2025 Beehive Award Nominees
CLAU is thrilled to announce the 2025 Beehive Book Award Nominees!
Many thanks go out to the hardworking committees who prepared these lists.
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Many thanks go out to the hardworking committees who prepared these lists.
Download a tri-fold pamphlet.
Bea and the New Deal Horse by L.M. Elliott (March 2023)
After being abandoned at a horse farm with her little sister, Bea channels her own hurt into helping a dangerous horse become a champion jumper.
The Curious Vanishing of Beatrice Willoughby by G.Z. Schmidt (September 2023)
Dewey is spending All Hallows Eve trapped in a spooky mansion with his father, and a group of mysteriously magical strangers, all of whom are connected to a strange disappearance from exactly 13 years ago.
Finally Seen by Kelly Yang (February 2023)
Things are not as expected for Lina, who has just been reunited with her family after 5 years apart. Her struggles are soothed by a book that becomes precious to Lina, just as it is challenged. It will take courage to finally be seen.
How to Stay Invisible by Maggie C. Rudd (June 2023)
A survival guide from the library, a duffle bag, and a dog are all Raymond has to his name. He uses what he has to live in the woods behind his school while he continues to attend classes as though nothing has changed.
Iceberg by Jennifer Nielsen (March 2023)
A stowaway on the Titanic uncovers a mystery just as calamity hits, Can she save her friends, and survive too?
Just Gus by McCall Hoyle (April 2023)
When livestock guardian dog Gus in injured in the line of duty, he goes t live with Diego, who deals with a lot of worry. Gus loves his new home, but can he curb his protective instincts enough to live in a neighborhood?
The Labors of Hercules Beal by Gary Schmidt (May 2023)
Hercules must live up to his namesake's legacy, when one of his teachers assigns him a project to complete the mythical twelve labors in real life.
The Story of Gumluck the Wizard by Adam Rex (August 2023)
All Gumluck the Wizard wants is to be crowned the Harvest Hero for helping the town the most, but the truth can be hard to face.
The Superteacher Project by Gordon Korman (January 2023)
The new teacher in Oliver's class may be everyone's favorite, but Oliver knows there is something a bit off about him.
The Unforgettable Logan Foster by Shawn Peters (November 2022)
Logan has never clicked with prospective adoptive parents until he meets Gil and Margie. Will Logan be able to hang on to is new family when a battle breaks out involving super villains and heroes that threatens the fate of the whole world?
After being abandoned at a horse farm with her little sister, Bea channels her own hurt into helping a dangerous horse become a champion jumper.
The Curious Vanishing of Beatrice Willoughby by G.Z. Schmidt (September 2023)
Dewey is spending All Hallows Eve trapped in a spooky mansion with his father, and a group of mysteriously magical strangers, all of whom are connected to a strange disappearance from exactly 13 years ago.
Finally Seen by Kelly Yang (February 2023)
Things are not as expected for Lina, who has just been reunited with her family after 5 years apart. Her struggles are soothed by a book that becomes precious to Lina, just as it is challenged. It will take courage to finally be seen.
How to Stay Invisible by Maggie C. Rudd (June 2023)
A survival guide from the library, a duffle bag, and a dog are all Raymond has to his name. He uses what he has to live in the woods behind his school while he continues to attend classes as though nothing has changed.
Iceberg by Jennifer Nielsen (March 2023)
A stowaway on the Titanic uncovers a mystery just as calamity hits, Can she save her friends, and survive too?
Just Gus by McCall Hoyle (April 2023)
When livestock guardian dog Gus in injured in the line of duty, he goes t live with Diego, who deals with a lot of worry. Gus loves his new home, but can he curb his protective instincts enough to live in a neighborhood?
The Labors of Hercules Beal by Gary Schmidt (May 2023)
Hercules must live up to his namesake's legacy, when one of his teachers assigns him a project to complete the mythical twelve labors in real life.
The Story of Gumluck the Wizard by Adam Rex (August 2023)
All Gumluck the Wizard wants is to be crowned the Harvest Hero for helping the town the most, but the truth can be hard to face.
The Superteacher Project by Gordon Korman (January 2023)
The new teacher in Oliver's class may be everyone's favorite, but Oliver knows there is something a bit off about him.
