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The 21st Annual "Best Book" Awards
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Full Results Listing by Category

Congratulations to all of the Winners & Finalists
of the 2024 Best Book Awards!

All Finalists are of equal merit, listed alphabetically.




Animals/Pets: General

Winner
Healing Wisdom for Pet Loss: An Animal Lover's Guide to Grief by Anne Marie Farage-Smith
She Writes Press

Finalist
CATS by Pamela Wallin
RE: Books

Finalist
Finding Grace by Larry Randolph & Jennifer Marshall Bleakley
Tyndale

Finalist
From Harm to Healing: Sanctuary Stories of Rescue, Resilience, and Recovery by Ruth Montiel Arias and Liz Tyson
Lantern Publishing

Finalist
Sacred Wild: The Spiritual World of Animals, Including Pets, and its Interconnectedness with Ours by Miki Jacobs
KDP

Finalist
THE HUMAN CANINE CONNECTION: Enriching Your Life by Loving Your Dog by Dwaine AJ Whogoes
Directliving Publishing Company


Animals/Pets: Narrative Nonfiction

Winner
Finding Grace by Larry Randolph & Jennifer Marshall Bleakley
Tyndale

Finalist
Dog at the Tinsel Tree: Susie's Story by Denise Lee Branco
Strolling Hills Publishing, LLC

Finalist
From Harm to Healing: Sanctuary Stories of Rescue, Resilience, and Recovery by Ruth Montiel Arias and Liz Tyson
Lantern Publishing

Finalist
My One-Eyed, Three-Legged Therapist: How My Cat Clio Saved Me by Kathy M. Finley
Purdue University Press


Anthologies: Nonfiction

Winner
Becoming Brave Together: Heroic, Extraordinary, Caregiving Stories from Mothers Hidden in Plain Sight by We Are Brave Together
The Unknown Authors Club

Finalist
"Women Speak" Volume Nine edited by Kari Gunter-Seymour
Sheila Na Gig Editions

Finalist
Absolute Will by Jo Pronger Faulkner
Boondocks Publishing

Finalist
Friends of Friends of Friends: Defining and Building Community edited and illustrated by Lee Fearnside
Chimera Projects LLC

Finalist
Mission Hope Volume 2, Inspirational Stories of Faith and Triumph by Char Murphy and co-authors
BelieveInspire/Motivation Champs Publishing

Finalist
Rudy Wiebe: Essays on His Works edited by Bianca Lakoseljac
Guernica Editions

Finalist
The Spirit Within by Antoinette Pellegrini
We Inspire Now Books


Art

Winner
Artists Remaking Medicine by Emily F. Peters
Procedure Press

Finalist
Creative Flow: Tap and Express Your Juicy Essence by Jenny Hahn
Creative Nectar Publishing

Finalist
The Global Rules of Art by Larissa Buchholz
Princeton University Press


Autobiography/Memoir

Winner
Fifty-seven Fridays: Losing Our Daughter, Finding Our Way by Myra L. Sack
Monkfish Publishing

Finalist
American Shield: The Immigrant Sergeant who Defended Democracy by Aquilino Gonell and Susan Shapiro
Counterpoint Press

Finalist
An Impossible Life: A True Story of Hope & Mental Illness by Rachael Siddoway and Sonja Wasden
A Possible Life, LLC

Finalist
Everywhere I Look by Ona Gritz
Apprentice House Press/Loyola University

Finalist
NERVOUS: Essays on Heritage and Healing by Jen Soriano
Amistad/Harper Collins

Finalist
Once Upon a Villa by Andrew Kaplan
Smugglers Lane Press

Finalist
Reality Check: Making the Best of The Situation – How I Overcame Addiction, Loss, and Prison by Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino with Andy Symonds
Ballast Books


Best Cover Design: Fiction

Winner
The Tea Wasn't Always Sweet by F. Diane Pickett
Amazon

Finalist
Codex by Lisa Towles
Indies United Publishing House

Finalist
Do Unto Others by Mark Jenkins
Independently Published

Finalist
The Last Word: A Deadly Deadlines Mystery by Gerri Lewis
Crooked Lane Books

Finalist
The Rabbit Princess: The Spirit Sword by R. Chen
Osani Studios, Inc.


Best Cover Design: Nonfiction

Winner
The Tell by Jia Apple
Awaken Village Press

Finalist
Good Awkward: How to Embrace the Embarrassing and Celebrate the Cringe to Become The Bravest You by Henna Pryor
Ideapress Publishing

Finalist
Inner Field Trip: 30 Days of Personal Exploration, Collective Liberation, and Generational Healing by Leesa Renée Hall
Row House Publishing

Finalist
Love Is!: A Journey of Grief, Grace and Gratitude by Frank M. Hasel
Cascade Books, an imprint of Wipf and Stock

Finalist
The Art of Being an Artist: 150 days Inside a Painter's Art Studio by Bianca Berends
Amazon KDP

Finalist
The New American Anti-Semitism: The Left, the Right, and the Jews by Benjamin Ginsberg
Independent Institute

Finalist
Wild Moon Healing Revolution by Donna S. Conley
Independently Published


Best Interior Design

Winner
Non-Obvious Thinking: How to See What Others Miss by Rohit Bhargava and Ben duPont
Ideapress Publishing

Finalist
Conversations with Psyche: A Dreamer's Guide to Soul-Stirring Creativity by Victoria Rabinowe
Bright Shadow Press

Finalist
Looking For Legends by Scott and Tarantino
Whole Wide World Publishing

Finalist
Lucas and Emily's Animal Adventure by Dave Grunenwald
Halo Publishing International


Best New Fiction

Winner
Not Yours to Keep by Zelly Ruskin
She Writes Press

Finalist
180 Days by Alfredo Botello
Koehler Books

Finalist
Anela's Club by D. K. Yamashiro
Koehler Books

Finalist
The Immigrant's Wife by JB Harris
Sunbury Press

Finalist
The Unshatterables by Miranda Faye Dillon
Koehler Books

Finalist
We Were The Bullfighters by Marianne K. Miller
Dundurn Press Ltd.

Finalist
What Lies We Keep by Janet Roberts
Ten 16 Press


Best New Nonfiction

Winner
TUNE IN: How to Make Smarter Decisions in a Noisy World by Nuala Walsh
Harriman House

Finalist
Artificial: A Love Story by Amy Kurzweil
Catapult

Finalist
Creative Flow: Tap and Express Your Juicy Essence by Jenny Hahn
Creative Nectar Publishing

Finalist
Everywhere I Look by Ona Gritz
Apprentice House Press/Loyola University

Finalist
Journey of Awakening and Higher Consciousness by Jane Kim Yu
Absolute Author Publishing House

Finalist
Message in the Bottle: A Guide to Tasting Wine by Tim Gaiser, MS
Networlding Publishing

Finalist
Palmetto Pioneers: The Emigrants by Cindy Roe Littlejohn
Independently Published


Biography

Winner
Richard Nixon: California's Native Son by Paul Carter
Potomac Books

Finalist
Self-Destruction: The rise, fall, and redemption of U.S. Senator Daniel B. Brewster by John W. Frece
Apprentice House Press

Finalist
Temple Made: Profiles in Grit by Ronnyjane Goldsmith
History PR

Finalist
The Reader's Companion to the World of Jane Austen (Illustrated) by Joe Giampaolo
Independently Published

Finalist
Transhuman Citizen: Zoltan Istvan's Hunt for Immortality by Ben Murnane
Changemakers Books

Finalist
Watergate's Unexpected Hero: The Life of Peter W. Rodino Jr. by Lawrence Spinelli
Amplify Publishing


Business: Careers

Winner
Dare to Be Naive: How to Find Your True Self in a Noisy World by Joshua Berry
Ideapress Publishing

Finalist
5 Actions of Positive Accountability: Strategies for Highly Effective Leaders to Influence a Positive Workplace Culture by Paulette Ashlin, John Kello PhD
Authority Publishing

Finalist
Becoming Fearless: 65 Strategies to Journey from Self-Doubt to Self-Mastery by Dr. Benjamin Ritter
Live for Yourself Consulting LLC

Finalist
Fine Dining: The Secrets Behind the Restaurant Industry by Jack Rasmussen
New Degree Press

Finalist
Mastering Inductive Reasoning Tests: For Corporate Recruitment Purposes by Georgios Kalogiannidis
Independently Published

Finalist
Own Your Work Journey! The Path to Meaningful Work and Happiness in the Age of Smart Technology and Radical Change by Edward D. Hess
Independently Published

Finalist
WINX for Employees: The Problem-Solving Model to Unlock Workplace Success by Irma Parone
WINX Publishing


Business: Communications/Public Relations

Winner
The Powerful Publicity Prescription: Harness the Power of Public Relations to Become a Sought-After Global Industry Expert by Lilian Sue
In Retrospect Writing Services


Business: Entrepreneurship & Small Business

Winner
The Illusion of Innovation: Escape "Efficiency" and Unleash Radical Progress by Elliott Parker
Ideapress Publishing

Finalist
Billion Dollar Bullseye: Scale as big as you want, as fast as you want, and exit (if you want) on your terms by Jonathan Cronstedt
Think Twice Books

Finalist
Digital Threads: The Small Business and Entrepreneur Playbook for Digital First Marketing by Neal Schaffer
PDCA Social

Finalist
Female Founders' Playbook: Insights from the Superwomen Who Have Made It by Anne Boden
Kogan Page

