Adventure: Epic
Winner
Escala's Wish: An action-adventure, unusual romantasy filled with banter, light humor, and real-life emotion (Tales of Valla) by David James
Trash Panda Publishing
Adventure: General
Winner
The Last Professional by Ed Davis
Artemesia Publishing
Finalist
Legend of the Hunt by Evelyn M. Exley
Exley Books
Finalist
The House on Glenheather by James Fleming
iUniverse, Inc.
Finalist
The Search for the Tomb of Alexander the Great, A John B. Johns Adventure by Michael Bowie Phillips
Independently Published
Adventure: Historical
Winner
An Uncharted World by Susan Storer Clark
HistoryMuse Press
Finalist
Antonia Chavez Arvizu: Memoir of a California Gold Mining Family by Linda Castro Martinez
Covenant Books
Finalist
Encarnación Castro's Journey in the Anza Expedition 1775-1776 And the Founding of San Francisco and San Jose, California by Linda Castro Martinez
Covenant Books
Finalist
The Girl from Korn by Eileen Hobbs
Palmetto Publishing
Adventure: War & Military
Winner
The Very Last War by WH Hawthorne
Polaris IP LLC
Finalist
Born in the Aftermath by Ian Griffin
Independently Published
Finalist
Echoes of the Forgotten by Clifton Wilcox
Windward Publishing
Finalist
Final Finalist by James Fleming
iUniverse, Inc.
African American Fiction
Winner
Goldi, Locks and Silverton by Olivia Gaines
Davonshire House Publishing
Finalist
Spirit of the Plain, The Unnamed Book 1 by B. Marcus Walker
Killbot Factory
Finalist
Well Considered: A Novel by Richard Morris
iUniverse, Inc.
Finalist
Not In This World by Jane Scott Stuart and Elaine Flowers
Before You Publish Book Press
Animals/Pets: General
Winner
Keeping Your Pets Naturally Healthy by Judy Morgan DVM, CVA, CVCP, CVFT
36 Paws Press
Finalist
Charm: An Amazing Story of a Little Black Cat by Leyla Atke
Katmoran Publications
Finalist
Unleashing the Bond: Harnessing the Power of Human-Animal Interactions by Rustin M. Moore, DVM, PhD
Manuscripts Press
Finalist
Yin & Yang 2.0 Nutrition for Dogs: Maximizing Health with Whole Foods, Not Drugs by Judy Morgan DVM, CVA, CVCP, CVFT
36 Paws Press
Animals/Pets: Narrative Nonfiction
Winner
Unleashing the Bond: Harnessing the Power of Human-Animal Interactions by Rustin M. Moore, DVM, PhD
Manuscripts Press
Finalist
Lying Down with Dogs by Linda Caradine
Unsolicited Press
Finalist
Silver Charm: And the Old Friends Who Save the Thoroughbreds by M.J. Evans
Dancing Horse Press
Anthologies: Fiction
Winner
Holiday Spirit by John DeGuire
Independently Published
Finalist
Holiday Spirit Book 2: Destroy All Monsters! by John DeGuire
Independently Published
Finalist
Holiday Spirit Book 3: Monsters Arise! by John DeGuire
Independently Published
Finalist
Wicked Shadow Whispers Anthology Volume 1: Beyond the Veil by Clifton Brown
Independently Published
Anthologies: Nonfiction
Winner
For His Eyes Only: The Women of James Bond by Lisa Funnell
Wallflower/Columbia University Press
Finalist
The Beyond is Part of the Here Now Book 2 by June Raleigh
Independently Published
Finalist
The Korean American by Jeremy Youngwoo Ahn
Ahn Publishing
Art
Winner
An Artist's Life: 50 Years of Self-Portraits by Carlton Davis with co-author Peter Lownds
Art Dock
Finalist
(Anemia poems) by Theodore William Hahn
Mindstir Media
Finalist
One Leaf One Life by Ramiro F. Prudencio MD
Independently Published
Autobiography/Memoir
Winner
Sky Ranch: Reared in the High Country by Linda M. Lockwood
She Writes Press
Finalist
Bring One Home: A Memoir of Boyhood, Basketball, and Hometown Spirit by Thomas L. Pelissero
Sellar Street Boys Publishing LLC
Finalist
The Housekeeper's Secret by Sandra Schnakenburg
She Writes Press
Finalist
The Life That Woke Me Up Was My Own by Nancy Swisher
Thomas Noble Books
Finalist
The Little Book of Magical Stories: Finding Traces of the Divine in Daily Life by Stephanie Vaccaro
Independently Published
Finalist
Twenty Miles of Fence: Blueprint of a Cowboy by Bob West with Janet Fogg
University of Nebraska Press / Bison Books
Best Cover Design: Adult Fiction
Winner
The Improbable Road of Return: A Novel by Nath Jones
Life List Press
Finalist
Escala's Wish: An action-adventure, unusual romantasy filled with banter, light humor, and real-life emotion (Tales of Valla) by David James
Trash Panda Publishing
Finalist
With His Words I'm Not Alone by Lucas Ryker
Independently Published
Best Cover Design: Children's Book
Winner
Bo Bo by Christine Banks Fenton
Word Alive Press
Best Cover Design: Nonfiction
Winner
King of Soca: The Ultimate Insider Reveals How Machel Montano Became One Of The World's Most Popular Soca Artists (The Deluxe Edition) by Elizabeth Montano
EESM Elizabeth Montano, Port of Spain
Finalist
Motivated By The Word: 14 Meditations To Capture Your Inner Strengths by Kenya Z. Edwards
KZE Media LLC
Finalist
One Leaf One Life by Ramiro F. Prudencio MD
Independently Published
Best Interior Design & Illustrations
Winner
100 Objects from the Collections of the YIVO Institute for Jewish Research by Stefanie Halpern
YIVO Institute for Jewish Research
Finalist
One Leaf One Life by Ramiro F. Prudencio MD
Independently Published
Best New Fiction
Winner
The Rabbi's Suitcase by Robert Kehlmann
Koehler Books
Finalist
Escala's Wish: An action-adventure, unusual romantasy filled with banter, light humor, and real-life emotion (Tales of Valla) by David James
Trash Panda Publishing
Finalist
RED by Evelyn M. Exley
Exley Books
Finalist
The Improbable Road of Return: A Novel by Nath Jones
Life List Press
Best New Nonfiction
Winner
What You Need to Know About AI by James Wang
Manuscripts LLC
Finalist
Building Men: Character Lessons From Influencers by Jim Tracy
Morgan James Publishing
Finalist
King of Soca: The Ultimate Insider Reveals How Machel Montano Became One Of The World's Most Popular Soca Artists (The Deluxe Edition) by Elizabeth Montano
EESM Elizabeth Montano, Port of Spain
Biography
Winner
Positive Obsession: The Life and Times of Octavia E. Butler by Susana M. Morris
Amistad Press, an imprint of HarperCollins
Finalist
King of Soca: The Ultimate Insider Reveals How Machel Montano Became One Of The World's Most Popular Soca Artists (The Deluxe Edition) by Elizabeth Montano
EESM Elizabeth Montano, Port of Spain
Finalist
LEETEG: Babes, Bars, Beaches, and Black Velvet Art by CJ Cook and Michael Ashley
