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Newbery

American  
[noo-ber-ee, -buh-ree, nyoo-] / ˈnu bɛr i, -bə ri, ˈnju- /

noun

  1. John, 1713–67, English publisher.


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Mr. Kennedy is the author of the novel “Bride of the Tornado” and the director of the 90-Second Newbery Film Festival.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 10, 2026

He’s also the winner of several of the most important children’s book awards, including a Newbery Honor.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 12, 2024

Fifteen or so years ago, Andy Newbery was working as a TV runner behind the scenes on Doctor Who in Cardiff.

From BBC Oct. 5, 2024

The Newbery Medal winner laughed as she admitted how little planning and preparation goes into starting a new book.

From Seattle Times Mar. 4, 2024

“This book won the Newbery Medal back in 1971,” Mr. Terupt said.

From "Because of Mr. Terupt" by Rob Buyea

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