This presentation summarizes information about the Coretta Scott King Book Awards, which honor African American authors and illustrators for promoting understanding and appreciation of African American culture. Specifically, it highlights Bryan Collier as the winner of the Illustrator Award for his work mixing watercolors and collage to depict stories. The presentation provides criteria for the award, noting it honors works that express past, present, and future African American culture through words and images, as well as promote diversity. Web links are also included for further information.