South Pacific Dream Publishing
Business: Careers
Winner
Tech Confidential: The Insider's Playbook for Daring by Denise Koessler Gosnell and Kathryn Erickson
Ideapress Publishing
Business: Communications & PR
Winner
Strategic Strikes: Mastering Your Communications in the Cage Match of Public Opinion by Dr. Patrick Riccards
Advantage Books
Business: Entrepreneurship & Small Business
Winner
Unconvention: A Small Business Strategy Guide by Sri Kaza
Ideapress Publishing
Finalist
Climb Greater Heights: How to Accelerate Your Business Growth, Amplify Your Success, and Build a Legacy of Significance by Tony Jeton Selimi
Balboa Press
Finalist
Pennies, Nickels, & Dimes, Volume II: Perspectives on Entrepreneurship in American and the African American Entrepreneur by King L. Taylor, Jr and C. Christopher Lee
Coronet Publishers
Business: General
Winner
Seeking Fairness at Work: Cracking the New Code of Greater Employee Engagement, Retention & Satisfaction by Hanna Hasl-Kelchner, MBA, JD
Smart Direction Press (div. of Business M.O., LLC)
Finalist
Poverty and the Unequal Society in Hong Kong by Gary Lai
Penguin Random House SEA
Finalist
Strategic Strikes: Mastering Your Communications in the Cage Match of Public Opinion by Dr. Patrick Riccards
Advantage Books
Business: Management & Leadership
Winner
Care to Win: The 4 Leadership Habits to Build High-Performing Teams by Alex Draper
Brown Books
Finalist
Give First: The Power Mentorship by Brad Feld
Ideapress Publishing
Finalist
Ideas to Action: Unlock your organization's hidden genius to ignite innovation and accelerate results by Rick Tucci
Friesen Press
Finalist
Layered Leadership: Drive Double-Digit Growth and Dominate Your Competition with Creative Strategies and Execution by Lawrence R. Armstrong
Matt Holt Books
Finalist
Seeking Fairness at Work: Cracking the New Code of Greater Employee Engagement, Retention & Satisfaction by Hanna Hasl-Kelchner, MBA, JD
Smart Direction Press (div. of Business M.O., LLC)
Business: Marketing & Advertising
Winner
Strategic Strikes: Mastering Your Communications in the Cage Match of Public Opinion by Dr. Patrick Riccards
Advantage Books
Business: Motivational
Winner
The Ambition Trap: How to Stop Chasing and Start Living by Amina AlTai
The Open Field / Penguin
Finalist
Care to Win: The 4 Leadership Habits to Build High-Performing Teams by Alex Draper
Brown Books
Finalist
GrowthTime! A Coaching Fable: The Clear Path to Unlock Your Best Life & Leadership by Quinn Harwood
GrowthTime LLC
Finalist
Joyosity: How to Cultivate Intense Happiness in Work & Life (Even If Things Are What They Are) by Jenn Whitmer
Ideapress Publishing
Finalist
Tiny Experiments: How to Live Freely in a Goal-Obsessed World by Anne-Laure Le Cunff
Avery / Penguin Random House
Business: Personal Finance/Investing
Winner
Impuestos en Estados Unidos: Guía práctica para inmigrantes by Fabiola I. Rivera, PhD.
Independently Published
Finalist
First Time Homebuyer Gold by J. Baptiste
Stillwater River Publications
Business: Technology
Winner
Race to Innovation: Unleashing the Power of Entrepreneurship For Everyone by John Phillip Bamforth and Roy Stanford Zwahlen
Ideapress Publishing
Finalist
Cyber Resilience: Mastering Security Strategies and Generative Artificial Intelligences by Alessandro Carvalho Coutinho, Ana Carla Bilacheriene, and Luciano Vieira de Araújo
Artena Saber On-Line / Amazon
Finalist
What You Need to Know About AI by James Wang
Manuscripts LLC
Business: Writing & Publishing
Winner
Email Marketing for Authors: Grow an Email List that Actually Sells Books (Self-Publishing with Dale) by Dale L. Roberts
One Jacked Monkey LLC
Finalist
Strategic Strikes: Mastering Your Communications in the Cage Match of Public Opinion by Dr. Patrick Riccards
Advantage Books
Children's Educational
Winner
Birdie's Picnic Party: A Tasty Take on Food Safety by Jessica McAnelly
Independently Published
Finalist
Ava's Dream by Joseph J. Ridgway
Franklin Publishers
Children's Fiction
Winner
The Frog Prince in His Little Kingdom by Ailin Iwan
Newman Springs Publishing
Finalist
A Mysterious Night at the Library by Kim P. Chesney
Independently Published
Finalist
Ava's Dream by Joseph J. Ridgway
Franklin Publishers
Children's Mind/Body/Spirit
Winner
Where's Grandma?: A Child's View on Loss, Grief & Bereavement by Tracey Smith
Independently Published
Finalist
A Growing Bear Family: Nicknames, Adoption & New Friends by Dr. Nola K. Plumb
KDP Amazon
Finalist
Charm: An Amazing Story of a Little Black Cat by Leyla Atke
Katmoran Publications
Children's Nonfiction
Winner
Charm: An Amazing Story of a Little Black Cat by Leyla Atke
Katmoran Publications
Finalist
Bo Bo by Christine Banks Fenton
Word Alive Press
Children's Novelty & Gift Book
Winner
Bo Bo by Christine Banks Fenton
Word Alive Press
Children's Picture Book: Hardcover Fiction
Winner
Bubble Kisses by Vanessa Williams
Union Square Kids
Finalist
A Mysterious Night at the Library by Kim P. Chesney
Independently Published
Finalist
Where's Grandma?: A Child's View on Loss, Grief & Bereavement by Tracey Smith
Independently Published
Finalist
Who Colored the Leaves? by Robert D. Dean
Write and Release Publishing
Children's Picture Book: Softcover Fiction
Winner
Treasure in the Forest by Alan Dahl
BootsUp Kids
Finalist
Kali the Elephant Learns from Socrates the Philosopher by Neera K. Badhwar
Archway Press
Finalist
Rosie's Big Secret by Bridget Meranda
Callighan Publishing
Finalist
Whiskers and Wishes: The Adventures of Sven and Oley by Mary Nielsen
Tiny Paws Printing
Finalist
Yoey Does It Her Way: A Girl With Disabilities Who Loves to Play, Learn and Shine by Mary Nielsen
Tiny Paws Printing
Children's Religious
Winner
Oak Street Treehouse: The Day They Played Christmas by Dick Daniels
Ingram Spark
Finalist
Bo Bo by Christine Banks Fenton
Word Alive Press
Finalist
The Squirrel, the Eagle and the Red Hawk by John Ruiz
Xlibris
Christian Inspirational Fiction
Winner
Heart of the Glen by Jennifer Deibel
Revell
Finalist
A Prophet Named Ike by Evelyn M. Exley
Exley Books
Finalist
Discovering the Covering by Shamicka C. Toney
Absolute Author Publishing
Finalist
Maren, The Fisherman's Daughter by Eve Gwartney
Covenant Books
Coming of Age
Winner
Ingram by Louis C.K.