Finalist
Marketing Magic by Manuel Suarez
AGM® Press

Finalist
Sail to Scale: Steer Your Startup Clear of Mistakes from Launch to Exit by Mona Sabet, Heather Jerrehian, and Maria Fernandez Guajardo
How2Conquer, an imprint of White Deer Publishing, LLC

Finalist
VALUEPRENEURS: The New Rules for Building Products, Growing Your Business, and Achieving Your Entrepreneurial Dream by Steve Waddell, MBA, PMP
RosenThor Publishing


Business: General

Winner
Talent Acquisition Excellence: Using Digital Capabilities and Analytics to Improve Recruitment by Bas van de Haterd and Kevin Wheeler
Kogan Page

Finalist
Briefly Speaking (deluxe 3-book set) by Deborah Shames and David Booth
Executive Highpoint Publishing

Finalist
Passion Struck: Twelve Powerful Principles to Unlock Your Purpose and Ignite Your Most Intentional Life by John R. Miles
Post Hill Press

Finalist
Pivotal: Creating Stability in an Uncertain World by Stephen M. Shapiro
Amplify Publishing Group

Finalist
The 80/20 CEO: Take Command of Your Business in 100 Days by Bill Canady
Koehler Books

Finalist
The Mentally Strong Leader: Build the Habits to Productively Regulate Your Emotions, Thoughts and Behaviors by Scott Mautz
Peakpoint Press (Skyhorse Publishing)

Finalist
What Lights You Up?: Illuminate Your Path and Take the Next Big Step in Your Career by Mary Olson-Menzel
Wiley; 1st Edition


Business: Management & Leadership

Winner
We Can't Talk About That at Work! How to Talk About Race, Religion, Politics, and Other Polarizing Topics by Mary-Frances Winters and Mareisha N. Reese
Berrett-Koehler Publishers

Finalist
Going on Offense: A Leader's Playbook for Perpetual Innovation by Behnam Tabrizi
Ideapress Publishing

Finalist
I Respectfully Disagree by Justin Jones-Fosu
Berrett-Koehler Publishers

Finalist
Leadership Is Worthless…But Leading Is Priceless by Thom Mayer, MD
Berrett-Koehler Publishers

Finalist
Leading Impactful Teams: Achieving Low-Stress Success in Project Management by James Louttit
De Gruyter

Finalist
Seeking Fairness at Work: Cracking the New Code for Greater Employee Engagement, Retention & Satisfaction by Hanna Hasl-Kelchner, MBA, JD
Smart Direction Press (a division of Business M.O., LLC)

Finalist
The Mentally Strong Leader: Build the Habits to Productively Regulate Your Emotions, Thoughts and Behaviors by Scott Mautz
Peakpoint Press (Skyhorse Publishing)


Business: Marketing & Advertising

Winner
Digital Threads: The Small Business and Entrepreneur Playbook for Digital First Marketing by Neal Schaffer
PDCA Social

Finalist
Content Marketing Strategy: Harness the Power of Your Brand's Voice by Robert Rose
Kogan Page

Finalist
Cultural Intelligence for Marketers: Building an Inclusive Marketing Strategy by Dr. Anastasia Kārkliņa Gabriel
Kogan Page

Finalist
LOYALNOMICS™: The Power of Branding by Kim D. Rozdeba
Rozdeba Brand & Co.

Finalist
Make a Big Impact with Your Book: Author Marketing Strategies for Long-Tern Success by Melanie Herschorn
Mission Possible Media

Finalist
Organic Social Media: How to Build Flourishing Online Communities by Jenny Li Fowler
Kogan Page

Finalist
The Second-Best Business Book Ever Written: The Pursuit of Thought Leadership in Sales, Marketing, and Life by Tom Marks
An Inc Original (Inc Magazine)


Business: Motivational

Winner
Passion Struck: Twelve Powerful Principles to Unlock Your Purpose and Ignite Your Most Intentional Life by John R. Miles
Post Hill Press

Finalist
Fierce Resilience: Combating Workplace Stress One Conversation at a Time by Edward Beltran
Berrett-Koehler Publishers

Finalist
Marketing Magic by Manuel Suarez
AGM® Press

Finalist
The Creative Way Forward: A Guide for Navigating Change in Work and Life by Jen Martin
Fast Company Press

Finalist
The Mentally Strong Leader: Build the Habits to Productively Regulate Your Emotions, Thoughts and Behaviors by Scott Mautz
Peakpoint Press (Skyhorse Publishing)

Finalist
The Power of Conscious Connection: 4 Habits to Transform How You Live and Lead by Talia Fox
Ideapress Publishing


Business: Personal Finance/Investing

Winner
Investing in U.S. Financial History: Understanding the Past to Forecast the Future by Mark J. Higgins CFA, CFP®
Greenleaf Book Group Press

Finalist
Money Confident Girls: A Parents Roadmap to Raising Financially Confident Children (From Toddlers to Teens) by Julina Ogilvie
Publish Your Purpose

Finalist
Retire Secure for Professors and TIAA Participants by James Lange
Independently Published

Finalist
Wealth Your Way: A Simple Path To Financial Freedom by Cosmo P. DeStefano
Houndstooth, an imprint of Scribe Media


Business: Real Estate

Winner
The New American Dream: A Simple Roadmap to Purchasing Investment Properties by Steven Andrews
Tasfil Publishing LLC

Finalist
Take Action: Secrets to Becoming an Everyday Millionaire with Real Estate by Anthony Joseph
Authority Publishing


Business: Reference

Winner
Billion Dollar Bullseye: Scale as big as you want, as fast as you want, and exit (if you want) on your terms by Jonathan Cronstedt
Think Twice Books

Finalist
39 Ways To Make Training Stick: What To Do After Trainees Leave The Room by Chris Fenning
Alignment Group Ltd

Finalist
Racial Justice at Work: Practical Solutions for Systemic Change by Mary-Frances Winters and The Winters Group Team
Berrett-Koehler Publishers

Finalist
The Knowledge Management Memory Jogger by Cynthia J. Young
GOAL/QPC

Finalist
The Start of All Things Good: A Complete Guide to Building Your Business by Danielle Billetz-Reppert
Dragonfly Farms Publishing

Finalist
TUNE IN: How to Make Smarter Decisions in a Noisy World by Nuala Walsh
Harriman House


Business: Sales

Winner
The Power of Value Selling: The Gold Standard To Drive Revenue and Create Customers for Life by Julie Thomas
Wiley

Finalist
The Second-Best Business Book Ever Written: The Pursuit of Thought Leadership in Sales, Marketing, and Life by Tom Marks
An Inc Original (Inc Magazine)


Business: Technology

Winner
Decoding the Metaverse: Expand Your Business Using Web3 by Chris Duffey
Kogan Page

Finalist
Enterprise: GENERATIVE AI Well Architected Framework & Patterns by Suvoraj Biswas
PACKT

Finalist
Power of Surge: Five Ways to Supercharge Your B2B Software Business and Unleash Hidden Value by Holly Rollo
Advantage Media Group

Finalist
Prompting Originality: The A.I. Handbook for Humans by Norty Cohen and Delaney Ehrhardt
Ideapress Publishing

Finalist
Responsible AI: Implement on Ethical Approach in your Organization by Olivia Gambelin
Kogan Page

Finalist
STRATEGIES FOR HIGHER THINKING: Optimizing Our Lives by Embracing AI by Dwaine AJ Whogoes
Directliving Publishing Company


Business: Writing/Publishing

Winner
Make a Big Impact with Your Book: Author Marketing Strategies for Long-Tern Success by Melanie Herschorn
Mission Possible Media

Finalist
Author-Preneur Blueprint by Tenaria Drummond-Smith
HOV Publishing


Children's Educational

Winner
BE A SCRIBE! Working for a Better Life in Ancient Egypt by Michael Hoffen
Callaway

Finalist
Archer the Therapy Dog: A Read Together Book by Katie Baron
Pandamonium Publishing House

Finalist
Choo! Choo! Choo!: The Train at the Zoo by Kathleen Welton, illustrated by Tamara Joubert
Blue Balloon Books

Finalist
First Ladies Make History by Anita McBride and Giovanna McBride, illustrated by John Hutton
White House Historical Association

Finalist
Kimi and the Wise Owl's Secret: A Magical Tale of Friendship, Learning and Growing (Growup Smarter Kids) by Julie Leconte
Growup Smarter

Finalist
Our Choices by Dr. Chisato Hotta
Barnes & Noble Press

Finalist
Pebbles and the Biggest Number by Joey Benun
Independently Published


Children's Fiction

Winner
Time Traveling Through Yellowstone National Park: The Adventures of Bubba Jones by Jeff Alt
Beaufort Books

Finalist
Ben & Blue: Searching for Lucky #3002 by Ellen Melissa Cohen
Red Chair Press

Finalist
In My Daddy's Shoes by Jules Bloom
Tri-Production Publishing

Finalist
Just Like Click by Sandy Grubb
Fitzroy Books/Regal House Publishing

Finalist
The Rabbit Princess: The Spirit Sword by R. Chen
Osani Studios, Inc.

Finalist
Together by Jere Silber
Morgan's Magical Media

Finalist
Where Nopalitos Grow by Irma L. Hersel
Independently Published


Children's Mind/Body/Spirit

Winner
Jisel's Gifts: An Inspiring True Story of Empathy, Kindness, and Giving Back to the Community by Angela Russ-Ayon
Russ InVision Co.

