Award History
| Award | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Caldecott Medal | 2023 | Winner |
About This Book
A little dog in New York City is hot and overwhelmed—but his human companion takes him to the beach for a perfect summer escape. Salati's vivid illustrations move from searing oranges to cool greens and blues. Winner of the 2023 Caldecott Medal.
About the Author
Doug Salati is an American author and illustrator who won the 2023 Caldecott Medal for *Hot Dog*, his author-illustrator debut, which tells the story of a hot, overwhelmed New York City dog who finds solace at the beach. He holds an MFA from the School of Visual Arts and was a 2015 Sendak Fellow. He teaches at SVA and is studiomates with fellow Caldecott laureates Sophie Blackall and Brian Floca.
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