BenBella Books
Finalist
Caroline's Purpose by Erica Zaborac
Torchflame Books
Finalist
CeeGee's Gift, a novel by Joy H. Selak
JoyWrites
Finalist
Split by Michael Swartz
Koehler Books
Finalist
Year One by Marina Raydun
Independently Published
Cookbooks: General
Winner
Yin & Yang 2.0 Nutrition for Dogs: Maximizing Health with Whole Foods, Not Drugs by Judy Morgan DVM, CVA, CVCP, CVFT
36 Paws Press
Finalist
One Pot Wonders Recipes Cookbook: Homemade Meals in Under 30 Minutes by Mariah Brooks & T.E. Brooks
Learn2Succeed Publishing, LLC
Cross-Genre Fiction
Winner
Pocket Watch Portal Adventures by MM Myers
Firestorm Publishing LLC
Finalist
Cavalcade Book 1: The Nepa Republic by Evelyn M. Exley
Exley Books
Finalist
Red Anemones by Paula Dáil
Historium Press
Finalist
Sleep Walkers by Ani Alanakian
Amazon Publishing Center
Finalist
SweetSpot: Now and Then, a novel by Marla Miller
Austin Macauley Publishers
Education/Academic
Winner
Prince Edward County, Virginia School Closing: A Compilation of Research Studies edited by Terence Hicks
Emerald Publishing
Finalist
The Human Code: Law Through Our Eyes by Yasmin Atwal
Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP)
Family Saga
Winner
Before We Arrived by Jodie Pine
Independently Published
Finalist
Born of This Fire by Jeanne Gehret
Verbal Images Press
Finalist
Broken Record by James C. Wolf
Kitsap Publishing
Finalist
However Long the Day by KJ Kelly
Artempo Publishing
Finalist
Red Flash by Kiva Wolfe
Prime Book Publication
Fantasy: Epic/High Fantasy
Winner
Escala's Wish: An action-adventure, unusual romantasy filled with banter, light humor, and real-life emotion (Tales of Valla) by David James
Trash Panda Publishing
Finalist
Curse of Greed: Book 2, The Rogue Jewels Trilogy by Hollywood
Eden Plantation Publishing
Finalist
Legend of the Hunt by Evelyn M. Exley
Exley Books
Finalist
The Viking and the Druid: Book 3, The Rogue Jewels Trilogy by Hollywood
Eden Plantation Publishing
Fantasy: General
Winner
Glimmer of the Other: An Urban Fantasy Novel by Heather G. Harris
Hellhound Press LTD
Finalist
Escala's Wish: An action-adventure, unusual romantasy filled with banter, light humor, and real-life emotion (Tales of Valla) by David James
Trash Panda Publishing
Finalist
Hell on Earth by Philip Palmer
Hellbooks
Finalist
The Talismans of Time by Stephen H. Provost
Dragon Crown Books
Finalist
The Vampire and the Case of the Wayward Werewolf by Heather G. Harris
Hellhound Press LTD
Fantasy: Historical
Winner
Cajun Moon: Book 1, The Rogue Jewels Trilogy by Hollywood
Eden Plantation Publishing
Finalist
Animal Conquest (General Jack and the Battle of the Five Kingdoms #8) by David Bush
Independently Published
Finalist
The Dark Legend of The Foreigner by Frank Destefano
LifeRich Publishing
General Fiction
Winner
The Last Professional by Ed Davis
Artemesia Publishing
Finalist
A Tragedy of Riches by Tony Cointreau
Winsor Publications
Finalist
Gabriel's Songbook by Michael Amos Cody
Pisgah Press
Finalist
Inside by Charles L. Ross
Independently Published
Finalist
Not In This World by Jane Scott Stuart and Elaine Flowers
Before You Publish Book Press
Health: Addiction & Recovery
Winner
I Didn't Believe It Either: One Dad's Discovery That Everything Is Better Without Alcohol by Todd Kinney
Leaning Rock Press
Finalist
Dually Diagnosed Dually Blessed: From Struggle to Purpose by Coventina Waterhawk
As You Wish Publishing
Health: Aging/50+
Winner
The Wilds of Aging: A Journey of Heart and Mind by Rick Lamplugh
Independently Published
Finalist
My Year's As An Alzheimer's Caregiver: Transcending loss by nurturing spirit, second edition by Lyla Yastion
Third Eye Books
Health: Alternative Medicine
Winner
Yin & Yang 2.0 Nutrition for Dogs: Maximizing Health with Whole Foods, Not Drugs by Judy Morgan DVM, CVA, CVCP, CVFT
36 Paws Press
Finalist
Fever of Unknown Origin: A True Tale of Medicine, Mystery, and Magic by Judith Ford
Wipf & Stock Publishers
Finalist
Keeping Your Pets Naturally Healthy by Judy Morgan DVM, CVA, CVCP, CVFT
36 Paws Press
Finalist
Unwinding the Imprints of Disease: Transforming Intergenerational and Transgenerational Trauma by Leah K. Hollon
Balboa Press
Health: Death & Dying
Winner
The Safari Concept: An African Framework for End of Life Care by Christian Ntizimira
Batinya Publishing, LLC
Health: Diet & Exercise
Winner
I Blew My Diet! Now What?: The Easy, Proven 21-Day Plan to Drop Pounds & Bounce Back Boldly by Connie Bennett
Greenleaf Book Group Press
Finalist
Cover Model Abs: Master Your Nutrition by Rusty Joiner
Independently Published
Health: General
Winner
I Blew My Diet! Now What?: The Easy, Proven 21-Day Plan to Drop Pounds & Bounce Back Boldly by Connie Bennett
Greenleaf Book Group Press
Finalist
Fix Your Digestion Fast: The Ayurvedic Method with Very Few Big Words and No Fluff by Maxim Bishop
Independently Published
Finalist
The Shift Worker's Paradox: How Shift Work Break Your Biology by R.E. Hengsterman
Circadian Press
Health: Psychology/Mental Health
Winner
