Becky Citra is a celebrated author of young adult and children’s books, and she
has received numerous awards and recognitions for her work.
Here are some highlights:
Arthur Ellis Mystery Award
Missing – Shortlisted
The Arthur Ellis Mystery Award was a prestigious Canadian literary award presented annually by the Crime Writers of Canada for the best crime and mystery writing. Named after the pseudonym of Canada’s official hangman, Arthur Ellis, the award recognized excellence in various categories such as Best Novel, Best First Novel, and Best Juvenile/Young Adult Crime Book.
Bank Street College of Education
The Way Home – Best Books of 2014
Bank Street College of Education is a private educational institution located in New York City. It was founded in 1916 by Lucy Sprague Mitchell as the Bureau of Educational Experiments, with the goal of fostering research and development in progressive education12.
Chocolate Lily Book Awards
Finding Grace – Nominated
The Way Home – Nominated 2015
Whiteout – Nominated 2010-2011
Strawberry Moon – Second price 2006
The Chocolate Lily Book Awards celebrate the best children’s books by authors and illustrators from British Columbia. Established in 2002 by teacher-librarian Karena Ehrenholz, the awards aim to promote literacy and recognize local talent.The awards are named after the Chocolate Lily, a rare flower found in BC.
Hackmatack Award
Dog Days – Nominated 2005
The Hackmatack Children’s Choice Book Award is a literary program based in Atlantic Canada. It’s designed for young readers in grades 4 to 6, encouraging them to explore Canadian books and authors.
Halifax Public Libraries
Ellie’s New Home – Recommended selection in Great Books For Girls 2004
The Freezing Moon – Recommended selection in Great Books For Girls 2004
Halifax Public Libraries is a network of public libraries serving Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. It offers a wide range of services, including book lending, digital resources, community programs, and events.
Moonbeam Children's Book Award
The Griffin of Darkwood – Winner
The Moonbeam Children’s Book Awards celebrate exceptional children’s literature, recognizing authors, illustrators, and publishers who inspire young readers. Established in 2006, the awards highlight creativity and diversity in storytelling across over 45 categories, including Picture Books, Young Adult Fiction, and Educational Titles.
Ontario Library Association
Never To Be Told – Best Bets 2006 Top Ten Fiction List
Ellie’s New Home – Recommended selection in Best Bets 1998
The Ontario Library Association (OLA) is Canada’s largest library organization, dedicated to supporting library professionals and promoting literacy and learning. They offer a variety of programs, events, and resources, including the popular Forest of Reading program, which encourages readers of all ages to explore Canadian books.
Oxford University Press
The Freezing Moon – Recommended resource in Social Studies program Outlooks 3
Oxford University Press (OUP) is the publishing arm of the University of Oxford and is the largest university press in the world. It has a rich history dating back to 1586, although its first book was printed in Oxford in 1478. OUP publishes a wide range of materials, including academic journals, books, dictionaries, and educational resources. It also produces Bibles, music, and atlases.
Red Cedar Award
Finding Grace – Winner 2015/2016
After the Fire – Winner 2012
Never To Be Told – Nominated 2008/2009
The Red Cedar Book Awards are British Columbia’s Young Readers’ Choice awards, aimed at students in grades 4 to 7. Each year, children across the province read from a list of nominated Canadian fiction and non-fiction books and vote for their favorites. The program promotes literacy, encourages thoughtful evaluation of books, and celebrates Canadian authors.
Resource Links
The Way Home – Chosen as one of the Best Books for 2013
Ellie’s New Home – Recommended selection in The Year’s Best 2000 Volume 6 Number 2
Resource Links is a Canadian review journal that highlights new books, audio-visual materials, and digital resources for children and young adults. It also provides professional literature for educators and librarians. The journal focuses on Canadian content, including works by Canadian authors and announcements about literary awards.<h/6>
Rocky Mountain Award
Finding Grace – Nominated
The Rocky Mountain Book Award is an Alberta-based readers’ choice program that invites students in grades 4 to 7 to read and vote for their favorite Canadian books. The program aims to connect young readers with exemplary Canadian literature. Books nominated for the award are typically published within the last two years in Canada.
Sheila A. Egoff Children's Literature Prize
Finding Grace – Finalist 2015
If Only – Nominated
The Sheila A. Egoff Children’s Literature Prize is part of the BC and Yukon Book Prizes, awarded annually to recognize outstanding juvenile or young adult novels or non-fiction works by authors residing in British Columbia or the Yukon. The prize was first awarded in 1987 and is supported by the BC Library Association
Silver Birch Award
The Griffin of Darkwood – Nominated 2018
Never To Be Told – Honour Book 2008
Missing – Honour Book
The Silver Birch Award is part of the Forest of Reading program, Canada’s largest recreational reading initiative. It is aimed at students in grades 3 to 6 and is divided into categories like Fiction, Non-Fiction, and Express (for younger readers). Each year, students read a selection of nominated Canadian books and vote for their favorites, making it a readers’ choice award.
The Willow Award
Rachel Bird – Nominated 2023
Finding Grace – Nominated 2016/2017
Missing – Winner of the 2013
The Willow Awards are Saskatchewan’s Young Readers’ Choice Awards, designed to promote reading and celebrate Canadian literature.
The Canadian Children’s Book Centre
Jeremy and the Golden Fleece – Best Books for Kids and Teens 2008
Jeremy in the Underworld – Recommended selection in “Our Choice 2007”
Runaway – Recommended selection in “Our Choice 2004″
Runaway – Featured in Canadian Children’s Book News Winter 2004
Dog Days – Recommended selection in “Our Choice 2003”
The Freezing Moon – Recommended selection in “Our Choice 2002”
Ellie’s New Home – Recommended selection in “Our Choice 2000”
The Canadian Children’s Book Centre (CCBC) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting Canadian books for children and teens. It aims to foster a love of reading by connecting young readers with high-quality Canadian literature.
Violet Downey Award
The Griffin of Darkwood – Nominated 2017
The Violet Downey Book Award is an annual Canadian literary prize established in 1984 by IODE Canada, a national women’s charitable organization. It recognizes the best English-language book for children aged 13 and under, with a preference for Canadian content.
Whippoorwill Award
Rachel Bird – Winner 2023
