It has to be the most glitzy and glamorous award in the world of fiction and it's back to reward the nation's favourite authors of teen fiction once again.

The Queen of Teen award was founded in 2008 to celebrate the fantastic teen and tween authors who bring so much enjoyment to their readers, dealing with real-life issues in a way that is honest, entertaining and fun!

The first competition was a huge success, with...

Hundreds of heartfelt nominations from readers

One amazing shortlist of authors including
Jacqueline Wilson, Cathy Cassidy and Meg Cabot

Tens of thousands of votes from teenagers worldwide

One super-glitzy award ceremony

Four pink stretch limos bringing authors and fans to Queen of Teen HQ

One eventual winner: the first-ever Queen of Teen Louise Rennison

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