It's Not Always Depression: Working the Change Triangle to Listen to the Body, Discover Core Emotions, and Connect to Your Authentic Self by Hilary Jacobs Hendel, LCSW
Random House
Finalist
Common Wisdom: 8 Scientific Elements of a Meaningful Life by Dr. Laura Gabayan
Redwood Publishing
Finalist
How Deep Is the Wound?: A Guide to Investigating, Understanding, and Resolving Your Emotional Pain by Antonieta Contreras
Sentiment Publishing
Finalist
Love and Suffering: Break the Emotional Chains that Prevent You from Experiencing Love by Anthony Silard
Inner Leadership Press
Finalist
Springboard: Transform Stress to Work for You by Dr. Rebecca Heiss
Ideapress Publishing
Health: Women's Health
Winner
Your Menopause Balance: A practical, holistic guide to thriving beyond midlife. Unlock Your Energy, Confidence, and Joy by Luci Harrison
Independently Published
Finalist
I Blew My Diet! Now What?: The Easy, Proven 21-Day Plan to Drop Pounds & Bounce Back Boldly by Connie Bennett
Greenleaf Book Group Press
Historical Fiction
Winner
ASA JAMES by Jodi Lew-Smith
Koehler Books
Finalist
The Far Reach of Yesterday by Christine Echeverria Bender
Caxton Press
Finalist
The Last Professional by Ed Davis
Artemesia Publishing
Finalist
The Rabbi's Suitcase by Robert Kehlmann
Koehler Books
Finalist
The White Country by Boston Teran
High Top Publishing
Finalist
Wild Rivers, Wild Rose by Sarah Birdsall
University of Alaska Press
History: General
Winner
Johnny and Jazzbo: A True Story by Kathryn J. Hardy
Independently Published
Finalist
The Importance of Having a Brain: Tales from the History of Medicine. Expanded Second Edition by Tonse N.K. Raju
Boundless Book Publishers
Finalist
The Nobel Chronicles: A Handbook of Nobel Prizes in Physiology or Medicine, 1901-2024. Second Edition by Tonse N.K. Raju
Auctorem House
History: Military
Winner
All Eternity Lies Before Me: Hope, Faith, And Love After the Loss of Navy Alfa Foxtrot 586 by Loreen Gibbons
She Writes Press
History: United States
Winner
America's First Highways by Stephen H. Provost
Dragon Crown Books
Finalist
Images of America Oak Park, Michigan by Gerald E. Naftaly
Arcadia Publishing
Holiday Fiction
Winner
Holiday Spirit Book 3: Monsters Arise! by John DeGuire
Independently Published
Finalist
Holiday Spirit Book 2: Destroy All Monsters! by John DeGuire
Independently Published
Finalist
Holiday Spirit by John DeGuire
Independently Published
Finalist
The Chairs: A Glimpse Into A World Unseen by Amarilys Gacio Rassler
OnLineBinding, A Division of Knopf Enterprises
Horror: General
Winner
Nightmare's Eve by Stephen H. Provost
Dragon Crown Books
Horror: Occult
Winner
Blood of Icarus by Ed Vela
Penguin Book Writers / Independently Published
Horror: Paranormal/Supernatural
Winner
Premises by Terrence Damon Spencer
Dreams To Paper Publishing
Finalist
Fear Club: The Masquerade by Eden Crowne
Independently Published
Finalist
Fly Stone, Sly by Dust Kunkel
Dusty Heron Books
Finalist
Holiday Spirit Book 3: Monsters Arise! by John DeGuire
Independently Published
Finalist
The Uninvited by F. P. Dorchak
Wailing Loon
Horror: Psychological
Winner
The REP by Terrence Damon Spencer
Dreams To Paper Publishing
Humor/Comedy/Satire
Winner
I Might Have Been Queen by Brian Edwards
Archway Publishing
Finalist
Don’t Stand in Front of a Palace or Behind a Horse: An Illustrated Book of South Indian Proverbs. Expanded Second Edition by Tonse N.K. Raju
Boundless Book Publishers
Finalist
Olympus or Oblivion by Chrissy Dargue
Independently Published
Finalist
Tales From a Rogue Ranger by Rosanne S. McHenry
Huntley Avenue Press
Inspirational Fiction
Winner
Pocket Watch Portal Adventures by MM Myers
Firestorm Publishing LLC
Finalist
Blood Moon by Evelyn M. Exley
Exley Books
Finalist
The Boy and the Tree by Hank Leo
Amazon KDP
Finalist
Voices from the Well by C. C. Jirón
Independently Published
Finalist
Zoobu: Peace Among Enemies by Johnny Carr
Christian Faith Publishing
Juvenile Fiction
Winner
Building a Team: A Baseball Buddies Story by Aaron Derr
Red Chair Press
Finalist
A Trail of Trouble (Book #1 in The Adventures of Syd) by Danielle Simone
Creative Mind Publications
Finalist
Kloe's New Start by KM Selvidge
Independently Published
Finalist
Pitty the Kitty: The Magic Collar by Mary Nielsen
Tiny Paws Printing
Finalist
Royce to the Rescue: A Magic Propeller Cap Book #3 by Mary Nielsen
Tiny Paws Printing
LGBTQ+ Fiction
Winner
The Third Act by Kathleen Brehony
Independently Published
Finalist
Ballad of the Wayward Child by Keven Renken
St. Petersburg Press
Finalist
Not In This World by Jane Scott Stuart and Elaine Flowers
Before You Publish Book Press
Finalist
With His Words I'm Not Alone by Lucas Ryker
Independently Published
LGBTQ+ Nonfiction
Winner
Fairyboy: Growing Up Gay and Out in Pre-Stonewall New York and Beyond by Garrett Glaser
Independently Published
Finalist
Better To Cry Now: Shaping the Flow of a Gay Black Man by Geoffrey Newman
River Grove Books
Finalist
I Might Have Been Queen by Brian Edwards
