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Full Results Listing by Category

Congratulations to all of the Winners & Finalists
of the 2025 Best Book Awards!

All Finalists are of equal merit, listed alphabetically.




Animals/Pets: General

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

Finalist
Don't Train Your Dog: A Pet Parenting Guide to Teaching Good Behavior, Calming Fear, and Raising Happy Dogs by Angie Winters
Angie4Dogs, LLC

Finalist
Serving the Leftovers: Balancing Service and Sanity in an Uncommon life of Dog Rescue by Alysia Dubriske
DNA Solutions

Finalist
Vintage Tails by Jo Jo Harder
TriMark Press


Animals/Pets: Narrative Nonfiction

Winner
Tales of a Pet Vet: Stories from the Clinic and House Calls by Dr. Dawn Filos
She Writes Press

Finalist
"I Have Feelings, Too": Understanding Dog Communication by Anissa Svoboda
Boda Books

Finalist
Amazing Hummingbirds You Can Find In Arizona by Kelly Isley
B&IB Publishers

Finalist
Dandelion my house chicken by Kim Carr
Hybrid Hollow Production

Finalist
Mommy's Boy: How My Doggie Soulmate's Love Rescued Me by Jennifer Huston Schaeffer
White Dog Books


Anthologies: Nonfiction

Winner
Resisting James Bond: Power and Privilege in the Daniel Craig Era edited by Lisa Funnell and Christoph Lindner
Bloomsbury


Art

Winner
An Artist's Life: 50 Years of Self-Portraits by Carlton Davis with co-author Peter Lownds
Art Dock


Finalist
Art by Miles Davis - The Totem Series by Miles Davis
MBS Publishing


Autobiography/Memoir

Winner
No Women Left Behind: A Journey of Hope to Heal Every Woman Injured in Childbirth by Kate Grant
She Writes Press

Finalist
Breath Taking: A Memoir of Family, Dreams, and Broken Genes by Jessica Fein
Behrman House

Finalist
Carrying the Tiger: Living with Cancer, Dying with Grace, Finding Joy while Grieving by Tony Stewart
West End Books

Finalist
My Mother in Havana: A Memoir of Magic & Miracle by Rebe Huntman
Monkfish Book Publishing

Finalist
Old White Man Writing by Joshua Gidding
Mascot Books

Finalist
The Housekeeper's Secret by Sandra Schnakenburg
She Writes Press


Best Cover Design: Fiction

Winner
The Depths of Marla Adams by Patrick Hanford
Savoy House Publishing

Finalist
A Child Called Faye by Jess Senff
Wattle Tree Press

Finalist
The Radical Radiance of the Fishing Fly by Lewis K. Schrager
LFEA Press


Best Cover Design: Nonfiction

Winner
No Women Left Behind: A Journey of Hope to Heal Every Woman Injured in Childbirth by Kate Grant
She Writes Press

Finalist
Bold Trust: 6 Steps to Unravel the Long-Term Effects of Gaslighting, Unapologetically Trust Yourself, and Heal Anxiety by Tricia Easter
TGH Publishing

Finalist
Career Breakthrough Playbook: Get Unstuck, Get Ahead by Will Lukang, Eric E. Ebron, MBA, Hiba Tanvir, Neha Deshpande, Joël B. Vuadens-Chan and Donya Smida
IWillAim

Finalist
Come Sit With Me And Let's Talk by Brian Edwards
Palmetto 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

Finalist
Official White House China: From the 18th to the 21st Centuries by William G. Allman
White House Historical Association


Best Interior Design / Illustrations

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

Finalist
Come Sit With Me And Let's Talk by Brian Edwards
Palmetto Publishing

Finalist
Dinosaur Frontier: Utah at the Dawn of Cretaceous by Christa Sadler
This Earth Press

Finalist
Learning to Relearn: Supporting Identity in a Culturally Affirming Classroom by Kwame Sarfo-Mensah
Stenhouse/Routledge


Best New Fiction

Winner
Kentucky Blood (Book I of the Kentucky Blood Series) by Ashley Thomas Sheikh
Prism Gate Publishing

Finalist
North of Sunset by Haley Ahern
Girl Friday Productions

Finalist
The Rabbi's Suitcase by Robert Kehlmann
Koehler Books


Best New Nonfiction

Winner
What is My Legacy?: Realizing a New Dream of Connection, Love and Fulfillment by Martin Luther King III, Andrea Waters King, Marc Kielburger and Craig Kielburger
Flashpoint Books

Finalist
Land Rich, Cash Poor: My Family's Hope and the Untold History of the Disappearing American Farmer by Brian Reisinger
Skyhorse Publishing