The Unforgettable Logan Foster by Shawn Peters (November 2022)
Logan has never clicked with prospective adoptive parents until he meets Gil and Margie. Will Logan be able to hang on to is new family when a battle breaks out involving super villains and heroes that threatens the fate of the whole world?
Frizzy by Claribel A. Ortega & Rose Bousamra (October 2022)
Tired of going to the salon to have her curls straightened, Marlene learns to embrace her natural curly hair.
Gnome and Rat by Lauren Stohler (June 2023)
Best friends celebrate Hat Day, learn magic tricks, and find Gnome a new signature hat in their charming forest.
Mexikid by Pedro Martin (August 2023)
After growing up with stories about his legendary abuelito, Pedro takes a family road trip to Mexico, connects with his grandfather, and learns more about his own Mexican identity.
Saving Sunshine by Saadia Faruqi & Shazleen Khan (September 2023)
After being forced into each other's company, constantly fighting twins find an ailing turtle which presents an opportunity for teamwork if they can put aside their differences.
Squire & Knight by Scott Chantler (May 2023)
A young squire tackles mysteries, monsters and magic, but the inept knight he serves takes the credit, every time!
Tired of going to the salon to have her curls straightened, Marlene learns to embrace her natural curly hair.
Gnome and Rat by Lauren Stohler (June 2023)
Best friends celebrate Hat Day, learn magic tricks, and find Gnome a new signature hat in their charming forest.
Mexikid by Pedro Martin (August 2023)
After growing up with stories about his legendary abuelito, Pedro takes a family road trip to Mexico, connects with his grandfather, and learns more about his own Mexican identity.
Saving Sunshine by Saadia Faruqi & Shazleen Khan (September 2023)
After being forced into each other's company, constantly fighting twins find an ailing turtle which presents an opportunity for teamwork if they can put aside their differences.
Squire & Knight by Scott Chantler (May 2023)
A young squire tackles mysteries, monsters and magic, but the inept knight he serves takes the credit, every time!
American Murderer: The Parasite that Haunted the South by Gail Jarrow (September 2022)
Doctors in the late 1800's never guessed that hookworms were making patients ill, but zoologist Charles Stiles knew better.
Astonishing and Extinct Professions: 89 Jobs You Will Never Do by Markus Rottman & Michael Meister (August 2023)
Unbelievable jobs from the past are windows into the past.
Darwin's Super-Pooping Worm Spectacular by Polly Owen & Gwen Millward (January 2023)
The silly true story of how Darwin discovered that the earthworm is one of the most important species on the planet.
Jumper: A Day in the Life of a Backyard Jumping Spider by Jessica Lanan (April 2023)
Follows a day in the life of a backyard jumping spider.
Meet the Bears by Kate Peridot & Becca Hall (June 2023)
Meet the world's eight species of bears, from polar bears to giant pandas.
Seen and Unseen: What Dorothea Lange, Toyo Miyatake, and Ansel Adams Photographs Reveal by Elizabeth Partridge & Lauren Tamaki (October 2022)
Three artists photographed the Japanese American incarceration, but with different approaches - and results.
Sisters in Science: Marie Curie, Bronia Dluska, and the Atomic Power of Sisterhood by Linda Elovitz Marshall and Anna & Elena Balbusso (February 2023)
Nobel Prize winner Marie Curie and her sister Bronia made a legendary impact on chemistry and health care.
The Story of the Saxophone by Lesa Cline-Ransome & James Ransome (March 2023)
It began in 1840's Belgium and went all the way to New Orleans, where this instrument became an iconic symbol.
The Witness Trees: Historic Moments and the Trees Who Watched Them Happen by Ryan Van Cleave and Dom Dom (May 2023)
Be amazed by the quiet, reverberating voices of nature's sentinels, the world's most enduring witnesses: the trees.
Wombats are Pretty Weird: A Not So Serious Guide by Abi Cushman (May 2023)
Wombats may be weird, but they're pretty awesome, too!
Doctors in the late 1800's never guessed that hookworms were making patients ill, but zoologist Charles Stiles knew better.
Astonishing and Extinct Professions: 89 Jobs You Will Never Do by Markus Rottman & Michael Meister (August 2023)
Unbelievable jobs from the past are windows into the past.
