
The Crossover
Newbery Medal · 2015 · Winner
Award History
| Award | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Newbery Medal | 2015 | Winner |
About This Book
A verse novel about twin brothers who are basketball stars navigating adolescence, sibling rivalry, and the first tremors of family loss. Written in kinetic, rhythmic free verse. Winner of the 2015 Newbery Medal.
About the Author
Kwame Alexander is an American poet and children's author born in New York City in 1968. He won the 2015 Newbery Medal for *The Crossover*, a verse novel about twin basketball-playing brothers. He is the founder of several literary organisations and also appeared in the *Reading Rainbow* revival. Read more →
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