Archway Publishing
Literary Fiction
Winner
The Last Professional by Ed Davis
Artemesia Publishing
Finalist
Before We Arrived by Jodie Pine
Independently Published
Finalist
Mount Fugue by JI Daniels
Kernpunkt Press
Finalist
No Place to Pray by James Carpenter
Twisted Road Publications
Military Fiction
Winner
A Walk Among Heroes by James McDevitt
Independently Published
Finalist
Pocket Watch Portal Adventures by MM Myers
Firestorm Publishing LLC
Finalist
The Very Last War by WH Hawthorne
Polaris IP LLC
Multicultural Fiction
Winner
Before We Arrived by Jodie Pine
Independently Published
Finalist
For a Better Life by Julia Reid Galosy
Atmosphere Press
Finalist
Ghost Brother by Sylvia Sanchez Garza
Arte Publico Press
Finalist
Native Brushstrokes by Antoinette Godin
Palmetto Publishing
Finalist
Well Considered: A Novel by Richard Morris
iUniverse, Inc.
Multicultural Nonfiction
Winner
A Black Man's Journey to the Sons of the American Revolution: My Revolutionary War Patriots were the Owners of Slaves! The Sequel by William O. Ritchie Jr.
Page Publishing
Finalist
It's Time for Africa: Embracing Our Ancient Roots and Charting a Prosperous Tomorrow by Joshua Chimakula Ngoma
Dean Publishing
Mystery/Suspense: Cozy Mysteries
Winner
Walkers on the Run by C.S. Kjar
The Lavender Pen
Finalist
Deadly Winds by Susan Hanafee
BookBaby
Finalist
Not Me! Speluncaphobia, Secrets and Hidden Treasure by Charlotte Stuart
Quartermaster Publishing
Mystery/Suspense: General
Winner
Swimming with Manatees by Bill Bennett
BillBenn Books
Finalist
Funeral of Lies by A.E.S. O'Neill
AESON Publications
Finalist
In Bad Faith by Geoffrey Carter
Henschelhaus Books
Finalist
Rookesby: Urgent Warning by Donald M. Stinson
Eastern Harbor Press
Finalist
Sandstorm Rising (Pamela Williams Mysteries series, Book 1) by Daniel Maldonado
Next Chapter Publishing
Mystery/Suspense: Hard-Boiled/Crime
Winner
Killing Streak by Merit Clark
Whitaker Press
Finalist
Family: A Jamaica Biltmore Novel by Tom Greco
Amazon
Finalist
Gone in a Flash by N. L. Quatrano
Independently Published
Finalist
In Bad Faith by Geoffrey Carter
Henschelhaus Books
Mystery/Suspense: Historical
Winner
Deep Waters by Deborah Shlian and Linda Reid
Akeso Press
Finalist
A Plague of Death by Grant N. Pierce
Friesen Press
Finalist
Servant (The Goodpasture Chronicles) by R.J. Halbert
Eauld Talu House
Finalist
The Last Professional by Ed Davis
Artemesia Publishing
Finalist
Wild Rivers, Wild Rose by Sarah Birdsall
University of Alaska Press
Mystery/Suspense: Multicultural & Diverse
Winner
Ghost Brother by Sylvia Sanchez Garza
Arte Publico Press
Finalist
Red Flash by Kiva Wolfe
Prime Book Publication
Mystery/Suspense: Procedural
Winner
A Death in Lionel's Woods by Christine Husom
The wRight Press
Finalist
Firesetter in Blackwood Township by Christine Husom
The wRight Press
Finalist
Secret In Whitetail Lake by Christine Husom
The wRight Press
Mystery/Suspense: Romantic Suspense
Winner
Shadow Music by Helaine Mario
Oceanview Publishing
Finalist
Even a Pandemic Can't Stop Live & Murder, Volume I, Break The Bank by A.E.S. O'Neill
AESON Publications
Finalist
The Body Business by Gay Yellen
SkipJack
New Age Fiction
Winner
The Whirring by Will J. Donnel
Ghost Writing Galaxy
Finalist
Voices from the Well by C. C. Jirón
Independently Published
New Age: Nonfiction
Winner
Do You Quantum Think? New Thinking That Will Rock Your World by Dianne Collins
SelectBooks
Finalist
Reality 2.0: A Revolutionary New Look at the Universe and Life by William Truax
Blue Ocean Publishing Group
Nonfiction: Creative
Winner
The Land: Our Gift and Wild Hope by Rae Marie Taylor
Brightshores Press
Finalist
Orion's Guiding Stars: The Myth of the Hero and the Human Instinct for Story by Marc Ladewig
Algora Publishing
Nonfiction: Cross-Genre
Winner
Warrior to Civilian: The Field Manual for the Heroes Journey by Lieutenant (SEAL) Rob Sarver and Alex Gendzier
Balance, an imprint of Hachette
Finalist
Accepting 7:47 — Trying to Say Goodbye While Executing the Estate by Brant L. Thompson
Friesen Press
Finalist
Dead Man Running by Rob Curnock
Christian Faith Publishing
Finalist
Night Class: A Downtown Memoir by Victor P. Corona
Soft Skull Press
Nonfiction: General
Winner
Tales From a Rogue Ranger by Rosanne S. McHenry
Huntley Avenue Press
Finalist
A Short Story of Things Big and Small: 13.8 Billion Years in 100 Pages by Scott Hilsen
MorganHouse Books, LLC
Finalist
Oracle, Arizona and Beyond in Black and White by John Stuart Watkins
Amazon
Finalist
The United Diamonds Versus The Eagles Country!: January 24, 2019 by Stanley Slaczka / Guide Book 1: The United Diamonds Versus The Eagles Country! by Stanley Slaczka
Amazon/KDP
Nonfiction: Inspirational
Winner
The Stories They Hear: Expecting Greatness as the Key to Success by Dr. William Keyes
Ideapress Publishing
Finalist
Common Wisdom: 8 Scientific Elements of a Meaningful Life by Dr. Laura Gabayan
Redwood Publishing
Finalist
Finding Faith in the Storm by Pebbles Wireman
Elk Lake Publishing, Inc.
