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Award History
| Award | Year | Book | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caldecott Medal | 2017 | Radiant Child: The Story of Young Artist Jean-Michel Basquiat | Winner |
Award-Winning Books
About Javaka Steptoe
Javaka Steptoe is an American author and illustrator of children's books born in New York City in 1971. He won the 2017 Caldecott Medal for *Radiant Child: The Story of Young Artist Jean-Michel Basquiat*, using found materials and bold mixed media. He is the son of celebrated illustrator John Steptoe.
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