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The 2023 American Fiction Awards
Sponsored by American Book Fest



Page Contents

  • Welcome Letter
  • Entry Fees & Deadline
  • Submission Checklist
  • Entry Form: Downloadable in Word or PDF
  • Payment Options
  • Official 2023 Categories



Welcome to The 2023 American Fiction Awards!
Sponsored by American Book Fest based in Los Angeles & Phoenix

The 6th Annual American Fiction Awards (AFA) are a specialty book awards program focused on honoring excellence in FICTION.
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The publishing industry is rapidly evolving.

A printed book is no longer just a printed book.
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Fiction books have the potential to be turned into interactive e-books, television and movie programs, video games, graphic novels, web series, and so much more.
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A book award emblem on your book cover and marketing material can increase recognition, enhance your title’s credibility, and garner more attention in the crowded book buying marketplace.

You’ve put tremendous time and energy into your work. Make sure you give your book the best shot at success on all levels.
  • Enter Your 2021-2023 Titles! Open to all books with an ISBN and published in 2023 (galley copies welcome). 2021 and 2022 titles are also eligible. Check out the press release for the 2022 American Fiction Awards!
  • We Pick Winners! AFA was created by the same team that launched the “Best Book Awards” 20 years ago. Many titles that have placed in our family of award programs have gone on to place in other contests geared toward the independent press.
  • Social Media Exposure on our American Book Fest Facebook Page! Our Facebook pages have over 132,000 book lovers! 
  • A History of Excellence! Over the last 19 years, we have featured over twenty thousand books from mainstream, indie, and self-publishers. We will continue to promote books to the national and international book buying public!
WINNERS & FINALISTS IN EACH CATEGORY RECEIVE:
  • Results Announced on American Book Fest's Social Media Pages (132,000+ Fans/Friends)
  • Promote Your Title as an Award-Winning Book: As a winner or finalist, you will have the right to highlight your award on your book cover, website, and marketing material. Award Stickers & Premium Certificates will be available for purchase for all winners & finalists in each category.
  • High-Res Digital Logos: Unlike other award programs, our digital logos are free to use on your book cover, website, social media, and marketing material.
  • Marketing Tips & Ideas to Promote Your Award: The announcement e-mail includes links and ideas for you to maximize the impact of your award. It’s time to think outside the box and make your book relevant again!
We welcome your questions, comments, and ideas! Simply e-mail us for an immediate response.
 
Jeffrey Keen
President & CEO
American Book Fest
 
http://www.AmericanBookFest.com
http://www.InternationalBookAwards.com



ENTRY FEES AND DEADLINE
 
$89 - $69 per title/per category (Expires March 31, 2023)
(Example: One book in two categories equals $138.00)
  • Eligible titles must have a 2021-2023 publication date and ISBN number.
  • Galley copies are welcome.
  • Winners and Finalists will be announced nationally in September 2023.
  • Final Entry Deadline: July 15, 2023
  • All entry fees must be paid in U.S. Dollars (“USD” must be pre-printed on all international checks or money orders)
  • All sales are final. All entry books will be donated or recycled after the competition.
  • Questions? E-mail Us



SUBMISSION CHECKLIST
(This list is on your entry form as well)

Submitting Via E-mail:
  • Process your entry fee online.
  • E-mail “abf@amerbookfest.com” a copy of your filled out entry form as well as a PDF copy of your book.
  • Attach a past Press Release or Marketing Material for each title (if available)
  • Include your e-mail address that was used to process your entry fee payment online (bottom of page one of the entry form)
  • If your PDF is too large to send via e-mail, we recommend using WeTransfer.com (a free service) 
  • “AMERBOOKFES” or “AMERICANBOOKFEST” will appear on your credit card statement
  • Questions? E-mail Us
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Submitting Via Snail Mail:

  • ONE copy of your book per category entered (Galley copies are welcome)
  • A completed Page One Entry Form for each title. (You keep Page Two for your records)
  • A past Press Release or Marketing Material for each title (if available)
  • A check or money order (payable in U.S. Dollars – “USD” must be pre-printed on all international checks or money orders) for the entry fees, payable to “ABF” or “American Book Fest”
  • If paying online, include a copy of your payment confirmation e-mail or the e-mail address you used to place the order.
  • “AMERBOOKFES” or “AMERICANBOOKFEST” will appear on your credit card statement
  • Questions? E-mail Us



ENTRY FORM
 
Please fill out an entry form for each title entered, print out and include the completed form with your submission. Be sure to review the "Submission Checklist" on each entry form. (Please note: Word document could take up to a minute to download. Thank you!) Questions? E-mail Us
 

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2023 Entry Form
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2023 Entry Form


PAYMENT OPTIONS
 
Please include a check or money order with your entry submission payable to "ABF" or "American Book Fest". "USD" must be pre-printed on the check or money order.
 
You can also securely process your entry fee at the link below.
 
“AMERBOOKFES” or “AMERICANBOOKFEST” will appear on your credit card statement
 
Questions? E-mail Us


 


OFFICAL CATEGORIES: 2023 AMERICAN FICTION AWARDS
(All categories listed below are only open to works of fiction)
 

Adventure: General
Adventure: Epic
Adventure: Historical
Adventure: War & Military

Anthologies

African-American Fiction

Best New Fiction

Best Cover Design: Adult Fiction
Best Cover Design: Children’s Books

Children’s Fiction (Ages 3-6)
Children’s Mind/Body/Spirit
Children’s Picture Book: Softcover Fiction
Children’s Picture Book: Hardcover Fiction
Children’s Religious

Christian Inspirational

Coming of Age

Cross Genre Fiction

Family Saga

Fantasy: General
Fantasy: Epic/High Fantasy
Fantasy: Historical

Graphic Novel

General Fiction

Historical Fiction

Holidays

Horror: General
Horror: Occult
Horror: Psychological
Horror: Paranormal/Supernatural

Humor/Comedy/Satire

Inspirational

Juvenile Fiction (Ages 6-9)

LGBTQ+

Literary Fiction

Military

Multicultural Fiction

Mystery/Suspense: General
Mystery/Suspense: Cozy Mysteries ("Cozies")
Mystery/Suspense: Hard-Boiled/Crime
Mystery/Suspense: Historical
Mystery/Suspense: Multi-Cultural & Diverse
Mystery/Suspense: Procedurals (police or scientific investigation)
Mystery/Suspense: Romantic Suspense

New Age Fiction

Novelette (7,500 to 17,500 words)
Novella (17,500 to 40,000 words)

Poetry: General
Poetry: Anthologies
Poetry: Chapbook
Poetry: Contemporary
Poetry: Narrative
Poetry: Nature
Poetry: Religious
Poetry: Urban

Pre-Teen Fiction (Ages 10-12)

Religious Fiction

Romance: General
Romance: Erotica
Romance: Historical
Romance: Paranormal/Supernatural
Romance: Romantic Comedy

Science Fiction: General
Science Fiction: Alien/Space
Science Fiction: Cyberpunk
Science Fiction: Parallel Universe/Alternative History
Science Fiction: Post-Apocalyptic

Short Story Fiction

Sports

Travelogue

Thriller: General
Thriller: Crime
Thriller: Legal
Thriller: Medical
Thriller: Political
Thriller: Psychological
Thriller: Religious
Thriller: Techno

Urban Fiction

Visionary Fiction

Western

Women's Fiction

Young Adult Fiction (Ages 13 & up)




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