Darwin's Super-Pooping Worm Spectacular by Polly Owen & Gwen Millward (January 2023)
The silly true story of how Darwin discovered that the earthworm is one of the most important species on the planet.
Jumper: A Day in the Life of a Backyard Jumping Spider by Jessica Lanan (April 2023)
Follows a day in the life of a backyard jumping spider.
Meet the Bears by Kate Peridot & Becca Hall (June 2023)
Meet the world's eight species of bears, from polar bears to giant pandas.
Seen and Unseen: What Dorothea Lange, Toyo Miyatake, and Ansel Adams Photographs Reveal by Elizabeth Partridge & Lauren Tamaki (October 2022)
Three artists photographed the Japanese American incarceration, but with different approaches - and results.
Sisters in Science: Marie Curie, Bronia Dluska, and the Atomic Power of Sisterhood by Linda Elovitz Marshall and Anna & Elena Balbusso (February 2023)
Nobel Prize winner Marie Curie and her sister Bronia made a legendary impact on chemistry and health care.
The Story of the Saxophone by Lesa Cline-Ransome & James Ransome (March 2023)
It began in 1840's Belgium and went all the way to New Orleans, where this instrument became an iconic symbol.
The Witness Trees: Historic Moments and the Trees Who Watched Them Happen by Ryan Van Cleave and Dom Dom (May 2023)
Be amazed by the quiet, reverberating voices of nature's sentinels, the world's most enduring witnesses: the trees.
Wombats are Pretty Weird: A Not So Serious Guide by Abi Cushman (May 2023)
Wombats may be weird, but they're pretty awesome, too!
Flat Cat by Tara Lazar & Pete Oswald (September 2023)
Flat Cat likes being flat until one day he becomes fluffy and learns to enjoy the attention it brings.
Frank & Bert by Christ Naylor-Ballesteros (May 2023)
When Bert isn't so good at hiding (despite thinking he is), Frank must decide between winning or making Bert happy.
One Chicken Nugget by Tadgh Bentley (March 2023)
Frank, a monster, loves chicken nuggets which makes problems for Celeste who sells the best nuggets around.
Our Pool by Lucy Ruth Cummins (June 2023)
It is pool day in the city and everyone is welcome.
Peng's Vase by Angus Yeun-Killick & Paolo Proietti (April 2023)
Young Peng shows courage and honesty when brought before the Emperor in the retelling of a folktale from China.
Rick the Rock of Room 214 by Julie Falatko & Ruth Chan (August 2022)
A rock named Rick escapes to the great outdoors and discovers that sometimes the greatest adventure in life is friendship.
That's My Sweater by Jessika von Innerebner (October 2022)
When Olivia's mother gives her favorite sweater to her baby brother, she vows to get it back.
Very Good Hats by Emma Straub & Blanca Gomez ((January 2023)
Some people think hats are fancy things you buy at a dressy store, but anything can be a hat if you believe it can.
Walter Finds His Voice by Ann Kim Ha (May 2023)
Hiding below the surface, painfully shy crocodile Walter gathers his courage to defend his friend who's being mistreated and learns to speak up when it matters most.
Yetis Are the Worst by Alex Willan (November 2022)
Gilbert the Goblin sets off on a quest to prove once and for all that Goblins are just as cool and mysterious as the elusive yeti.
Flat Cat likes being flat until one day he becomes fluffy and learns to enjoy the attention it brings.
Frank & Bert by Christ Naylor-Ballesteros (May 2023)
When Bert isn't so good at hiding (despite thinking he is), Frank must decide between winning or making Bert happy.
One Chicken Nugget by Tadgh Bentley (March 2023)
Frank, a monster, loves chicken nuggets which makes problems for Celeste who sells the best nuggets around.
Our Pool by Lucy Ruth Cummins (June 2023)
It is pool day in the city and everyone is welcome.
Peng's Vase by Angus Yeun-Killick & Paolo Proietti (April 2023)
Young Peng shows courage and honesty when brought before the Emperor in the retelling of a folktale from China.
Rick the Rock of Room 214 by Julie Falatko & Ruth Chan (August 2022)
A rock named Rick escapes to the great outdoors and discovers that sometimes the greatest adventure in life is friendship.
