The New York Times Best Illustrated Books of 2016 by TacomaLibrary_Kids November 16, 2016 The New York Times, opens a new window has announced their picks for the best illustrated books of 2016. And the winners are... The Cat From Hunger Mountain The Dead Bird Freedom in Congo Square Little Red The Polar Bear Preaching to the Chickens The Princess and the Warrior The Tree in the Courtyard A Voyage in the Clouds