Finalist
The Neurodiversity Edge: The Essential Guide to Embracing Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Other Neurological Differences for Any Organization by Maureen Dunne
Wiley


Biography

Winner
Catch People Doing Things Right: How Ken Blanchard Changed the Way the World Leads by Martha C. Lawrence
Berrett-Koehler Publishers

Finalist
Driftwood: The Life of Harlan Hubbard by Jessica K. Whitehead
University Press of Kentucky

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
Remembering John Hanson: A Biography of the First President of the Original United States Government (updated edition) by Peter H. Michael
Underground Railroad Free Press

Finalist
The Other Fellow May Be Right: The Civility of Howard Baker by Bill Haltom
The HillHelen Group Publishers


Business: Careers

Winner
The Resilience Plan: A Strategic Approach to Optimizing Your Work Performance and Mental Health by Marie-Helene Pelletier, PhD, MBA
Page Two

Finalist
Career Breakthrough Playbook: Get Unstuck, Get Ahead by Will Lukang, Eric E. Ebron, MBA, Hiba Tanvir, Neha Deshpande, Joël B. Vuadens-Chan and Donya Smida
IWillAim

Finalist
Fintech Wars: Tech Titans, Complex Crypto and the Future of Money by James da Costa
Kogan Page

Finalist
Returning Well: A guide for working parents and their managers by Kirstie Sneyd
De Gruyter

Finalist
The Layoff Journey From Dismissal to Discovery: Navigating the Stages of Grief After Job Loss by Steve Jaffe
Independently Published

Finalist
Work It! How to Rock Your Career Intentionally by Maria Kyriakos
Leader Assist Publishing


Business: Communications/Public Relations

Winner
Communicating Under Fire: The Mindset to Survive Any Crisis and Emerge Stronger by Dallas Lawrence
Post Hill Press


Business: Entrepreneurship & Small Business

Winner
Pioneers: 8 Principles of Business Longevity from Immigrant Entrepreneurs by Nerri Karra Sillaman
Wiley

Finalist
Align Your Business with the Real You: Connect with Yourself, Create What Matters Most, and Define Your Success by Jennifer Musser
PenRock Press

Finalist
Fintech Wars: Tech Titans, Complex Crypto and the Future of Money by James da Costa
Kogan Page

Finalist
Gold in Your Backyard: Lessons in Life, Leadership and the Power of a Dream by Ron Rubin
Val de Grace Books

Finalist
Small Business. Big Success. Proven Strategies to Beat the Odds and Grow a Great Business by Cynthia Kay
Career Press

Finalist
Tech Confidential: The Insider Playbook for Daring Entrepreneurs by Denise Koessler Gosnell and Kathryn Erickson
Ideapress Publishing


Business: General

Winner
Transcend: Unlocking Humanity in the Age of AI by Faisal Hoque
Post Hill Press

Finalist
Pioneers: 8 Principles of Business Longevity from Immigrant Entrepreneurs by Nerri Karra Sillaman
Wiley

Finalist
Redesigning Thinking: How Service Design is Solving Our 21st Century Challenges by Clive Grinyer
De Gruyter

Finalist
Staff Matters, People-Focused Solutions for the Ultimate New Workplace by Bonnie Low-Kramen
Ultimate Workplace Press

Finalist
The Neurodiversity Edge: The Essential Guide to Embracing Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Other Nuerological Differences for Any Organization by Maureen Dunne
Wiley

Finalist
The Resilience Plan: A Strategic Approach to Optimizing Your Work Performance and Mental Health by Marie-Helene Pelletier, PhD, MBA
Page Two


Business: Management & Leadership

Winner
The Journey of Leadership: How CEOs Learn to Lead from the Inside Out by Dana Maor, Hans-Werner Kaas, Kurt Strovink, Ramesh Srinivasan
Penguin Random House

Finalist
Fired Up! A Guide to Transforming Your Team from Burnout to Engagement by Mia B. Russell and Girvin Liggans
De Gruyter

Finalist
Survive, Reset, Thrive: Leading Breakthrough Growth Strategy in Volatile Times by Rebecca Homkes
Kogan Page

Finalist
The Dao of Complexity: Making Sense and Making Waves in Turbulent Times by Jean Boulton
De Gruyter

Finalist
The Power of HR: How to Make an Organizational Impact as a People Professional by Joey Price
Kogan Page

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: Marketing & Advertising

Winner
Human-Centered Marketing: How to Connect with Audiences in the Age of AI by Ashley Faus
Kogan Page

Finalist
Brand Fusion: Purpose-driven Brand Strategy by Terry Smith and Tom Williams
De Gruyter

Finalist
Harnessing Purpose: A Marketer's Guide to Inspiring Connection by Melissa Fors Shackelford
Independently Published

