The 2013 Governor General's Literary Awards...
The winners in the Children's Literature -- Text category are:
Teresa Toten (Toronto), The Unlikely Hero of Room 13B (Doubleday Canada) The Unlikely Hero of Room 13B by Teresa Toten is a transformative, high-energy novel that vibrates with the creativity of both the writer and main character. Adam struggles with OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder) and a troubled family life. His group therapy becomes an unlikely source of love and friendship. A powerful story with brilliant language and unexpected moments of humour.
Geneviève Mativat (Laval), À l'ombre de la grande maison (Éditions Pierre Tisseyre) With À l'ombre de la grande maison, Geneviève Mativat gives us a novel about slavery, in an America that has yet to wage its true revolution - that of liberty and equality for all. In sober and effective prose, the author reveals her strong talents as a storyteller.