Finalist
For the Love of Stephen: The Story of a Boy Who Was Never Broken by Stuart D. Jones, Ph.D.
Every Life Publishing, LLC
Nonfiction: Narrative
Winner
Tales From a Rogue Ranger by Rosanne S. McHenry
Huntley Avenue Press
Finalist
Becoming Badass: From Fearful to Fierce by Margie Goldsmith
Independently Published
Finalist
Dead Man Running by Rob Curnock
Christian Faith Publishing
Finalist
I've Got a Guy: Stories, Thoughts, and a Few Confessions from a Hospitality Rebel by Michael Albanese
The Weight of Ink
Novelette
Winner
The Last Train to Clarksville by Sharon Marie Provost
Dragon Crown Books
Novelty & Gift Book
Winner
King of Soca: The Ultimate Insider Reveals How Machel Montano Became One Of The World's Most Popular Soca Artists (The Deluxe Edition) by Elizabeth Montano
EESM Elizabeth Montano, Port of Spain
Finalist
100 Objects from the Collections of the YIVO Institute for Jewish Research by Stefanie Halpern
YIVO Institute for Jewish Research
Parenting & Family
Winner
Text Messages to My Sons: A Guide to Using Mobile Devices to Connect and Communicate with Your Kids by Tammy J. Cohen
Broad Book Press, an imprint of Broad Book Group, Edwardsville, IL
Finalist
Doing the Right Thing: Simple Solutions, Essential Tips & Helpful Resources for Assisting Aging Loved Ones by Debbie C. Miller
Independently Published
Finalist
Know the Enemy: Preventing Weight Gain, Diabetes & Disease by Jodi Velazquez
Atlas Elite Publishing Partners with Slick Move, LLC
Finalist
Parenting with Self-Compassion: 12 Ways to Improve Your Parenting While Being Kind to Yourself by Dr. Jen Ferris
Platypus Publishing
Performing Arts: Film, Theater, Dance, Music
Winner
King of Soca: The Ultimate Insider Reveals How Machel Montano Became One Of The World's Most Popular Soca Artists (The Deluxe Edition) by Elizabeth Montano
EESM Elizabeth Montano, Port of Spain
Finalist
I Know All Save Myself Alone. The Play by Lisa Monde
Bookwhip Company
Photography
Winner
Second Avenue Subway: Building New York City's Famous Thing Never Built by Dan McNichol with Bill Goodrich
Big Dig Productions, Inc.
Finalist
King of Soca: The Ultimate Insider Reveals How Machel Montano Became One Of The World's Most Popular Soca Artists (The Deluxe Edition) by Elizabeth Montano
EESM Elizabeth Montano, Port of Spain
Finalist
Our Wonderous Sky by John Stuart Watkins
Amazon
Poetry: Anthologies
Winner
The Nature of Our Times: Poems on America's Lands, Waters, Wildlife, and Other Natural Wonders edited by Luisa A. Igloria, Aileen Cassinetto, and David Hassler
Paloma Press
Finalist
Head Lines: Poems and Passages by John Yurechko
iUniverse, Inc.
Finalist
Second Thoughts: Poems and Passages by John Yurechko
iUniverse, Inc.
Poetry: Chapbook
Winner
Heroism, Humility, and Honor: Poems to Thank You by T.E. Brooks
Learn2Succeed Publishing, LLC
Poetry: Contemporary
Winner
Exits by Stephen C. Pollock
Windtree Press
Finalist
Breaking Out of the Cocoon by Lisa Rhodes-Ryabchich
Finishing Line Press
Finalist
Coming Up From The Downside: Finding Joy in Our Song by Buddah Desmond
Liquid Cat Publishing
Finalist
Dear Blue Harp Strumming Sky by Lisa Rhodes-Ryabchich
Cyberwit
Finalist
How You Get to There by Lisa Rhodes-Ryabchich
Cyberwit
Poetry: General
Winner
Book of Spells by Gary Lemons
Red Hen Press
Finalist
A Day Without Fear by David James
Shanti Arts Books
Finalist
Exits by Stephen C. Pollock
Windtree Press
Finalist
Floodwater by Connie Post
Glass Lyre Press
Finalist
In the Museum of My Daughter's Mind by Marjorie Maddox
Shanti Arts
Finalist
Swaying on the Elephant's Shoulders by Diana Woodcock
Little Red Tree Publishing
Finalist
The Weight of Light by Gary Lemons
Red Hen Press
Poetry: Narrative
Winner
Exits by Stephen C. Pollock
Windtree Press
Finalist
Odysseus: The Epic Myth of the Hero by Marc Ladewig
Infinity Publishing
Poetry: Nature
Winner
Exits by Stephen C. Pollock
Windtree Press
Pre-teen Fiction
Winner
Ray Taylor and the Torn and Tattered Treasure Map by N. Degen
Independently Published
Finalist
Don't Look Too Tasty by PGH Hannaford
Brown Dog Books
Religion: Christian Inspirational
Winner
Carry the Cross with Padre Pio by Susan De Bartoli
Ave Maria Press
Finalist
A Story to Tell: from single to surrendered by Tina Rastelli
Single to Surrender
Finalist
Living the Prayer of Jesus: A Study of the Lord's Prayer in Aramaic by Rev. Dr. Stephanie Rutt
Resource Publications: An Imprint of Wipf and Stock Publishers
Finalist
Motivated By The Word: 14 Meditations To Capture Your Inner Strengths by Kenya Z. Edwards
KZE Media LLC
Finalist
Quiet Conversations: What God Wants You to Know About Him by Kim Harvey Brannan
KHB Publishing
Finalist
Redeeming Grief by Dr. Edward Ramirez
Independently Published
Finalist
Rejoicing in His Glory: Unleash Joy and Freedom to Transform Your Soul by Kim S. Kinney
Pearls of Glory Publishing
Religion: Christianity
Winner
Rejoicing in His Glory: Unleash Joy and Freedom to Transform Your Soul by Kim S. Kinney
Pearls of Glory Publishing
Finalist
Reconstructing Faith: 365 Days to Reconsider Jesus by Dick Daniels
Ingram Spark
Finalist
Through the Lens of An Ancient Yisra'elite Bible Study by Benjamin Nieves Carrasquillo Jr.