Finalist
Belle And Chloe-Reflections In The Mirror by Isabela Sardas, Ph.D.
Archway Publishing

Finalist
Blue Bruce the Christmas Spruce by Amy Lauren Miller
Whistling Girl Press

Finalist
Cam Creates a Hero by Dagmara Sitek
édition contes de courage Dagmara Sitek

Finalist
Taming Wild Horses by Christian Pierre and John Bing
Pierre Bing Press

Finalist
Tex the Explorer and The Jared Box Project by Ellie Smith
KDP Publishers

Finalist
The Power of a Flower by Ann Marie Hannon
Pelican Book Media


Children's Nonfiction

Winner
First Ladies Make History by Anita McBride and Giovanna McBride, illustrated by John Hutton
White House Historical Association

Finalist
BE A SCRIBE! Working for a Better Life in Ancient Egypt by Michael Hoffen
Callaway

Finalist
Color Me Culture: Explore Paris by Severine Chanay-Savoyen
Rainbows Publishing, LLC

Finalist
True Orangutan Tales From Borneo: Herbie, His Pals & Me by Sharon Stevens-Smith
Independently Published


Children's Novelty & Gift Book

Winner
Love Well, My Precious One by Jill Roman Lord
End Game Press

Finalist
Color Me Culture: Explore Paris by Severine Chanay-Savoyen
Rainbows Publishing, LLC

Finalist
Let Your Light So Shine: A Prayer Coloring Book by Samantha Snyder
aka Associates

Finalist
Lucas and Emily's Animal Adventure by Dave Grunenwald
Halo Publishing International

Finalist
Skinny Katie and Her Potbelly Pig Named Sadie by Paul Bullock
Independently Published

Finalist
The Big, Big Man and The Tiny Little Mouse by Paul Bullock
Independently Published

Finalist
Tongue Teasers by Dr. D.W. Knight
BD Brands, LLC / GIGGLE SPOON


Children's Picture Book: Hardcover Fiction

Winner
As Maya Grows in the Natural World by Patricia Ambinder
Independently Published

Finalist
All I Gained by Dale Maiella and Kara Shade
Grounded in Good Press

Finalist
Belle And Chloe-Reflections In The Mirror by Isabela Sardas, Ph.D.
Archway Publishing

Finalist
Bembe's Heart by Marin
Fontreal

Finalist
Brunt and Eggbert by Jeff Dorrill
Blue Ballon Books

Finalist
The NOLO: Danger in the Hills by Liz Fahey
Fuzz & Hue Press

Finalist
Too Many Pigs in the Pool by Wendy Hinote Lanier
Sleeping Bear Press


Children's Picture Book: Hardcover Nonfiction

Winner
Pebbles and the Biggest Number by Joey Benun
Independently Published

Finalist
Different, Yet Like Me: LUKE by Mary Salz
Look Beyond Publications

Finalist
Rocco Keeps the Beat!: Music at the White House by Rocco Smirne, illustrated by John Hutton
White House Historical Association

Finalist
The Prettiest Smile: Journey of a Cleft Warrior by Hannah Scott
W.H. Wax Publishing


Children's Picture Book: Softcover Fiction

Winner
Twinkle the Star Mouse by E.E. Arrendale
Independently Published

Finalist
Blue Bruce the Christmas Spruce by Amy Lauren Miller
Whistling Girl Press

Finalist
Peter's Trip to the Dentist by Latia Smith, RDH
Luminare Press

Finalist
The Adventures of Joanie & Juliet by Rishawna L. Gould
Independently Published

Finalist
The Greatest Treasure by Anne Lacourrege
Independently Published

Finalist
The Magic Sea Turtle by Kathleen Welton & illustrated by Chau Pham
Bookfox Press

Finalist
Tongue Teasers: Laugh-Along Songbook Origins - A Taste of the Poems Before the Music by Dr. D.W. Knight
Giggle Spoon


Children's Picture Book: Softcover Nonfiction

Winner
Sammy's Voyage to a New Home: True Adventures of a Small Cat Finding His Place in a Big World by Debra Siraco and Zareen Wilhelm
BrainBloom

Finalist
Jesse and Luz: A Special Friendship by A.J. Chilson
Independently Published

Finalist
Jisel's Gifts: An Inspiring True Story of Empathy, Kindness, and Giving Back to the Community by Angela Russ-Ayon
Russ InVision Co.

Finalist
True Orangutan Tales From Borneo: Herbie, His Pals & Me by Sharon Stevens-Smith
Independently Published


Children's Religious

Winner
A Kid's Book About Diwali by Chhavi Arya Bhargava
A Kids Co.

Finalist
Little Feet: Year Long Devotional For Kids by Charlotte Coles and Dixie Phillips
Independently Published

Finalist
My Name is Philomena: A Saint's Story by Fr. Peregrine Fletcher, O. Praem.
TAN Books

Finalist
Noah's Gloomy Joyful Ark by Jill Roman Lord
B & H Kids

Finalist
The Seed of Faith: A Christmas Miracle by Daniel Petronelli
Walnut Ridge Publishing Company

Finalist
The Ten Commandments: For All God's Children by Harold L. Senkbeil, illustrated by Natasha Kennedy
Lexham Press

Finalist
Who Is Our King? (A FatCat Book) by Todd R. Hains, illustrated by Natasha Kennedy
Lexham Press


Cookbooks: General

Winner
Modernist Bread at Home by Nathan Myhrvold
The Cooking Lab, LLC

Finalist
Grocery Shopping Secrets by Carol Ann Kates
Penny Lane Press of Colorado

Finalist
On Rising: Recipes and Rituals for Joyful Mornings by Deborah Johnson
Summit Street Press

Finalist
Plants For You by Diana Goldman
Somerset Publishing

Finalist
Skilletheads: A Guide to Collecting and Restoring Cast-Iron Cookware by Ashley L. Jones
Red Lightning Books

Finalist
Sweet & Savory Life by Yecenia Currie
Trilogy Publishing Company

Finalist
The Diabetes-Free Cookbook & Exercise Guide: 80 Utterly Delicious Recipes & 12 Easy Exercises to Keep Your Blood Sugar Low by Dr. John M. Poothullil, MD, FRCP with Chef Colleen Cackowski
New Insights Press


Cookbooks: Regional

Winner
Once Upon a Cocktail – West Hollywood by Katie Brightside & Sarah L.M. Mengoni
Welcome to the Brightside


Current Events

Winner
Singularity of Hope: Humanity's Role in an AI-Dominated Future by Sam Sammane
Authors On Mission

Finalist
Artificial: A Love Story by Amy Kurzweil
Catapult

Finalist
Devolution of Power: Rolling Back the Federal State to Preserve the Republic by William L. Kovacs
Paperback-Press

Finalist
The Carbon Creed: 7 Pathways to Zero by Walter L. McLeod
New Degree Press

Finalist
The New American Anti-Semitism: The Left, the Right, and the Jews by Benjamin Ginsberg
Independent Institute


Education/Academic

Winner
Gifted and Distractible: Understanding, Supporting, and Advocating for Your Twice Exceptional Child by Julie F. Skolnick
TarcherPerigee, an imprint of Penguin Random House, LLC

Finalist
39 Ways To Make Training Stick: What To Do After Trainees Leave The Room by Chris Fenning
Alignment Group Ltd

Finalist
Jump-start Your SOC Analyst Career: A Roadmap to Cybersecurity Success by Tyler Wall
Apress

Finalist
This Way to Hope: The Challenges, Hard Truths and Triumphs of Working with Critically At-Risk Students* by Donna Dukes
Optimiste Publications

Finalist
Wisest Learners (Parent Edition): Unlock the Secrets to Your Child's Academic Success by Dr. Wallace Panlilio II and Dr. Artyom Zinchenko
Digital Ventures Pte. Ltd. FZ LLC

Finalist
Your Story Starts Here: A Year on the Brink with Generation Z by Jim Zervanos
Vine Leaves Press


Fiction: African American

Winner
Mr. Jimmy From Around the Way by Jeffrey Blount
Beaufort Books

Finalist
Lost Seeds – The Beginning by Teresa M. Sebastian
Dominion Asset Publishing

Finalist
Lost Seeds – The Legacy by Teresa M. Sebastian
Dominion Asset Publishing

Finalist
Saving Raine by Marian L. Thomas
L.B. Publishing

Finalist
The Price We Pay by Nikku T. Anthony
PTP Press


Fiction: Anthology

Winner
The Talent: Stories of Authors and Artists edited by Kristine Somerville and Speer Morgan
TMR Books

Finalist
Whatever Happened to Hansel and Gretel? edited by Kim Kovach
Fathom Publishing


Fiction: Cross-Genre

Winner
Leaning on Air by Cheryl Grey Bostrom
Tyndale

Finalist
Between Heaven and Hell: Genesis by Brandon M. Davis
Independently Published

Finalist
Magical Midnight by Catherine Lanigan
Cat Nolen Publishing

Finalist
Raven Seeker by JS Murphy
Independently Published

Finalist
Talisman: Gifts of the Shavtal by Toni Yap
Atmosphere Press

Finalist
The Guild Master's Daughter by Geneva Price
Geneva Price LLC

Finalist
With Love, From Planet B by Zaayin Salaam, MD
Gaia Publishing LLC


Fiction: Fantasy

Winner
The Others: Book 1 in The Council Trilogy by Evette Davis
SparkPress

Finalist
Do You Believe in Magic? by Jim Melvin
Independently Published

Finalist
Johnny Lycan & The Last Witchfinder (Book 3 of the Werewolf PI) by Wayne Turmel
Black Rose Writing

Finalist
Meddling Mages by S.G. Blaise
Lilac Grove Entertainment

Finalist
Servant by Patrick R. Field
The Wild Rose Press

Finalist
The Exiled Queen: A Roman Era Historical Fantasy by Roxana Arama
Dhawosia Publishing

Finalist
There Is No Death in Finding Nemo by Jeffrey M. Feingold
Impspired Press


Fiction: General

Winner
Leaning on Air by Cheryl Grey Bostrom
Tyndale

Finalist
Devil's Defense: A Fischer-at-Law Novel by Lori B. Duff
She Writes Press

Finalist
Doorman Wanted by Glenn R. Miller
Koehler Books

Finalist
King of Nod by Scott Fad
River Grove Books

Finalist
Secrets of Ash by Josh Green
The Sager Group

Finalist
Trigger Warning by Robert Klose
Open Books

Finalist
WHITE by Aviva Rubin
RE: Books


Fiction: Historical

Winner
House of Honor: The Heist of Caravaggio's Nativity by Margaret Ann Philbrick
Ambassador International

Finalist
Lone Tree Claim: On the Dakota Frontier by CK Van Dam
Pasque Publishing

Finalist
The Arsenic Eater's Wife by Tonya Mitchell
Bloodhound Books

Finalist
The Immigrant's Wife by JB Harris
Sunbury Press

Finalist
The Protector: A Medieval Romance by Kathryn Le Veque
Kathryn Le Veque Novels, Inc.