That's My Sweater by Jessika von Innerebner (October 2022)
When Olivia's mother gives her favorite sweater to her baby brother, she vows to get it back.
Very Good Hats by Emma Straub & Blanca Gomez ((January 2023)
Some people think hats are fancy things you buy at a dressy store, but anything can be a hat if you believe it can.
Walter Finds His Voice by Ann Kim Ha (May 2023)
Hiding below the surface, painfully shy crocodile Walter gathers his courage to defend his friend who's being mistreated and learns to speak up when it matters most.
Yetis Are the Worst by Alex Willan (November 2022)
Gilbert the Goblin sets off on a quest to prove once and for all that Goblins are just as cool and mysterious as the elusive yeti.
Animals in Pants by Suzy Levinson, & Kevin and Kristen Howdeshell (April 2023)
Simple, humorous poems featuring a variety of animals wearing different kinds of pants.
Counting in Dog Years and Other Sassy Math Poems by Betsy Franco & Priscilla Tey (October 2022)
Playful poems, plus ingenious high-concept art, equals countless hours of mind-blowing, mathematical fun.
Good Different by Meg Eden Kuyatt (April 2023)
Selah (7th grade) knows that to be 'normal' she has to keep her feelings controlled, but after hitting a fellow student, she needs to figure out what makes her different - and why that is ok.
We Are Branches by Joyce Sidman & Beth Krommes (May 2023)
A singular celebration of a fascinating shape in nature.
Zap! Clap! Boom! The Story of a Thunderstorm by Laura Purdie Salas & Ellie MacKay (February 2023)
Explores the life cycle of a thunderstorm.
Simple, humorous poems featuring a variety of animals wearing different kinds of pants.
Counting in Dog Years and Other Sassy Math Poems by Betsy Franco & Priscilla Tey (October 2022)
Playful poems, plus ingenious high-concept art, equals countless hours of mind-blowing, mathematical fun.
Good Different by Meg Eden Kuyatt (April 2023)
Selah (7th grade) knows that to be 'normal' she has to keep her feelings controlled, but after hitting a fellow student, she needs to figure out what makes her different - and why that is ok.
We Are Branches by Joyce Sidman & Beth Krommes (May 2023)
A singular celebration of a fascinating shape in nature.
Zap! Clap! Boom! The Story of a Thunderstorm by Laura Purdie Salas & Ellie MacKay (February 2023)
Explores the life cycle of a thunderstorm.
The 9:09 Project by Mark H. Parsons (November 2022)
A thoughtful exploration about finding oneself, learning to hope after loss, and recognizing the role that others can play in the healing process if you are open and willing to share.
Attack of the Black Rectangles by A.S. King (September 2022)
A young boy takes on censorship and intolerance after he finds black marks, marking out words, throughout one of his books at school and finds out that truth can be hard...but still worth fighting for.
Beneath the Wide Silk Sky by Emily Inouye Huey (October 2022)
A Young Japanese American girl's life is completely upended when Japan bombs Pearl Harbor, Her community turns against long time members and Samantha is forced to grow up and gather her courage in order to save herself and her family.
The Isles of the Gods by Amie Kaufman (May 2023)
Magic, romance, and slumbering gods clash in this riveting romantasy about a seafaring girl and a playboy prince who band together in a precarious journey.
It Happened on Saturday by Sydney Dunlap (February 2023)
Thirteen-year-old Julia would much rather work with horses at the rescue barn than worry about things like dating and makeup, but when her older sister gives her a makeover and she stars getting positive comments online, Tyler enters her life and his plan is not exactly what it seems to be.
Promise Boys* by Nick Brooks (January 2023)
Dark academia mystery about three teens of color who must investigate their principal's murder to clear their own names.
Royal Blood by Aimee Carter (March 2023)
Royalty, murder and scandal combine in this thrilling new series about an American girl who becomes the British monarchy's greatest nightmare.
Stars and Smoke by Marie Lu (March 2023)
A smoldering-enemies-to-lovers novel that puts a superstar global phenomenon and a hotshot young spy on a collision course with danger -- and Cupid's arrow.
Stateless by Elizabeth Wein (March 2023)
A thrilling airplane race mystery, adventure novel. Twelve competitors. Multiple countries. One prize, Many reasons to kill.