Westbow Press
Religion: Eastern
Winner
An Ordinary Life Transformed: Lessons for Everyone from the Bhagavad Gita by Rev. Dr. Stephanie Rutt
Resource Publications: An Imprint of Wipf and Stock Publishers
Religious Fiction
Winner
UNTAKEN: 12 Hours Following the Rapture by C O Wyler
Draft2Digital
Finalist
Gus Busbi by Jim Sano
Full Quiver Publishing
Finalist
Rivka's Revelation by Gregory T. Glading
New York Book Publishers
Finalist
Stones of Wrath: The Twins - Book 2 by SJ Ratcliffe
PS Eonix
Finalist
The Chairs: A Glimpse Into A World Unseen by Amarilys Gacio Rassler
OnLineBinding, A Division of Knopf Enterprises
Romance: General
Winner
Crystal Lake Gifts by Susan W. Green
Independently Published
Finalist
Blood Moon by Evelyn M. Exley
Exley Books
Finalist
Catalina Vibes by Maeve Devlin
Amazon KDP
Finalist
Lost Promises by Joan Carson and Pamela Curtiss
Independently Published
Finalist
SweetSpot: Now and Then, a novel by Marla Miller
Austin Macauley Publishers
Romance: Historical
Winner
Lady of the Plantation by Adrian Heflin
Independently Published
Finalist
Darka's Quest by Gregory T. Glading
American Author House
Finalist
The False Men by Mhairead MacLeod
ThunderPoint Publishing Ltd
Romance: Paranormal/Supernatural
Winner
Thornberry Manor: The Emerald by Anne K. Hawkinson
Amazon/KDP
Finalist
Angel Light, Angel Dark by Annette Miller
The Wild Rose Press
Finalist
I Am Worthy by Emily Cooper
Independently Published
Science Fiction: Alien/Space
Winner
Beyond the Horse's Eye: A Fantasy Out of Time by Janet Rose
WordSpace Publications
Finalist
ERO by F. P. Dorchak
Wailing Loon
Finalist
Freya's Flight by Craig Miller
Independently Published
Finalist
Plant People by Mary Ellen Humphrey
Lynxfield Publishing
Science Fiction: General
Winner
The Matriarch Matrix: An Epic Sci-Fi Thriller & Mystery by Maxime Trencavel
Tail of the Bird Books
Finalist
Becoming Terran by Mark Roth-Whitworth
Histria Books
Finalist
Marscape: Revisited by J. Thomas Hunton
Independently Published
Finalist
The Architects of The Universe by C. M. Mane
Poonam Publications
Finalist
The Whirring by Will J. Donnel
Ghost Writing Galaxy
Science Fiction: Parallel Universe/Alternative History
Winner
The Afterlife of Alice Watkins: The Complete Set by Matilda Scotney
Off The Planet Books
Self-Help: General
Winner
Tiny Experiments: How to Live Freely in a Goal-Obsessed World by Anne-Laure Le Cunff
Avery / Penguin Random House
Finalist
How Deep Is the Wound?: A Guide to Investigating, Understanding, and Resolving Your Emotional Pain by Antonieta Contreras
Sentiment Publishing
Finalist
Parenting with Self-Compassion: 12 Ways to Improve Your Parenting While Being Kind to Yourself by Dr. Jen Ferris
Platypus Publishing
Finalist
Your Menopause Balance: A practical, holistic guide to thriving beyond midlife. Unlock Your Energy, Confidence, and Joy by Luci Harrison
Independently Published
Self-Help: Motivational
Winner
Life Is Lifey: The A to Z's on Navigating Life's Messy Middle by Sarah Shahi
Regalo Press
Finalist
Becoming EPIC: How Excellence, Perception, Inspiration, and Compassion Can Be a Remedy for Mediocrity by Matthew R. Kutz, Ph.D.