Finalist
The Sky Club by Terry Roberts
Turner Publishing Company

Finalist
Veil of Doubt by Sharon Virts
Girl Friday Books


Fiction: Horror

Winner
The Inhabitants by Beth Castrodale
Regal House Publishing

Finalist
Ascent of a Vengeful Woman (Book 2-Uncovered Darkness Series) by Ashon Ruffins
Dreadful Times Press

Finalist
Descent of a Broken Man (Book 1-Uncovered Darkness Series) by Ashon Ruffins
Dreadful Times Press

Finalist
Fear Not The Dead by Brad Ricks
Unveiling Nightmares

Finalist
Ghost of the Gray by J. Jones
Independently Published

Finalist
Separate by Alan and Sairung Wright
Koehler Books

Finalist
Vicarious by Chloe Spencer
Slashic Horror Press


Fiction: Inspirational

Winner
It Could Be Worse by Dara Levan
Regalo Press

Finalist
Libby's Lighthouse by Susan G. Mathis
Wild Heart Books

Finalist
Running As Fast As I Can by John David Graham
Don Quixote Press

Finalist
Visible by Darlene Corbett
WordCraftsPress

Finalist
With Love, From Planet B by Zaayin Salaam, MD
Gaia Publishing LLC

Finalist
Zarathustra's Journey by Nanette V. Hucknall
Inner Journey Publishing


Fiction: LGBTQ+

Winner
The Unshatterables by Miranda Faye Dillon
Koehler Books

Finalist
A Women's Guide to Search & Rescue by Mary Carroll Moore
Riverbed Press

Finalist
All Things Beautiful by Alaina Erdell
Bold Strokes Books

Finalist
Blood Rouge by Jeza Belle
Resource Publications, an imprint of Wipf and Stock

Finalist
Istanbul Crossing by Timothy Jay Smith
Leapfrog Press

Finalist
Servant by Patrick R. Field
The Wild Rose Press

Finalist
The Taste of Her Silence by Sara Scott
Word Craft, LLC


Fiction: Literary

Winner
Daughter of a Promise by Jeanne McWilliams Blasberg
She Writes Press

Finalist
Everything Here Belongs to You by Saborna Roychowdhury
Black Rose Writing

Finalist
I Never Said I Love You by Sarah Magee
Independently Published

Finalist
It Could Be Worse by Dara Levan
Regalo Press

Finalist
Mr. Jimmy From Around the Way by Jeffrey Blount
Beaufort Books

Finalist
Southern Light, Oxford, Mississippi by Eileen Saint Lauren
Eileen Saint Lauren Books

Finalist
The Care of Strangers by Ellen Michaelson
Melville House Publishing


Fiction: Multicultural

Winner
Miss del Rio: A Novel by Bárbara Mujica
Graydon House; Original edition

Finalist
Everything Here Belongs to You by Saborna Roychowdhury
Black Rose Writing

Finalist
I Never Said I Love You by Sarah Magee
Independently Published

Finalist
Perestroika: An Eye for An Eye, A Tooth for A Tooth by João Cerqueira
8th House Publishing

Finalist
The Black Hole Pastrami by Jeffrey M. Feingold
Meat for Tea Press

Finalist
The Last Redwood Circus by Thomas Henry Pope
Independently Published

Finalist
There Is No Death in Finding Nemo by Jeffrey M. Feingold
Impspired Press


Fiction: Mystery/Suspense

Winner
Veridian Sterling Fakes It by Jennifer Gooch Hummer
Lake Union

Finalist
A Killer in the Crystal Palace by Deb Marlowe
Dragonblade Publishing

Finalist
Blind Spot by Maggie Smith
Puzzle Box Press

Finalist
Musky Run: A Northern Lakes Mystery by Jeff Nania
Feet Wet Writing

Finalist
Not Yours to Keep by Zelly Ruskin
She Writes Press

Finalist
The Goldilocks Genome by Elizabeth Reed Aden
SparkPress

Finalist
The Last Word: A Deadly Deadlines Mystery by Gerri Lewis
Crooked Lane Books


Fiction: New Age

Winner
High Priestess and Empress, Book Two, Arcana Oracle Series by Susan Wands
SparkPress

Finalist
Stone Soup by E.B. Mann
Araby Press

Finalist
The Monarchs by Mark Sabbas
Koehler Books

Finalist
With Love, From Planet B by Zaayin Salaam, MD
Gaia Publishing LLC


Fiction: Novella

Winner
I Have Lived by Douglas Lanzo
Ambassador International

Finalist
Marked by R. M. Krogman
Dragonkeeper Press

Finalist
Myrmaiden by R. M. Krogman
Dragonkeeper Press

Finalist
Resurgius, a Sex Comedy by E.M. Schorb
Hill House New York

Finalist
The Chemist by J. Carol Nemeth
Winged Publications


Fiction: Novellette

Winner
Truth and Evil: A Historical Fiction Novelette Set During WW2 by G. Edward Martin
G. Edward Martin Books

Finalist
The Ark and the Whale by James Fulmer
Kindle Direct Publishing


Fiction: Religious

Winner
And Their Numbers Grew by Naomi Craig and Donna E. Lane
Bear's Place Publishing

Finalist
Death Goes to School by J. Carol Nemeth
Winged Publications

Finalist
If It's Free, I Can't Afford It by J. Jones
Independently Published

Finalist
Truth and Evil: A Historical Fiction Novelette Set During WW2 by G. Edward Martin
G. Edward Martin Books


Fiction: Romance

Winner
Leaning on Air by Cheryl Grey Bostrom
Tyndale

Finalist
Flickering Heart by Tricia LaRochelle
Flaming Heart Press

Finalist
Into the Lure of Time: Irish Time Travel Romantic Suspense (Always and Forever Book 2) by Vera Bell
Timebound Publishing

Finalist
Romance Me, Viscount by Kate Archer
Dragonblade Publishing

Finalist
This Time Around by Kimberly Packard
Abalos Publishing

Finalist
Wife by the Hour by Gail Treasure
RE: Books

Finalist
Yellow Birds by Karen Green
RE: Books


Fiction: Science Fiction

Winner
Edison on the Hood by Nadia Uddin
Apperception Press

Finalist
A Philosophy of Stars by F. P. Dorchak
Wailing Loon

Finalist
Critical Habitat by Terrence King
Penguins & Ducks Press

Finalist
Immortality: Epocalypse by David M. Martorano
WY KNOT PUBLISHING, LLC

Finalist
Quantum Consequence… Physics, Lust and Greed Series, Book 5 by Mike Murphey
Acorn Publishing, LLC

Finalist
Switching Tracks: Out of the Trash (Train Hoppers Book One) by Lena Gibson
Black Rose Writing

Finalist
The Infinet Directives by John Akers
Tech Noir Press


Fiction: Short Story

Winner
The Unshatterables by Miranda Faye Dillon
Koehler Books

Finalist
Little Fortified Stories by Barbara Black
Caitlin Press

Finalist
My Neighbors, Goodlife, Mississippi by Eileen Saint Lauren
Eileen Saint Lauren Books

Finalist
The Black Hole Pastrami by Jeffrey M. Feingold
Meat for Tea Press

Finalist
The Death of Weinberg: Poems and Stories by Walter Weinschenk
Kelsay Books

Finalist
There Is No Death in Finding Nemo by Jeffrey M. Feingold
Impspired Press

Finalist
Who's Going To Pray For Me Now? by Niles Reddick
Big Table Publishing


Fiction: Thriller/Adventure

Winner
The Blue Bar by Damyanti Biswas
Thomas & Mercer

Finalist
Critical Habitat by Terrence King
Penguins & Ducks Press

Finalist
Deadly Depths by John F. Dobbyn
Oceanview Publishing

Finalist
Devil's Defense: A Fischer-at-Law Novel by Lori B. Duff
She Writes Press

Finalist
Switching Tracks: Out of the Trash (Train Hoppers Book One) by Lena Gibson
Black Rose Writing

Finalist
The Treasure of Tundavala Gap (A Mateus de Silva Adventure) by Jeffrey K. Schmoll
Koehler Publishing

Finalist
The Water Factor: A Rightfully Mine Novel by Marilynne Eichinger
MEZR Press


Fiction: Visionary

Winner
Bride of the Tornado by James Kennedy
Quirk Books

Finalist
Goode Vibrations of the Wresting Place by Amy Safford
Saco River Books

Finalist
Iago's Penumbra by Rose Guildenstern
Schiffer Publishing

Finalist
Magical Midnight by Catherine Lanigan
Cat Nolen Publishing

Finalist
Of the Noble and Great Ones by H.D. Logic
Independently Published

Finalist
The Timepiece Legacy: Book One of the Timepiece Series by Kevin D. Miller
Independently Published

Finalist
With Love, From Planet B by Zaayin Salaam, MD
Gaia Publishing LLC


Fiction: Western

Winner
Scorched Earth by Donna E. Lane
Bear's Place Publishing

Finalist
American Cowboys by Aaron C. Rhodes
Rhiannyn Aubree Publishing

Finalist
Covering Grace by Davalynn Spencer
Wilson Creek Publishing

Finalist
Ghost of the Gray by J. Jones
Independently Published

Finalist
The Heart Beneath the Badge: A Novel by George T. Arnold
Speaking Volumes

Finalist
White Gold by Micheal E. Jimerson
Elwood Jimerson Farms L.L.C.

