The Cybils...

...pronounced as in cyber-space, have arrived. These are the first-ever children's literature blogs book awards, and very democratic too. Anyone can nominate a book - you don't have to be a blogger. You can just head over the The Cybils website and add your nomination as a comment. Books need to have been published in 2006 in English (but can be translated). There are several categories, including YA, picture books, graphic novels, fantasy/sci fi, poetry, and a variety of non-fictions. I'm going to be on the graphic novel committee in one way or another (I think) - either creating a shortlist from the nominations or judging. So get involved! A few committees are still looking for more people (like Wands and Worlds for fantasy/sci fi) - so you can do it too! See the Cybils website for more information.

And for an update on my cat Thomas, he's home with a big Frankenstein scar on his back. The vet sent the lump off to be tested so we'll find out in a week or so if it's benign or cancerous. All fingers and toes are crossed. He's sitting on my lap as I type - he's been very cuddly since returning from the vet. But enjoying his special meals of chicken and rice!