More than 6,000 children across Flanders took part in local groups reading the nominated books before choosing the winners. Flemish culture minister Joke Schauvliege was present to hand out awards to:

• under 6: Meneer René by Leo Timmers

• 6-8 years: Ridder Muis by Dirk Nielandt, illustrated by Marjolein Pottie

• 8-10 years: Sofie en de pinguins by Edward van de Vendel, illustrated by Floor de Goede and Ype Willem

• 10-12 years: Verdwijnkind by Bies van Ede

• 12-14 years: Elfenblauw: de vallei van de Goden by Johan Vandevelde

• over 14: Galgenmeid by Jean-Claude van Rijckeghem and Pat van Beirs