Finalist
Wyandotte Bound by George T. Arnold
Speaking Volumes


Fiction: Women's Fiction

Winner
It Could Be Worse by Dara Levan
Regalo Press

Finalist
Daughter of a Promise by Jeanne McWilliams Blasberg
She Writes Press

Finalist
Family Ties Family Lies by Jacqueline Boulden
Pine Place Press

Finalist
Leaning on Air by Cheryl Grey Bostrom
Tyndale

Finalist
Not Yours to Keep by Zelly Ruskin
She Writes Press

Finalist
The Gift by C. D'Angelo
Independently Published

Finalist
The Roof Above by Gail Dwyer
Black Rose Writing


Fiction: Young Adult

Winner
Anela's Club by D. K. Yamashiro
Koehler Books

Finalist
A Tissue of Lies by Mike Nemeth
Nemo Writes, LLC

Finalist
Blood Divided by Katie Keridan
SparkPress

Finalist
Do You Believe in Magic? by Jim Melvin
Independently Published

Finalist
Marking Time by Tasha Christensen
Monson Press

Finalist
The Accidental Boyfriend by Lori Freeland
Lavender Latte Press

Finalist
The Witchfinder's Sacrifice by Rande Goodwin
Greenleaf Book Group Press


Health: Addiction & Recovery

Winner
Reality Check: Making the Best of The Situation – How I Overcame Addiction, Loss, and Prison by Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino with Andy Symonds
Ballast Books

Finalist
Curious: A Foster Mom's Discovery of an Unexpected Solution to Drugs and Addiction by Christina Dent
Throne Publishing Group


Health: Aging/50+

Winner
The Greatest Burden The Greatest Love: Caregiving stories of hope, humility, and love by Mark J. Resnick, Alan E. Rubel, Michael D. Tenaglia
Independently Published

Finalist
A Cup of Tea on the Commode: My Multi-Tasking Adventures of Caring for Mom. And How I Survived to Tell the Tale by Mark Steven Porro
WriteLife Publishing

Finalist
EVERYTHING ABOUT HAPPY LONGEVITY – EVIDENCE-BASED MEDICINE: EAST MEETS WEST by Dr. P. ALBERT CHAN
Independently Published

Finalist
The Anguish of Alzheimer's: The Years of Mom's Dementia by Ann Watt
Stillwater River Publications


Health: Alternative Medicine

Winner
The Power of Your Spine - Colored Print Edition: How Back Strength and Posture Pilots the Entire Body by Tracy L. Markley, C.P.T.
Independently Published


Health: Cancer

Winner
Race for a Remedy: The Science and Scientists behind the Next Life-Saving Cancer Medicine by Makhdum Ahmed, MD
Prometheus Books, an imprint of Globe Pequot, the trade division of The Rowman & Littlefield Publishing Group, Inc.

Finalist
Life Lessons from Darla: A courageous girl living gracefully with a terminal illness taught me to empathize and accept people with differences by Mary Salz
Look Beyond Publications


Health: Death & Dying

Winner
Love Is!: A Journey of Grief, Grace and Gratitude by Frank M. Hasel
Cascade Books, an imprint of Wipf and Stock

Finalist
Dying with Dad: Tough Talks for Easier Endings by Yvonne K. Caputo
Ingenium Books

Finalist
Grief Sucks (But Your Life Doesn't Have To) by Brooke Carlock
Mourning Coffee Press

Finalist
Life Lessons from Darla: A courageous girl living gracefully with a terminal illness taught me to empathize and accept people with differences by Mary Salz
Look Beyond Publications


Health: Diet & Exercise

Winner
The Diabetes-Free Cookbook & Exercise Guide: 80 Utterly Delicious Recipes & 12 Easy Exercises to Keep Your Blood Sugar Low by Dr. John M. Poothullil, MD, FRCP with Chef Colleen Cackowski
New Insights Press

Finalist
A Misfortunate Misfit by Karl Sebastian
Independently Published

Finalist
Eating Does It: Healing Ourselves and Our Planet with Food by Kathryn J. Pollard
Healthy Learning

Finalist
The Secret to Reversing Age by Dale Parkinson
MindStir Media


Health: General

Winner
Nothing But The Tooth: An Insider's Guide to Dental Health by Teresa Yang, DDS
Rowman & Littlefield

Finalist
Battleground Geostress: How to Recognize and Fight the Silent Killer by Robert Egby
Three Mile Point Publishing

Finalist
What's Eating Our Kids?: A Parent's Guide to Food Allergy, Intolerance, and Toxicity by Julie A. Wendt, MD, PLLC
Independently Published


Health: Psychology/Mental Health

Winner
NERVOUS: Essays on Heritage and Healing by Jen Soriano
Amistad/Harper Collins

Finalist
Bloodlines: A Memoir of Harm and Healing by Tracey Yokas
She Writes Press

Finalist
Discrepant Results in Mental Health Research: What They Mean, Why They Matter, and How They Inform Scientific Practices by Andres De Los Reyes
Oxford University Press

Finalist
Get Out Of Your Head, It's A Mess In There! by Art Dielhenn
Ultimate World Publishing

Finalist
I'm Not Okay & That's Okay: Mental Health Microskills to Deal With Life's Inevitable Struggles by Steff Du Bois, PhD
New Harbinger

Finalist
The Tunnel by Tripp Friedler
Trost Publishing

Finalist
The Vital Spark: Reclaim Your Outlaw Energies and Find Your Feminine Fire by Lisa Marchiano
Sounds True


Health: Women's Health

Winner
The Biggest Secret in Women's Health: Stigma, Indifference, Outrage, and Optimism by Sherrie Palm
POP Publishing and Distribution

Finalist
A Women's Guide to Inner Child Healing: Overcoming Trauma, Recognize Your Feelings, Learn to Let the Past Go, and Become the Best Version of Yourself by Gloria Zhang
Ulysses Press

Finalist
Absolute Will by Jo Pronger Faulkner
Boondocks Publishing

Finalist
Bloodlines: A Memoir of Harm and Healing by Tracey Yokas
She Writes Press

Finalist
Sex Boot Camp by Trina E. Read
Sensual Tastes Publishing


History: General

Winner
Lead, Follow, or Fail: The Human Struggle for Productivity, and how Nations, Organizations, and People will Prosper in our Changing World by Peter J. Brews
Ideapress Publishing

Finalist
Dam It! Electrifying America and Taming Her Waterways by Robert L. Underwood
Coloma Press

Finalist
Marginal Man: Life of Emilio Goggio by Paul Redvers Brown
Independently Published

Finalist
Nauset Light: A Personal Legacy by Mary E. Daubenspeck and Timothy H. Daubenspeck
Keeper's House Press

Finalist
Palmetto Pioneers: The Emigrants by Cindy Roe Littlejohn
Independently Published

Finalist
Self-Destruction: The rise, fall, and redemption of U.S. Senator Daniel B. Brewster by John W. Frece
Apprentice House Press

Finalist
Whittlings: The Human Condition As Experienced By F. Robert Langin by Geneva Ensign and Laurie Finer
Independently Published


History: Military

Winner
Inmates in Charge: Top Level Leadership-Lacking Vision, Corrupt, and Couldn't Be Trusted by Walter Beamon
KP Publishing Company

Finalist
Moral Injury: Shattered Wounded Broken – Bags Packed "Undeniably" Without Consent by Dr. Charlene Knight
Brave Diamond Warriors


History: United States

Winner
Blair House: The President's Guest House by William Seale
White House Historical Association

Finalist
Earth's Emergency Room: Saving Species as the Planet and Politics Get Hotter by Lowell E. Baier
Rowman & Littlefield

Finalist
Investing in U.S. Financial History: Understanding the Past to Forecast the Future by Mark J. Higgins CFA, CFP®
Greenleaf Book Group Press

Finalist
Pennsylvania Fireside Tales Volume 2 by Jeffrey R. Frazier
Sunbury Press

Finalist
Self-Destruction: The rise, fall, and redemption of U.S. Senator Daniel B. Brewster by John W. Frece
Apprentice House Press

Finalist
The Chief Rabbi's Funeral: The Untold Story of America's Largest Antisemitic Riot by Scott D. Seligman
Potomac Books (University of Nebraska Press)

Finalist
The Codex of the Endangered Species Act – Volume I: The First Fifty Years by Lowell E. Baier
Rowman & Littlefield