Finalist
Managing Brand Transgressions: 8 Principles to Transform Your Brand by Shailendra Pratap Jain and Shalini Sarin Jain
De Gruyter

Finalist
The Science of Brand Associations: Win Minds, Win Markets by Ulli Appelbaum
Independently Published


Business: Motivational

Winner
The Ethical Imperative: Leading with Conscience to Shape the Future of Business by Andrew Cooper
Wiley

Finalist
Certainty: How Great Bosses Can Change Minds and Drive Innovation by Mike Mears
Fast Company Press

Finalist
Creative Velocity: Propelling Breakthrough Ideas in the Age of Generative AI by Leslie Grandy
Wiley; 1st edition

Finalist
The Magic of Imperfection by Jason F. McLennan
Berrett-Koehler Publishers

Finalist
The Power of the Only: Own Your Voice, Thrive in Any Environment by Angela Chee
Ideapress Publishing

Finalist
Thriving After Workplace Bullying: Journey from Victim to Survivor by LaVena Wilkin
De Gruyter


Business: Personal Finance/Investing

Winner
Two-Comma Wealth: Investment, Tax, and Estate Strategies to Consider When Your Net Worth Exceeds a Million Dollars by George Stefanou
Streamline Books

Finalist
Rat Race to Riches: A Roadmap to Financial Freedom by Akwal S. Johal
Independently Published


Business: Real Estate

Winner
The Veteran Advantage by Todd Roberson
Kinley Publishing


Business: Reference

Winner
Corporate Director and Officer Liability: "Discretionaries" Not Fiduciaries by Marc I. Steinberg
Oxford University Press

Finalist
Blockchains, Smart Contracts, and the Law by Dr. Steven A. Wright
Macadamia Solutions LLC

Finalist
Effective Meetings: Great Results, Less Pain, Every Time. by Chris Fenning
Alignment Group Ltd.

Finalist
The Auditor's Companion: Concepts and Terms, from A to Z by David J. O'Regan
Georgetown University Press

Finalist
Transforming Healthcare Through Negotiation: A Guide to Success in Medicine, Care Delivery and the Business of Health by Stacey B. Lee
Routledge


Business: Technology

Winner
Now What? How to Ride the Tsunami of Change by Mark van Rijmenam
Dean Publishing

Finalist
Race to Innovation: Unleashing the Power of Entrepreneurship For Everyone by John Bamforth and Roy Zwahlen
Ideapress Publishing

Finalist
Reality Check: How VR and AR Can Supercharge Your Business by Jeremy Dalton
Kogan Page

Finalist
Reimagining Government: Achieving the Promise of AI by Faisal Hoque
Post Hill Press

Finalist
Supershifts: Transforming How We Live, Learn, and Work in the Age of Intelligence by Ja-Naé Duane and Steve Fisher
Wiley

Finalist
What Matters Next: A Leader's Guide to Making Human-Friendly Tech Decisions in a World That's Moving Too Fast by Kate O'Neill
Wiley


Business: Writing/Publishing

Winner
Unwritten: The Thought Leader's Guide to Not Over thinking Your Business Book by Emily Crookston
Amplify Publishing Group

Finalist
How to Format a Children's Book for Self-Publishing: A Step-by-Step Guide for First-Time Authors and Illustrators by Becky Bayne
Lilac Tree Books

Finalist
Lasting Legal Impact: Write a Book That Builds Your Brand, Grows Your Practice, and Positions You As The Trusted Expert by Melanie Herschorn
Mission Possible Media


Children's Educational

Winner
Returning To Orbit: Leo Finds His Way Through Childhood Stress by Jenny Simon, MC, LPC, PhD
Independently Published

Finalist
Not Everyone Walks the Stage by Sierra Andrews and Nicholas Seidler
Zepo Publishing

Finalist
One Grain of Sand by Ruthie Godfrey
Ruthie Godfrey Books, LLC

Finalist
Word Fun Riddles & Crisscross Puzzles by Helene Hovanec
aka Associates


Children's Fiction

Winner
Buried Secrets of The Copper Locket: A Hannah Hallie Hawkins History Mystery by D.L. Bush
Independently Published

Finalist
Alfie & the Bigfoot of Bluff Creek by NJ Williams
Amazon KDP

Finalist
Deejen's Closet: A Quest for Magic by Debbie Noble Black
Coalesce Press

Finalist
Dodging Cupcakes by Laura Pashley
STEMpire Press

Finalist
Once Upon Another Fairy Tail by Greg McGoon
Independently Published

Finalist
The Bugwood Chronicles by Lizzy Judge
The Armadillo's Pillow


Children's Mind/Body/Spirit

Winner
Words by Katherine Davis-Gibbon
Riverlet Press, an imprint of Book Baby

Finalist
Charlie's Friendship Garden by Andrea M. Zeddies, Ph.D.
Archway Publishing

Finalist
Molly and Dane: Hair Problems by Norene Olsen
Miriam Laundry Publishing

Finalist
Muffins for Puffins by Rory Haltmaier
Tentacular Arts & Letters

Finalist
The Adventures of Oliver the Clownfish: A Bit of Grit by Stephanie Guzman
Not So Plain Jane Publishing

Finalist
The Wonderful Once: A Christmas Story by J. R. Buchta
Warbucks, Inc.


