The list is supplied as information for authors and self publishers interested in pursuing awards and citations as a means to. Benu press is an independent press committed to publishing poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction. James minter lists 50 awards that welcome indie authors. The awards are intended to bring increased recognition to the thousands of exemplary independent, university, and selfpublished titles published each year. We are americas premiere independent book publishing services firm and have achieved this status through a. Since 1997, the independent publisher book awards have been recognizing the best independently published books each year read more about the history of the ippys. The axiom business book awards are intended to bring increased recognition to exemplary business books and their creators, with the understanding that business people are an informationhungry segment of the populati. Independent publisher independent publisher book awards living. Nine days later, we won another gold medal, this time at the next generation indie book awards. Book awards grab the attention of bookstores, publishers, libraries and readers, which can translate into increased sales. Entries are limited to independently indie published books, including those from small presses, e book publishers, and selfpublished authors.
Last fall and winter, we entered book design made simple in some independent publishing book award contests. Winning publishers are a diverse group, hailing from 28 u. With hundreds of thousands of selfpublished books hitting the shelves every year, indie authors need to find a way to stand out. Independent publishers of new england book award for informational nonfiction 2017. All independent publishers are eligible, ranging from selfpublished authors to major university presses. If you place in our contest you will be able to add your readers favorite award seal to your book and all other marketing materials as well as identify your book as an award winning book and you as an award winning author. States, three canadian provinces, and five countries overseas. The rubery prize is a prestigious international book award seeking the best books by indie writers, self published authors and books published by independent presses, judged by reputable judges. Independent publisher book awards living now book awards moonbeam. The axiom business book awards are the largest and most respected critical guidepost for business books in todays new world of publishing. Book awards for selfpublished authors the book designer. The book publishing and marketing professionals of jenkins group, inc. Here are the gold, silver and bronze medalists in our 83 national categories. The independent publisher book awards, also styled the ippy awards, is a set of annual book awards for independently published titles.
Christian indie awards honoring independent authors and. Superflex takes on brain eater and the team of unthinkables by stephanie. This contest is for lifestyle, homestyle, personal development and wellness books. Listed below are the moonbeam spirit award winners, followed by the 2019. We believe in the transformative power of literature. In midapril, we got word that our book had won gold at the independent publisher ippy book awards. Out of the many book awards that are held around the world every year there are a number that are organized for independent and self publishing authors in particular. Before the fancy party at book expo and the welldressed winners arrive to accept their awards, the independent publisher book awards ippys is a labor of love nearly a year in the making. The annual best indie book award or biba is an international literary award contest recognizing outstanding indie authors.
Independent publishers of new england book award winners. Use the pages below to browse these incredible books. Standing strong, by gary robinson book publishing co. The independent book publishing professionals group ibppg is an organization that aims to promote professional standards in independent book publishing also known as indie book publishing, and provide support and recognition for the independent book publishing profession ibppg cosponsors the next generation indie book awards, the largest notforprofit book awards. This award was previously named christian small publisher book of the year award sign up to receive updates to stay uptodate about the award. Creative writing is such a key part of life for those who enjoy writing yet it is increasingly difficult to become traditionally published. To the right are helpful links and resources regarding book awards. The ippy conducted annually, the independent publisher book awards honor the years best independently published titles from around the world. While some competitions refuse to allow entries from self publishers, british novelist james minter, with generosity typical of the indie scene, shares a list of awards whichwelcome indie authors along with compelling reasons for entering. The next generation indie book awards are the largest international awards program for independent publishers. It is the longestrunning unaffiliated contest open exclusively to independent presses. This award comes from independent book publishing professionals group ibppg in cooperation with marilyn allen of allen oshea literary agency. Witnesses to the unsolved, by edward olshaker remiel press.
For the regional, e book, and outstanding category medalists, click the links below. Jenkins group is proud to announce the results of the fourth annual, 2011 axiom business book awards, designed to honor the years best business books and their authors and publishers. Behind the scenes awards staff and a select group of judges have been working to select the finest in indie and small press publishing for months. Independent publishers of new england book award for book of the year and winner in perennial sellers 2017. Raakhee mirchandani, super satya saves the day bharat babies winner. Honoring christian books by independent authors and small publishers for outstanding contribution to christian life. Literary book awards, writing contests and literary prizes. The elit awards celebrate the ever growing market of electronic publishing in the wide variety of reader formats. Congratulations and sincere thanks to the independent authors and publishers who participated in our 21st annual, 2017 independent publisher book awards contest.
Below you will find the 2018 results press release and important links to merchandise, artwork, photos from the award ceremony. The national indie excellence awards niea is open to all english language printed books available for sale, including small presses, midsize independent publishers, university presses, and selfpublished authors. Congratulations and sincere thanks to the 2,000 independent authors and publishers who participated in the 15th annual, 2011 independent publisher book awards. These awards were selected based on their acceptance of selfpublished books. Ibpa benjamin franklin awards home ibpa book award. Please do not enter unless you have made arrangements with awards director jim barnes. The awards are intended to bring increased recognition to the thousands of exemplary independent, university, and selfpublished books released each year. When you complete your online entry, the final step in the process is printing out a copy of your entry, along with mailing. Winners and finalists in the 2019 ipne book awards were presented with their. We hosted the winners of the 23rd annual, 2019 independent publisher book awards on may 28th in new york city, celebrating their. Book awards for indie authors publish your own ebooks.
Some indie book awards are exclusively for selfpublished books in print, others for ebooks, and some accept entries for either print books or ebooks. The ippy awards judging is complete, and here is the list of winners and. Below are links and important information for independent publishers six book award contests. We hosted the winners of the 23rd annual, 2019 independent publisher book awards on may 28th in new york city, celebrating their incredible work with 300 medalists and guests. Listed below are the moonbeam spirit award winners, followed by the 2017. Any independent or small press author can submit books in. Including them here should not be taken as an endorsement of the competition or its sponsors. Living now book awards are open to authors, illustrators, and publishers worldwide of books written in english and intended for the north american. Independent publisher independent publisher book awards living now book.
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