Humor/Comedy/Satire

Winner
Two Tickets to Paradise: From Cult to Comedy by Katie Love
Crewest Studio, Los Angeles

Finalist
An Unconditional Friendship: Messages from a Colorful Granny and an Off-Color Gay Guy by James Pauley, Jr. and Charlene Potterbaum
Take Flight Publishing, INC

Finalist
Building a Better Boomer by Neil Offen
The Paper House

Finalist
Clear As Clay: Provoking Life's Moldable Moments by Patrick Lombardi
Independently Published

Finalist
If It's Free, I Can't Afford It by J. Jones
Independently Published

Finalist
It's a Southern Thing: Life's Different Here, Y'all by Kelly Kazek
Advance Local Media/It's a Southern Thing

Finalist
The 7 Habits of Highly Dysfunctional Companies by Joel Dubin
Kindle Direct Publishing


Law

Winner
The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Handbook: A Practical Guide for Multinational General Counsel, Transactional Lawyers, and White Collar Criminal Prosecutors, Sixth Edition by Robert W. Tarun and Peter P. Tomczak
American Bar Association

Finalist
Earth's Emergency Room: Saving Species as the Planet and Politics Get Hotter by Lowell E. Baier
Rowman & Littlefield

Finalist
Killing Time with John Wayne Gacy: Defending America's Most Evil Serial Killer on Death Row by Karen Conti
Black Lyon Publishing

Finalist
The Child Catcher: A Fight for Justice and Truth by Andrew Bridge
Regalo Press

Finalist
The Codex of the Endangered Species Act – Volume I: The First Fifty Years by Lowell E. Baier
Rowman & Littlefield

Finalist
The Codex of the Endangered Species Act - Volume II: The Next Fifty Years by Lowell E. Baier, John F. Organ, and Christopher E. Segal
Rowman & Littlefield

Finalist
The Rules for Whistleblowers: A Handbook for Doing What's Right by Stephen Kohn
Lyons Press


LGBTQ+ Nonfiction

Winner
The Risk It Takes to Bloom: On Life and Liberation by Raquel Willis
St. Martin's Press

Finalist
An Ordinary Landscape of Violence: Women Loving Women in Guyana by Preity R. Kumar
Rutgers University Press

Finalist
An Unconditional Friendship: Messages from a Colorful Granny and an Off-Color Gay Guy by James Pauley, Jr. and Charlene Potterbaum
Take Flight Publishing, INC

Finalist
Gay with God: Reclaiming My Faith, Honoring My Story by Midge Noble
Publish Your Purpose

Finalist
Gender Without Identity by Avgi Saketopoulou and Ann Pellegrini
Unconscious in Translation

Finalist
Hiding for My Life: Being Gay in the Navy by Karen Solt
She Writes Press

Finalist
Just Gone: True Stories of Persecution for Love and Life by Jo DeLuzio
RE: Books


Multicultural: Nonfiction

Winner
In the Garden Behind the Moon: A Memoir of Loss, Myth, and Magic by Alexandra A. Chan
Flashpoint Books

Finalist
The Gist of Bid Whist: The Culturally Rich Card Game from Black America by Lamont Jones
Clyde Hill Publishing

Finalist
The New American Anti-Semitism: The Left, the Right, and the Jews by Benjamin Ginsberg
Independent Institute


New Age: Nonfiction

Winner
Sun Signs, Houses & Healing: Build Resilience & Transform Your Life Through Astrology by Carmen Turner Schott
Llewellyn Worldwide

Finalist
A Love Alchemist's Notebook: Magical Secrets for Drawing True Love into Your Life by Jessica Shepherd
Butterflies & Coffee

Finalist
Conversations with Psyche: A Dreamer's Guide to Soul-Stirring Creativity by Victoria Rabinowe
Bright Shadow Press

Finalist
Gods in the Game: Messages on the Awakening and Consciousness Shift by Alex Marcoux
616 Editions, an imprint of Jenness Press

Finalist
Journey of Awakening and Higher Consciousness by Jane Kim Yu
Absolute Author Publishing House

Finalist
Nine Ghosts by Mathew David Hart
Higher Path Publishing

Finalist
The Birth of an American Medium: A Memoir by James Deary
Citrine Publishing


Nonfiction: Creative

Winner
Take a Shot at Happiness: How to Write, Direct, & Produce the Life You Want by Maria Baltazzi, PhD, MFA
Post Hill Press

Finalist
Creative Flow: Tap and Express Your Juicy Essence by Jenny Hahn
Creative Nectar Publishing

Finalist
Enter the Journey: A Mystical Guide for Rebirth and Renewal by Rosanna Ienco
O-Books (collective Ink Books)

Finalist
LIFELINE: Recovering Your Mental Wellness Through Uncovering Your Creative Brilliance by Lane Gardner
Jones Media Publishing

Finalist
Navigating Shitstorms: How to Find Your True Path When Life Gets Rough by Liz Long
Greenleaf Book Group Press

Finalist
Non-Obvious Thinking: How to See What Others Miss by Rohit Bhargava and Ben duPont
Ideapress Publishing

Finalist
Surviving the Survivor by Joel Z. Waldman
Post Hill Press


Nonfiction: Cross-Genre

Winner
Deep Utopia: Life and Meaning in a Solved World by Nick Bostrom
Ideapress Publishing

Finalist
Bird's Eye View: A Tapestry of Maya Mythology, Motherhood, and Making Life Anew by Jan Capps
Koehler Books

Finalist
Eternal Love: A Poetic Pathway to God's Heart and Mind by C. Peggy Atoche
Wipf & Stock

Finalist
FOLLOWING SUNSHINE: A Voyage Around the Mind, Around the World, Around the Heart by Niamh McAnally
Black Rose Writing

Finalist
Purpose: What Evolution and Human Nature Imply about the Meaning of Our Existence by Samuel T. Wilkinson
Pegasus Books

Finalist
The Gist of Bid Whist: The Culturally Rich Card Game from Black America by Lamont Jones
Clyde Hill Publishing

Finalist
The Root of Chinese: Qigong: Secrets for Health, Longevity and Enlightenment, 3rd Edition by Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming
YMAA Publication Center


Nonfiction: General

Winner
Passion Struck: Twelve Powerful Principles to Unlock Your Purpose and Ignite Your Most Intentional Life by John R. Miles
Post Hill Press

Finalist
And She Was Never the Same Again: A Multigenerational Memoir by Natasha Pryde Trujillo, Ph.D.
Violet Echoes Press

Finalist
Purpose: What Evolution and Human Nature Imply about the Meaning of Our Existence by Samuel T. Wilkinson
Pegasus Books

Finalist
Still The Soul Survives by Pamela Goldstein
Unbreakable Bindings

Finalist
The Greatest Burden The Greatest Love: Caregiving stories of hope, humility, and love by Mark J. Resnick, Alan E. Rubel, Michael D. Tenaglia
Independently Published

Finalist
Time Served by T.L. Cromwell
K.P. Publishing Company


Nonfiction: Inspirational

Winner
When Skies Are Gray by Lindsey Henke
She Writes Press

Finalist
Solo Passage: 13 Quests, 13 Questions by Glenda Goodrich
She Writes Press

Finalist
Stop, Drop, Grow, & Glow: Forming Deeper and More Joyful Connections with Yourself and Your Children by Holly Swenson
Burning Soul Press

Finalist
The Gift of Sensitivity: The extraordinary power of emotional engagement in life and work by Elena V. Amber
Practical Inspiration

Finalist
The Guide: Survival, Warfighting, Peacemaking by Greg Munck
The Core Media Group Inc.

Finalist
The Vital Spark: Reclaim Your Outlaw Energies and Find Your Feminine Fire by Lisa Marchiano
Sounds True

Finalist
Unlimited Heart: How to Transform Your Pain Into Purpose by Jim Kaveney
Ideapress Publishing


Nonfiction: Narrative

Winner
Power of Days: A Story of Resilience, Dignity, and the Fight for Women's Equity by Celeste Mergens
BenBella Books

Finalist
An Impossible Life: A True Story of Hope & Mental Illness by Rachael Siddoway and Sonja Wasden
A Possible Life, LLC

Finalist
Cracks of Destruction: A Daughter's Search for Home by Sherrie Lancaster
Merry Dissonance Press

Finalist
Flares Up: A Story Bigger Than The Atlantic by Niamh McAnally
Pitch Publishing

Finalist
Freeing Teresa: A True Story about My Sister and Me by Franke James
The James Gang, Iconoclasts Inc.

