The winners of the 2007 Nestlé Children's Book Prize were announced on 12 December. The Prize is awarded to the best work of fiction or poetry by a British author for children in three age categories (up to 11 years).
9 to 11 years category
Shadow Forest by Matt Haig
6 to 8 years category
Ottoline and the Yellow Cat by Chris Riddell
5 years and under category
When a Monster is Born by Sean Taylor and Nick Sharratt
The Nestlé Children’s Book Prize celebrates the very best in children’s literature. It is one of the UK’s longest running prizes and has helped launch the careers of many of today’s top children’s writers, including JK Rowling and Lauren Child, who have each won the prize three times. For news about the prize and previous winners, visit www.booktrusted.com
