Through Kenny’s Eyes–A Magnificent Journey from Illness to Ecstasy
Honorable Mention
2015 Hollywood Book Festival

Author: Carol Jones Just days before Kenny passed into Spirit, he said “If people could discover the joy I’m having now, they’d stop whatever they are doing and start doing what I’m doing.” Carol’s mission of sharing Kenny’s message reveals his Spirit, and his courage and sense of adventure in THROUGH KENNY’S EYES.

Treasure
Winner
2015 Hollywood Book Festival

Author: Vanessa Leigh Hoffman Treasure is a political and psychological fictional thriller which spans the globe, involving twins separated at birth. They each become involved with organized crime and radical religious and terrorist groups, who sometimes work together, while always working apart. Everyone involved in this trilogy wants Treasure. Few survive to claim it.

Desert Nights
Honorable Mention
2015 Hollywood Book Festival

Author: Courtney Stackhouse Desert Nights is a psychological thriller, a story of obsession, about the various substances that can hijack the mind, be it love, drugs, or rock and roll. Tiny Huff jumps headlong into all three and finds out how deadly-determined those around her are to keep her hooked and complacent.

Nickerbacher, The Funniest Dragon
Runner-up
2015 Hollywood Book Festival

Author: Terry John Barto A dragon named Nickerbacher guards a princess because his papa told him to. However, he yearns to be a stand-up comedian. Nickerbacher, The Funniest Dragon encourages others to dream big and follow their hearts. “Overall, this dramatic story about a dragon stand-up comedian will likely entertain readers of all ages.” -Kirkus…

Parents for Sale
Honorable Mention
2015 New York Book Festival

Dr. Nicole Audet A fast paced 44 pages color illustrated juvenile fiction in which twins and their dog rely on their imagination to save their parents kidnapped by an ugly and hungry witch. Story Monster Approved. Readers’ Favorite: 5 Stars www.nicoleaudet.com

S.O.S. Animals And Other Stories
Honorable Mention
2015 Holiday Book Festival

Fiza Pathan How did the animals aboard the Titanic save themselves? How did a lion save Christians in distress? Can dolphins pray for the dead and can a snake solve a riddle? Do last wishes come true and is there really a Santa Claus? Can animals lie like human beings? Why did barn animals enter…

Sighing Woman Tea
Honorable Mention
2015 San Francisco Book Festival

Mark Daniel Seiler NOMINATED FOR THE KIRKUS PRIZE “Steeped in the charm and traditions of tea drinking and underlaid with serious thought about compassion, this novel is simply wonderful. A delight to read from start to finish.” –Kirkus Reviews “This spirited, imaginative comedy depicts the absurdity of a foreign occupation.With larger-than-life antics, a firm setting,…

The Seduction of Wine
Winner
2015 San Francisco Book Festival

Author: Sally Marbry The “Seduction of Wine” describes 24 wine varietals from the viewpoint of someone talking about a lover or the wine talking about itself. Every nuance is based on facts, with each entry illustrated. An entertaining read-out-loud for a wine tasting event,and perfect to tuck in a gift basket.

Premortal
Winner
2015 Beach Book Festival

Author: Damien Passmore Imagine that before you were born you had another life that you can no longer remember. Welcome to ‘Premortal’; a book of life before living….

The Smart Person’s Guide to Eldercare
Honorable Mention
2015 New York Book Festival

Jodi Lyons Choosing among the many options for eldercare can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be this way! THE SMART PERSON’S GUIDE TO ELDERCARE creates educated consumers who know the lay of the land and can make good decisions regarding care for themselves, their spouses, and their parents