Threads That Bind by Kira Hatzopoulou (May 2023)
Set in a world where the children of the gods inherit their powers, a descendant of the Greek Fates must solve a series of impossible murders to save her sisters, her soulmate, and her city.
A thoughtful exploration about finding oneself, learning to hope after loss, and recognizing the role that others can play in the healing process if you are open and willing to share.
Attack of the Black Rectangles by A.S. King (September 2022)
A young boy takes on censorship and intolerance after he finds black marks, marking out words, throughout one of his books at school and finds out that truth can be hard...but still worth fighting for.
Beneath the Wide Silk Sky by Emily Inouye Huey (October 2022)
A Young Japanese American girl's life is completely upended when Japan bombs Pearl Harbor, Her community turns against long time members and Samantha is forced to grow up and gather her courage in order to save herself and her family.
The Isles of the Gods by Amie Kaufman (May 2023)
Magic, romance, and slumbering gods clash in this riveting romantasy about a seafaring girl and a playboy prince who band together in a precarious journey.
It Happened on Saturday by Sydney Dunlap (February 2023)
Thirteen-year-old Julia would much rather work with horses at the rescue barn than worry about things like dating and makeup, but when her older sister gives her a makeover and she stars getting positive comments online, Tyler enters her life and his plan is not exactly what it seems to be.
Promise Boys* by Nick Brooks (January 2023)
Dark academia mystery about three teens of color who must investigate their principal's murder to clear their own names.
Royal Blood by Aimee Carter (March 2023)
Royalty, murder and scandal combine in this thrilling new series about an American girl who becomes the British monarchy's greatest nightmare.
Stars and Smoke by Marie Lu (March 2023)
A smoldering-enemies-to-lovers novel that puts a superstar global phenomenon and a hotshot young spy on a collision course with danger -- and Cupid's arrow.
Stateless by Elizabeth Wein (March 2023)
A thrilling airplane race mystery, adventure novel. Twelve competitors. Multiple countries. One prize, Many reasons to kill.
Threads That Bind by Kira Hatzopoulou (May 2023)
Set in a world where the children of the gods inherit their powers, a descendant of the Greek Fates must solve a series of impossible murders to save her sisters, her soulmate, and her city.
Bomb: The Race to Build -- and Steal -- the World's Most Dangerous Weapon (The Graphic Novel) by Steve Sheinkin and Nick Bertozzi (January 2023)
Examines the history of the atomic bomb, the race to build it, and the impact on societies around the world.
A First Time for Everything by Dan Santat (February 2023)
The author shares his life-changing middle school trip to Europe during which he experiences a series of firsts.
Hungry Ghost by Victoria Ying (April 2023)
After the sudden death of her father, Valerie (16yo), who is hiding an eating disorder, reevaluates her life, her choices and her own body as she tries to find the strength to seek help.
The Princess and the Grilled Cheese Sandwich by Deya Muniz (May 2023)
Cam disguises herself as a man to inherit her father's money and estate and ends up falling for Crown Princess Brie.
Victory: Stand! Raising My Fist for Justice by Tommie Smith, Derrick Barnes, & Dawud Anyabwile (September 2022)
Runner Tommie Smith looks back on his life, from his childhood in rural Texas through to his stellar athletic career, culminating in his historic victory and Olympic podium protest.
Examines the history of the atomic bomb, the race to build it, and the impact on societies around the world.
A First Time for Everything by Dan Santat (February 2023)
The author shares his life-changing middle school trip to Europe during which he experiences a series of firsts.
Hungry Ghost by Victoria Ying (April 2023)
After the sudden death of her father, Valerie (16yo), who is hiding an eating disorder, reevaluates her life, her choices and her own body as she tries to find the strength to seek help.
The Princess and the Grilled Cheese Sandwich by Deya Muniz (May 2023)
Cam disguises herself as a man to inherit her father's money and estate and ends up falling for Crown Princess Brie.
Victory: Stand! Raising My Fist for Justice by Tommie Smith, Derrick Barnes, & Dawud Anyabwile (September 2022)
Runner Tommie Smith looks back on his life, from his childhood in rural Texas through to his stellar athletic career, culminating in his historic victory and Olympic podium protest.