We are pleased to announce that the 2025-2026 Black-Eyed Susan Book Award nominees are here!  From picture books to young adult, these titles are ready to inspire readers across Maryland.  Read. Reflect. Vote. Winners will be announced in spring 2026!

In response to the COVID-19 crisis, we are trying to make voting for the Black Eyed Susan award easier for all. Therefore, we have made the online voting link open to EVERYONE, and you can access it here. For more information on how to vote, go to our Voting Process information page.