives $1,000. References Citations Sources External links Official site News related to the award List of all winners 1968-present Children's literary awards Awards established in 1968 Jewish literary awards