The Young Readers Choice Award is an annual award that encourages children and teens to read by allowing them to vote for their favorite books. It is designed for readers in grades 4 through 12 and features a selection of books from various genres. The award aims to promote literacy and a love for reading among young audiences. Books nominated for the award are chosen based on their popularity and appeal to young readers. The award is organized by the Pacific Northwest Library Association and has been celebrating outstanding children's literature since its inception in 1940.