Faye Whittaker Fate weaves its tricky threads amongst the garment of intrigue and mystery shrouding Miri, a beautiful young Maori woman. Her attempt to materialise her childhood obsession and fantasy to be other than she is, only serves to create a mantle of despair to hover over her life. Her choices, and her mistakes, impact…
Dark CloudHonorable Mention
2021 Hollywood Book Festival
Sandra Wolff In post-apocalyptic Arizona, a young woman with a mysterious connection to the land steps forward to confront an evil, militaristic dictator.
Brotherhood of the LionHonorable Mention
2021 Hollywood Book Festival
Roger Wellington Nason An exciting novel about two orphan boys growing up in an 11th century abbey. Their belief in magic allows them to uncover a hidden room within the abbey that gives them incredible powers. When they uncover an evil plot, they must use their powers to set things right.
Wildflower, A Tale Of TranscendenceHonorable Mention
2021 San Francisco Book Festival
Dr. Teresa Van Woy At the time, I didn’t realize that spending the night in juvie would not be the worst thing that was about to happen to me. Our summer vacation from Florida to California turned to years of abuse when my mentally unstable mother abducted me and three of my siblings to settle…
Bent 31 PoemsHonorable Mention
2021 New York Book Festival
T. A. Price If I am in the chocolate dress, If I am showing knee, If I slap the mosquito on my leg, and I am free and climbing up the loft to fetch another book, then I feel most alive. – from Bent 31, Foreword by Ron Rash “. . . clearly one of…
INSIDE THE GREYHonorable Mention
2021 New York Book Festival
Bobbi Groover Love was the last thing on Brayden’s mind when he embarked on a perilous journey to rescue his comrade. A chance encounter with a determined woman on a desperate rescue mission of her own nearly derailed his plans. Their passionate struggles led to a love that saved them both.
Our Moment of ChoiceWinner
2021 New York Book Festival
Robert Atkinson, Kurt Johnson, et. Al “Our Moment of Choice” is a call to action, offering evolutionary visions, resources and practical steps to help us navigate this moment of global transformation. Its 43 contributing visionaries include Deepak Chopra, Gregg Braden, Jean Houston, Bruce Lipton, Lynne McTaggart, Larry Dossey, Michael Beckwith, and the late Barbara Marx…
The Letter Critters Talent ShowHonorable Mention
2021 New York Book Festival
Chase Taylor Today is the Letter Critters’ Talent Show! All of the Critters from A-Z in Letter Critter Town are excited to show off their talents. One Letter Critter is being a little negative though. What’s your talent?
Through Fire and RainHonorable Mention
2021 New York Book Festival
MaryAnn and Joseph Anselmo MaryAnn was at the height of her career, headlining at Chico’s House of Jazz. The love of her life and husband, Joe, was by her side when she brought the house down. Two days later she lost everything including the will to live when their son Dustin committed suicide.
The Art of Forgiveness: A Promise of PeaceRunner-up
2021 New York Book Festival
Carolyn CJ Jones If you’re struggling with anger and resentment, this book’s for you. If you’re ready to break free from the past, forgive yourself, and forgive others, “The Art of Forgiveness” is a gentle, yet, comprehensive guide to gain insight into yourself so you can move beyond resentment and gain peace.