Finalist
Rearranged: An Opera Singer's Facial Cancer and Life Transposed by Kathleen Watt
Heliotrope Books

Finalist
The Shaman's Wife: A Mystical Journey of Surrender and Self-Discovery by Alicia M. Rodriguez
She Writes Press


Novelty & Gift Book

Winner
The Official White House Christmas Ornament: Collected Stories of a Holiday Tradition, 5th Edition by Marcia Anderson
White House Historical Association

Finalist
A Photographic History of Snakebite Treatments, "Bad Medicine", Snake Oils, Potions, Elixirs and Kits by Bob Ashley, Charles F. Smith and Gordon W. Schuett
ECO Publishing

Finalist
Dog at the Tinsel Tree: Susie's Story by Denise Lee Branco
Strolling Hills Publishing, LLC

Finalist
Grocery Shopping Secrets by Carol Ann Kates
Penny Lane Press of Colorado

Finalist
Let Your Light So Shine: A Prayer Coloring Book by Samantha Snyder
aka Associates

Finalist
Lucas and Emily's Animal Adventure by Dave Grunenwald
Halo Publishing International


Parenting & Family

Winner
Building Boys: Raising Great Guys in a World that Misunderstands Males by Jennifer L.W. Fink
Rowman & Littlefield

Finalist
Cooperative Co-Parenting for Secure Kids: The Attachment Theory Guide To Raising Kids In Two Homes by Aurisha Smolarski
New Harbinger Publications

Finalist
Gifted and Distractible: Understanding, Supporting, and Advocating for Your Twice Exceptional Child by Julie F. Skolnick
TarcherPerigee, an imprint of Penguin Random House, LLC

Finalist
How to Dungeon Master Parenting: A Guidebook for Gamifying the Child-Rearing Quest, Leveling Up Your Skills, and Raising Future Adventurers by Shelly Mazzanoble
University of Iowa Press

Finalist
In the Garden Behind the Moon: A Memoir of Loss, Myth, and Magic by Alexandra A. Chan
Flashpoint Books

Finalist
It's Not About Us: A Co-parenting Survival Guide to Taking the High Road by Darlene Taylor
DYT Consultant LLC

Finalist
What's Eating Our Kids?: A Parent's Guide to Food Allergy, Intolerance, and Toxicity by Julie A. Wendt, MD, PLLC
Independently Published


Performing Arts: Film, Theater, Dance, Music

Winner
Tuned In – Memoirs of a Piano Man: Behind the Scenes with Music Legends and Finding the Artist Within by Jim Wilson
Willow Bay Media

Finalist
BOOKED, A Strong Start For Your Child Actor by Gloria Iatridis and Olivia Kate Iatridis
Friesen Press

Finalist
No Big Deal: Chasing the indie music dream in the last days of the record business by Dean Brownrout
Guernica Editions

Finalist
Rock Music, Authority and Western Culture, 1964-1980 by James A. Cosby
McFarland Books

Finalist
The Beatle Who Vanished: 60th Beatles Anniversary Tour by Jim Berkenstadt
Rock And Roll Detective® LLC

Finalist
The Firehouse Memoir, for an Entrepreneur in the Arts, from Nightclubs to Theatre, 'Twas All Showbiz to me by Dick Mueller
Camp Mueller Publishing

Finalist
The Nutcracker Chronicles: A Fairytale Memoir by Janine Kovac
She Writes Press


Photography

Winner
Grace & Grit: Boxing at Shuler's Gym by Jano Cohen and John DiSanto
Independently Published


Poetry: Anthologies

Winner
Inked Inceptions Prompted Conceptions by Valerie Lorraine
Independently Published

Finalist
Between Us, There is Verse by Kirti Vyas
Independently Published


Poetry: Chapbook

Winner
Growing Pains by Anastatia Caraballo
Finishing Line Press

Finalist
The Way Back by Russell Karrick
Slapering Hol Press


Poetry: Contemporary

Winner
Songs of Seven Days by James R. Dennis
New Beginnings, an imprint of Material Media LLC

Finalist
Bachelor Holiday by William Huhn
BlazeVOX Books

Finalist
My Lost Pages by Sneha Sabu
White Falcon Publishing

Finalist
Ode to Thought by Emil P. Asdurian
Zangak Publishing House

Finalist
The Bones in the Garden (and other things found there) by Elizabeth Michaud
Independently Published

Finalist
The Cabin at the End of the World by Douglas Cole
unsolicited Press


Poetry: General

Winner
I Say the Sky: Poems by Nadia Colburn
University Press of Kentucky

Finalist
At the Lepidopterist's House by Chelsea Woodard Southern
Indiana Review Press

Finalist
Growing Pains by Anastatia Caraballo
Finishing Line Press

Finalist
Night Talks: New & Selected Poems by Terri Kirby Erickson
Press 53

Finalist
Nimrods: a fake-punk self-hurt anti-memoir by Kawika Guillermo
Duke University Press

Finalist
Or Did You Ever See the Other Side? by Hedy Habra
Press 53

Finalist
Prairie Roots by James Lowell Hall
Shanti Arts Publishing


Poetry: Narrative

Winner
Just Give Me The Pills (the illustrated edition) by Koraly Dimitriadis
Outside The Box Press

Finalist
Nimrods: a fake-punk self-hurt anti-memoir by Kawika Guillermo
Duke University Press

Finalist
Prairie Roots by James Lowell Hall
Shanti Arts Publishing

Finalist
Text Messages from the Universe by Richard James Allen
Flying Island Books

Finalist
The Cabin at the End of the World by Douglas Cole
unsolicited Press

Finalist
The Mountain Whippoorwill or How Hill-Billy Jim Won the Great Fiddlers' Prize by Stephen Vincent Benet as told by John McEuen
Bear's Place Publishing

Finalist
Therapist's Daughter: A Memoir in Verse by Gail Cloud
Citrine Publishing


Poetry: Nature

Winner
I Say the Sky: Poems by Nadia Colburn
University Press of Kentucky

Finalist
Heaven Underfoot by Diana Woodcock
Codhill Press

Finalist
Visible Magic by Charles D. Williams
West Wind Books


Poetry: Religious

Winner
Eternal Love: A Poetic Pathway to God's Heart and Mind by C. Peggy Atoche
Wipf & Stock

Finalist
Celebrate the Joy! Poems and Reflections for the Christmas Season by Robin Halverson
ShareHisGift Publishing

Finalist
Songs of Seven Days by James R. Dennis
New Beginnings, an imprint of Material Media LLC


Poetry: Urban

Winner
The Cabin at the End of the World by Douglas Cole
unsolicited Press


Religion: Christian Inspirational

Winner
A Mission Without Borders: Why a Father and Son Risked it All for the People of Ukraine by Chad Robichaux
Thomas Nelson

Finalist
Dwell: Learning to Linger in a Fast-paced World by Lauren Hodgson
The Salvation Army USA Eastern Territory

Finalist
Hearts Ablaze: The Ripples We Create by Joan Aubele
Independently Published

Finalist
Prayerful Warrior Mom: Embracing Faith Through the Storms of Your Child's Congenital Heart Journey by Tracy A. Ripley
Independently Published

Finalist
Reflecting His Glory: Shatter the Darkness as you Shine the Light of Christ through Life's Joys and Sorrows by Kim S. Kinney
Pearls of Glory Publishing

Finalist
St. Mother Cabrini: Her Life, My Journey, and a Colorado Shrine by Patrick Francis Dillon
Steadfast Christian, LLC

Finalist
The Guide: Survival, Warfighting, Peacemaking by Greg Munck
The Core Media Group Inc.


Religion: Christianity

Winner
Curious: A Foster Mom's Discovery of an Unexpected Solution to Drugs and Addiction by Christina Dent
Throne Publishing Group

Finalist
Dwell: Learning to Linger in a Fast-paced World by Lauren Hodgson
The Salvation Army USA Eastern Territory

Finalist
For Love of the Broken Body: A Spiritual Memoir by Julia Walsh
Monkfish Publishing

Finalist
Lost the Plot: Finding Our Story in a Confusing World by David S. Wisener
Resource Publications

Finalist
Reflecting His Glory: Shatter the Darkness as you Shine the Light of Christ through Life's Joys and Sorrows by Kim S. Kinney
Pearls of Glory Publishing

Finalist
Rhythms of Resilience: Faith Practices to Thrive in Chaos by Phil Chan
Berry Powell Press

Finalist
Sidetracked to Surrender: A true story of overcoming trials and finding redemption in God's Love by Donna Bess
Selah Press Publishing


Religion: Eastern

Winner
The Contentment Dividend: Meditations for Realizing Your True Self by Michael Goddart
Clear Path Press

Finalist
Meditation for the Modern Yogi in Eight Steps by Lucy E. Johnson
Independently Published


Religion: General

Winner
Cradled in the Arms of Compassion: A Spiritual Journey from Trauma to Recovery by Frank Rogers Jr.
Lake Drive Books

Finalist
Can I Take it to Heaven? by Sandee Macgregor
Castle Quay Books

Finalist
Legacy of Darkness and Light: Our Cultural Icons and Their God Complex by Michael Gellert
Koehler Books

Finalist
So Who is God, Anyway? An Unorthodox Theory for Doubters, Skeptics, and Recovering Fundamentalists by G.S. Payne
Five Boroughs Media & Publishing, LLC

Finalist
The Magnificence of the 3 by Timeout A Taumua
Christian Faith Publishing

Finalist
The Philosopher and the Theologian, Through Asceticism, Seekers of God by Vasile Ghiuta
Independently Published

Finalist
The Truth Marches On: Book One by Boyd Holloway
JBK Publishing


Science

Winner
Information Crisis: How a Better Understanding of Science Can Help Us Face the Greatest Problems of Our Time by Julia Soplop
Hill Press

Finalist
Discrepant Results in Mental Health Research: What They Mean, Why They Matter, and How They Inform Scientific Practices by Andres De Los Reyes
Oxford University Press

Finalist
Eating Does It: Healing Ourselves and Our Planet with Food by Kathryn J. Pollard
Healthy Learning

Finalist
GATTACA HAS FALLEN: How Population Genetics Failed the Populace by Ian A. Myles
Independently Published

Finalist
Purpose: What Evolution and Human Nature Imply about the Meaning of Our Existence by Samuel T. Wilkinson
Pegasus Books

Finalist
The Codex of the Endangered Species Act - Volume II: The Next Fifty Years by Lowell E. Baier, John F. Organ, and Christopher E. Segal
Rowman & Littlefield