Amplify Publishing
Finalist
Cultivating Audacity: Dismantle Doubt and Let Yourself Win by Anne Marie Anderson
Ideapress Publishing
Finalist
GrowthTime! A Coaching Fable: The Clear Path to Unlock Your Best Life & Leadership by Quinn Harwood
GrowthTime LLC
Finalist
Your Brain Weighs 500 Pounds: Change Your Mindset to Achieve Desired Outcomes by Derrick Pledger
Lioncrest Publishing
Self-Help: Relationships
Winner
Cultivating Freedom by C.F. Micky
Amazon
Finalist
The 5 Pitfalls Of A Relationship: What they haven't told you why your Love Life Stinks by Dr. LaGrande Mason Jr. PhD
Xulon Press
Short Story Fiction
Winner
Little Fortified Stories by Barbara Black
Caitlin Press
Finalist
Fate Havens: Stories by Mary Bess Dunn
Lystra Books & Literary Services
Finalist
Pocket Watch Portal Adventures by MM Myers
Firestorm Publishing LLC
Finalist
Sleep Walkers by Ani Alanakian
Amazon Publishing Center
Social Change
Winner
Hope on the Border by Gil Gillenwater
University of Pemakö Press
Finalist
It's Time for Africa: Embracing Our Ancient Roots and Charting a Prosperous Tomorrow by Joshua Chimakula Ngoma
Dean Publishing
Spirituality: General
Winner
The Call of the Mourning Dove: How Sacred Sound Awakens Mystical Unity by Rev. Dr. Stephanie Rutt
Resource Publications: An Imprint of Wipf and Stock Publishers
Finalist
The Sacred Taboo: Secrets of Sex that Awaken by Dentz-Roll Bonheur
ImageMagicPublish
Finalist
Welcome to the Wonderful World of Not Giving a F*ck by Oliver Turner
Maplewood Publications
Spirituality: Inspirational
Winner
Holler at Your Dreams: Dangerously Inspiring Ideas for the Wildly Dope Soul by Judi Holler
HOLLA! Worldwide
Finalist
Grace Everywhere: Finding Traces of the Divine by Stephanie Vaccaro
Independently Published
Finalist
His Conscious Perception of the Soul: The Exploration of Wisdom and Continuous Introspection by Isaiah A. Tisdale
tbudget, LLC
Finalist
Lovers in the Wilderness: Awaken Mystical Unity and Create a Joyful Life with Mantra Prayer by Rev. Dr. Stephanie Rutt
Resource Publications: An Imprint of Wipf and Stock Publishers
Sports
Winner
Breaking Through: The Secrets of Bassai Dai Kata by Colin Wee
Moosul Publishing LLC
Finalist
#MakingBelievers by Greg Thomas
Red Rock Book Writers
Finalist
Massillon Against The World by Becca Moore & Scott Ryan Tucker
DS Press / Fayetteville Mafia
Finalist
The Edge of Land: A Swimming of Age Story by Jonathan Ezer
The Writers of the West
Thriller: Crime
Winner
In Bad Faith by Geoffrey Carter
Henschelhaus Books
Finalist
Deceptions by Jeff Bertram
Independently Published
Finalist
Lionel's Law by Don Bennett
Independently Published
Thriller: General
Winner
The Last Professional by Ed Davis
Artemesia Publishing
Finalist
Even a Pandemic Can't Stop Live & Murder, Volume I, Break The Bank by A.E.S. O'Neill
AESON Publications
Finalist
The Whisper Legacy by Tj O'Connor
Level Best Books
Finalist
Today Is The Day by Deborah Curtin
Xlibris
Thriller: Legal
Winner
TEQUILA: A Story of Success, Love & Violence by Tim Reuben
Meridian Editions
Thriller: Medical
Winner
To Slaughter a Camel by Raymond Hutson
Palmetto Publishing
Thriller: Political
Winner
Black Sun Rising by Otho Eskin
Meridian Editions
Finalist
DoubleHelix: One in the Helix Project by J.L. Calder
Dwyer Street Press
Finalist
The Very Last War by WH Hawthorne
Polaris IP LLC
Finalist
The Whisper Legacy by Tj O'Connor
Level Best Books
Thriller: Psychological
Winner
Tiny Wild Things by Danielle M. Wong
Storm Publishing
Finalist
Funeral of Lies by A.E.S. O'Neill
AESON Publications
Finalist
The Lines Between by Danielle M. Wong
Red Adept Publishing
Thriller: Religious
Winner
Vatican Daughter by Joni Marie Iraci
Collective Ink / Roundfire Books
Finalist
Children of the Scroll by Rick Tabor
Long Overdue Books
Thriller: Techno
Winner
Sleeper Code: A Novel by Dr. Kevin M. McGuire
Perfect Publishing
Finalist
Borealis by Bill Bennett
BillBenn Books
Finalist
Enemy At The Helm by Mark Dickson
River Grove Books
Travel: Guides & Essays
Winner
It's Your Camino: One Couple's 500-Mile Pilgrimage Across Spain by Kenneth R. Strange Jr.
Independently Published
Finalist
Europe à la Mode: 9 Tips for a Cherry-on-Top Travel Experience by Linda Hall-Kelsoe
Independently Published
Finalist
Unearthing Highway 41: An American Journey by Christopher Clott
Red Bicycle Books
True Crime: Nonfiction
Winner
Beyond the Green Widow: Consequences of the Piney Woods Creek Murders of 1921 by Juanita Green Hollinghead with Sherye S. Green
Sunbury Press, Inc
Finalist
Felony Review: Tales of True Crime and Corruption by Randy E. Barnett
Encounter Books
Finalist
Hay dos cuerpos en la nevera y otros crímenes by Hiram Sánchez Martínez
Casa Yaucana: Taller de Investigación y Desarrollo Cultural, Inc. (Taíndec) / Ediciones Hache Silente
Finalist
How Rampage Killers Interpret Their Worlds by S. Lee Funk, Ed.D.
Academica Press
Urban Fiction
Winner
The Improbable Road of Return: A Novel by Nath Jones
Life List Press
Visionary Fiction
Winner
Soul Shift: 2012 and Beyond by Judith Horky
Crystal Mountain Press
Finalist
RED by Evelyn M. Exley
Exley Books
Western
Winner
Trail of Hope by Jason F. Anderson
Keystone Creative Media
Women's Fiction
Winner
Palms and Pomegranates by L.S. Csida
Artempo Publishing
Finalist
The Improbable Road of Return: A Novel by Nath Jones
Life List Press
Finalist
Vatican Daughter by Joni Marie Iraci
Collective Ink / Roundfire Books
Finalist
When the Moon Winks by Hope Andersen
Warren Publishing
Women's Issues / Women's Studies
Winner
The Power of the Only: Own Your Voice, Thrive in Any Environment
Ideapress Publishing
Finalist
Red Boots Adventures – Wild West Life Stories of a Young Girl on Mt. Hood: Lumberjacks, Native Americans and Mountain Lions by Heather Bradrick
Balboa Press, a division of Hay House
Finalist
Tales From a Rogue Ranger by Rosanne S. McHenry
Huntley Avenue Press
Young Adult Fiction
Winner
Gus Busbi by Jim Sano
Full Quiver Publishing
Finalist
Irish Town by Matthew John Meagher
Marsmen Ltd.
Finalist
Playing with Fire by Rachael Waechter
Defiance Press and Publishing
Finalist
Spinner by Michael J. Bowler
Independently Published
Finalist
Surf And Sand, The Girl In The Seaside Hotel by W.B. Edwards
Independently Published
Young Adult Nonfiction
Winner
Endangered Hummingbirds: Seeing the Crisis Through My Lens by Anthony Lujan
Independently Published
Finalist
Red Boots Adventures – Wild West Life Stories of a Young Girl on Mt. Hood: Lumberjacks, Native Americans and Mountain Lions by Heather Bradrick
Balboa Press, a division of Hay House
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