Segundo Matias Jr., author of 'Moymoy Lulumboy: Ang Batang Aswang'
Winners of the first Severino Reyes Medal 2024 were announced April 2 by the International Board on Books for Young People - Philippines (IBBY-PH) in ceremonies held at the National Library of the Philippines.
These are "I Like Wearing Rainbows" for Best Story Book (published by Center for Art, New Ventures & Sustainable Development or CANVAS, written by Agay Llanera, illustrated by Lui Manaig); "Kalambing" for Best Picture Book (published by Adarna House, written by Augie Rivera, illustrated by Al Estrella); and "Moymoy Lulumboy: Ang Batang Aswang" for Best Young Adult Book (published by Lampara Publishing House, Inc., written by Segundo Matias Jr., illustrated by Jomike Tejido).
The awarding ceremony is the highlight of the inaugural Philippine celebration of International Children’s Book Day.
IBBY-Ph partnered with the National Library of the Philippines and professional librarian organizations such as Philippine Librarians Association, Inc. (PLAI), the Philippine Association of School Librarians, Inc. (PASLI), and the Association of Librarians in the Public Sector (ALPS) in organizing the Severino Reyes Medal. As custodians of knowledge and champions of literacy, librarians play a pivotal role in shaping young readers' literary experiences. The National Book Development Board (NBDB) and the heirs of Severino Reyes also provided guidance and support to this award.
Each winner was chosen from an honor list, representing the top five per category.
The Severino Reyes Medal Honor List for the Picture Book Category includes: "Mamemi Mumu," published by Ilaw ng Tahanan Publishing, written and illustrated by Jomike Tejido; "The Perfect Tree," published and written by Gloria Concepcion Moralidad, illustrated by Danielle Florendo; "Tides of the Sea," published and written by Alanna Michelle Escudero, illustrated by Hazel Rosie Bayaras); and "Si Tonyo at ang Sipit sa Kaniyang Sapatos," published by Johnny and Hansel Publications, written by Mary Grace Constantino Suplito, illustrated by Alexandro Maghari.
The Severino Reyes Medal Honor List for the Story Book Category includes: "Bago Na Ang Dating Ako (The New Me)," published by Johnny and Hansel Publications, written by Patrick O. Opeña, illustrated by Hareol Noval Tero; "Ang Bahay na Maraming Klasrum (The House With Many Classrooms)," published by Johnny and Hansel Publications, written by Eugene Y. Evasco, illustrated by Danielle Florendo; "Moon Rising," published by Center for Art, New Ventures & Sustainable Development (CANVAS), written by Phoebe de Leon, illustrated by Iggy Rodriguez; and "Isla Esperanza," published by Vibal Group’s Chikiting Books, written by Eugene Y. Evasco, illustrated by John Ronnel G. Popa.
The Severino Reyes Medal Honor List for the Young Adult Book Category includes: "Ang Larong Nagwakas sa Atin," published by Anvil Publishing, written by Fe Esperanza Trampe; "At Home with Crazy," published by Milflores Publishing, Inc, written by Katrina Martin, illustrated by Angela Taguiang; "Maselan ang Tanong ng Batang si Usman," published by OMF Literature-Hiyas, written by Dr. Luis P. Gatmaitan, illustrated by Danielle Florendo; and "Supremo," published by Adarna House, written by Xi Zuq, illustrated by Al Estrella.
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| Intermission number during the awarding ceremonies held at National Library of the Philippines |
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IBBY - PH is the national section of the International Board on Books for Young People, a global network of professionals and organizations dedicated to promoting children's literature and literacy worldwide. IBBY-PH strives to enrich the lives of Filipino children through books, storytelling, and literacy initiatives. IBBY-PH secretariat is led by Vibal Foundation, Inc.
IBBY-PH led the inaugural Philippine celebration of International Children’s Book Day (ICBD) on April 2. Several literary and literacy events are slated to take place throughout the month of April, which is also National Literature Month.
SM Cares and SM Book Nook at SM Aura hosted a live storytelling event with the pupils of Sto. Niño Catholic School, Taguig. Children from several private and public schools nationwide and 107 barangay day care centers in Manila and Quezon City join in the celebration through storytelling, story writing, reading aloud, book sharing, and other literacy activities.
IBBY-PH will also donate and turn over to select DepEd Library Hubs copies of the twelve recognized Outstanding Books for Young People with Disabilities.
“We are honored and delighted to commemorate the ICBD and celebrate the profound impact of children's literature on young minds,” said IBBY-PH president, Kristine E. Mandigma. “This day holds special significance as it encourages children to explore the world of books, fostering creativity, empathy, and a lifelong love for reading.”
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