Finalist
The Neuroscience and Psychodynamics of Cultural Diplomacy and Public Policy by Dr. Mosi Dorbayani, PhD
WAALM Publications & JOISS Research


Self-Help: General

Winner
The Creative Way Forward: A Guide for Navigating Change in Work and Life by Jen Martin
Fast Company Press

Finalist
In the Garden Behind the Moon: A Memoir of Loss, Myth, and Magic by Alexandra A. Chan
Flashpoint Books

Finalist
Inner Field Trip: 30 Days of Personal Exploration, Collective Liberation, and Generational Healing by Leesa Renée Hall
Row House Publishing

Finalist
Passion Struck: Twelve Powerful Principles to Unlock Your Purpose and Ignite Your Most Intentional Life by John R. Miles
Post Hill Press

Finalist
Take a Shot at Happiness: How to Write, Direct, & Produce the Life You Want by Maria Baltazzi, PhD, MFA
Post Hill Press

Finalist
The Root of Chinese: Qigong: Secrets for Health, Longevity and Enlightenment, 3rd Edition by Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming
YMAA Publication Center

Finalist
TUNE IN: How to Make Smarter Decisions in a Noisy World by Nuala Walsh
Harriman House


Self-Help: Motivational

Winner
Good Awkward: How to Embrace the Embarrassing and Celebrate the Cringe to Become The Bravest You by Henna Pryor
Ideapress Publishing

Finalist
Creating Your Limitless Life by Esther Zeledon
Dean Publishing

Finalist
Creative Flow: Tap and Express Your Juicy Essence by Jenny Hahn
Creative Nectar Publishing

Finalist
Own Your Color: How to unleash your limitless potential using one secret tool: M.E.N.T.O.R. by Shikha Bajaj
NotionPress

Finalist
Passion Struck: Twelve Powerful Principles to Unlock Your Purpose and Ignite Your Most Intentional Life by John R. Miles
Post Hill Press

Finalist
The Mentally Strong Leader: Build the Habits to Productively Regulate Your Emotions, Thoughts and Behaviors by Scott Mautz
Peakpoint Press (Skyhorse Publishing)

Finalist
Your Grass is Greener: Use What You Have. Get What You Want. At Work and In Life. by Jason Silver
Ideapress Publishing


Self-Help: Relationships

Winner
The Empty Nest Blueprint: Plan, Pursue, and Thrive for the Most Underrated Stage of Your Life by Anthony Damaschino
Infinite Space Publishing

Finalist
Brave Hearts: 3 Rules for Men with the Courage to Love by Cameron Draeco
Amaranth Publishing

Finalist
The Invisible Gift: A Breakthrough Mindfulness Method to Strengthen and Repair Relationships by Katsura Suzuki
Berry Powell Press

Finalist
The Love Ball Game: Embracing Yourself and Embodying Your Soul by Jacia Kornwise
Independently Published

Finalist
TRUE DECEIT FALSE LOVE: Simple Explanations for Complex Terms on Domestic Violence, Narcissistic Abuse, Parental Alienation & Intergenerational Family Trauma by Dr. Marni Hill Foderaro
Balboa Press: A Division of Hay House


Social Change

Winner
The Black Reparations Project: A Handbook for Racial Justice edited by William A. Darity Jr., A. Kirsten Mullen, and Lucas Hubbard
University of California Press

Finalist
Freeing Teresa: A True Story about My Sister and Me by Franke James
The James Gang, Iconoclasts Inc.

Finalist
From Hardship to Hope: Crossing the great divides of age, race, wealth, equity, and health by Judith Gwinn Adrian & Jaylin M. Stueber
HenschelHAUS Publishing

Finalist
Great Lakes Champions: Grassroots Efforts to Clean Up Polluted Watersheds by John H. Hartig
Michigan State University

Finalist
Misplaced Childhood: A True Story of Resiliency and Child Advocacy by Joan Ulsher
Rehm Press

Finalist
The Carbon Creed: 7 Pathways to Zero by Walter L. McLeod
New Degree Press

Finalist
The Reformer's Dilemma by Ricardo Rosselló Nevares
Manuscripts LLC


Spirituality: General

Winner
Consciousness Is All There Is: How Understanding and Experiencing Consciousness Will Transform Your Life by Dr. Tony Nader
Hay House LLC

Finalist
A Touch of Light: Opening to the Love that is You and All Creation by Ann Naimark
Capucia

Finalist
In the Garden Behind the Moon: A Memoir of Loss, Myth, and Magic by Alexandra A. Chan
Flashpoint Books

Finalist
Purpose: What Evolution and Human Nature Imply about the Meaning of Our Existence by Samuel T. Wilkinson
Pegasus Books

Finalist
The Journey Begins Within by SAVI
The SAVI Ministries

Finalist
The Root of Chinese: Qigong: Secrets for Health, Longevity and Enlightenment, 3rd Edition by Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming
YMAA Publication Center

Finalist
The Secret Life of Mother Mary: Divine Feminine Power for Personal Healing and Planetary Awakening by Marguerite Mary Rigoglioso, PhD
Inner Traditions | Bear & Co.


Spirituality: Inspirational

Winner
The Secret Life of Mother Mary: Divine Feminine Power for Personal Healing and Planetary Awakening by Marguerite Mary Rigoglioso, PhD
Inner Traditions | Bear & Co.

Finalist
Coming Out of the Metaphysical Closet: Autobiography of a Dream Master: A Spiritual Journey to Enlighten, Elevate Your Consciousness & Awaken Authentic Empowerment by Lisa Rhyne
Independently Published

Finalist
Enter the Journey: A Mystical Guide for Rebirth and Renewal by Rosanna Ienco
O-Books (collective Ink Books)

Finalist
Journey of Awakening and Higher Consciousness by Jane Kim Yu
Absolute Author Publishing House

Finalist
Mission Hope Volume 2, Inspirational Stories of Faith and Triumph by Char Murphy and co-authors
BelieveInspire/Motivation Champs Publishing

Finalist
One Journey: The Lovetuner book by Sigmar Berg
Waterside Productions

Finalist
Summoned by the Earth: Becoming a Holy Vessel for Healing Our World by Cynthia Jurs
Prospecta Press


Sports

Winner
Winning Judo: Realistic and Practical Skills for Competitive Judo by Steve Scott
YMAA Publication Center

Finalist
Tai Chi Push Hands: The Martial Foundation of Tai Chi Chuan by David Grantham and Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming
YMAA Publication Center

Finalist
The Art and Science of Sword Fighting: A Complete Instructional Guide by Joe Varady
YMAA Publication Center

Finalist
The Complete-Learn-Honor™ Playbook: Simple Steps to Take Your Mental & Emotional Tennis & Pickleball Game to a New Level by Peter C. Scales
Coaches Choice

Finalist
The Frontrunner by Brad Fawley
Green Writers Press

Finalist
Toller Cranston: Ice, Paint, Passion by Phillippa Cranston Baran
Sutherland House Books

Finalist
What's in Ted's Wallet: The Newly Revealed T206 Baseball Card Collection of Thomas Edison's Youngest Son by J.B. Manheim & Lawrence Knorr
Sunbury Press


Travel: Guides and Essays

Winner
Looking For Legends by Scott and Tarantino
Whole Wide World Publishing


True Crime: Nonfiction

Winner
Killing Time with John Wayne Gacy: Defending America's Most Evil Serial Killer on Death Row by Karen Conti
Black Lyon Publishing

Finalist
Everywhere I Look by Ona Gritz
Apprentice House Press/Loyola University

Finalist
Girl Uncoded: A Memoir of Passion, Betrayal, and Eventual Blessings by Brandi Dredge
She Writes Press

Finalist
Great Maui Land Grab: What Caused the Maui Fire and is Your Home Next? by Michelle Melendez
Blossom Inner Wellness Publishing

Finalist
I Am Abigail: A Texas Woman's Childhood Nightmare—And Her Escape From Hell as a Sex Slave/Survivor by Jamie Collins
Bold Whisper Books, LLC

Finalist
LETHAL DOSES: The Man Who Gave Fentanyl to America by John Madinger
WildBlue Press

Finalist
Mourning Murderess by Peggy Jones
Foggy Flight Books


Women's Issues / Women's Studies

Winner
Counting Feminicide: Data Feminism in Action by Catherine D'Ignazio
The MIT Press

Finalist
An Ordinary Landscape of Violence: Women Loving Women in Guyana by Preity R. Kumar
Rutgers University Press

Finalist
Breaking Free: Stop Holding Back, Start Being You — Your Guide To Creating The Career & Life Of Your Dreams by Shannon Talbot
Independently Published

Finalist
Own Your Color: How to unleash your limitless potential using one secret tool: M.E.N.T.O.R. by Shikha Bajaj
NotionPress

Finalist
The Vital Spark: Reclaim Your Outlaw Energies and Find Your Feminine Fire by Lisa Marchiano
Sounds True

Finalist
Two Tickets to Paradise: From Cult to Comedy by Katie Love
Crewest Studio, Los Angeles

Finalist
Vote For You: Take Your Seat at the Table by Marnie Maton
Manuscripts, LLC


Young Adult: Nonfiction

Winner
Passion Struck: Twelve Powerful Principles to Unlock Your Purpose and Ignite Your Most Intentional Life by John R. Miles
Post Hill Press

Finalist
Samuel in the Quantum Field: How One Boy's Holocaust Story Can Help Us Bridge Space, Time, and Everything in Between by Elyn Joy
To Tell the World

Finalist
Things of that Nature: From Shame to Confidence by Lakrisha Wilcott Gee
Dawn of a New Day 365, LLC




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