Children's Nonfiction

Winner
Ignite Your Ideas: Creativity for Kids by Joanne Foster
Gifted Unlimited, LLC

Finalist
How to Celebrate Your Fandom by Libby Shea, Nicholas Seidler, Robert Warnock, and Steven Warren Hill
Zepo Publishing


Children's Novelty & Gift Book

Winner
How to Draw the Presidents and First Ladies by John Hutton
White House Historical Association

Finalist
For You, My Future Hero by Lisa Malooly
Atticus Publishing

Finalist
Words by Katherine Davis-Gibbon
Riverlet Press, an imprint of Book Baby


Children's Picture Book: Hardcover Fiction

Winner
Bea's Balikbayan Box of Treasures by Christine Alemshah, illustrated by Dream Chen
Free Spirit Publishing

Finalist
Alphabot Adventures: A Robot ABC Book (ABC Books for Kids Ages 3-5) by Lauren Briére
Blue Star Press

Finalist
Badi Blesbok Says Hello: A lesson in greetings by Patricia Bardina & Joanne Burgess
Gatekeeper Press

Finalist
The Eyemonger by Daniel J. Solove, illustrated by Ryan Beckwith
Griffin Press

Finalist
The First Boat written and illustrated by Gregory J. Burch
Fishbear Books


Children's Picture Book: Hardcover Nonfiction

Winner
What Happens After? by Diane Namm
Independently Published

Finalist
Words by Katherine Davis-Gibbon
Riverlet Press, an imprint of Book Baby


Children's Picture Book: Softcover Fiction

Winner
When Will I Ever Learn: 60 Humorous and Teachable Poems for Kids by Lynn Marceau
Independently Published

Finalist
Be WHOO You Are by Kathleen Welton
Archway Publishing

Finalist
Grayface & Wigglebutt by Donna Chisum
Warren Publishing

Finalist
Lady Needed Space by Audrey Weatherstone
Belle Isle Books

Finalist
Perfectly Sunny: A Big-Hearted Hedgehog Finds Her Forever Home by Tricia Easter
Owl's Roost Publishing

Finalist
When I'm Santa's CEO: Dreaming is Believing: Giving — Inspiring Philanthropy by Samantha Pillay
Independently Published


Children's Picture Book: Softcover Nonfiction

Winner
The Miracle Forest by Ellen Dee Davidson
12 Willows Press

Finalist
Tom Seaver: An Amazing All-Star for All Time by A.J. Chilson
Amazon KDP

Finalist
Why? by Elena Kayne
Elena Berdine


Children's Religious

Winner
Just Enough Room for Christmas by Robin Currie
Good Books/Sky Horse

Finalist
Keep Us This Day, Keep Us This Night - A Morning Prayer and an Evening Prayer for All God's Children by Todd R. Hains, illustrated by Natasha Kennedy
Lexham Press

Finalist
Little Sprout Says Yes! By Jennifer E. Tirrell
Abundance Books

Finalist
The Holy Lizard by David Lane
Bear's Place Publishing

Finalist
What is Church? by Lisa Michelle
BookBildr Publishing


Cookbook: General

Winner
Asian Heritage Chefs in White House History: Cooking to the President's Taste by Adrian Miller and Deborah Chang
White House Historical Association

Finalist
Celebrating Comfy, Cozy Foods from North America: Cooking for Halflings & Monsters, Volume 3 by Astrid Tuttle Winegar
Multitudes Press

Finalist
Cooking with Judith — Comfort Foods Create WOW Eating! by Judith Briles
Mile High Press

Finalist
Love What's On Your Plate: Wholesome Recipes to Cherish and Share by Stephanie Valentine
RE:BOOKS

Finalist
The Cocktail Parlor: How Women Brought the Cocktail Home by Nicola Nice
Countryman Press


Cookbook: Regional

Winner
Asian Heritage Chefs in White House History: Cooking to the President's Taste by Adrian Miller and Deborah Chang
White House Historical Association


Current Events

Winner
Good As Gold: How to Unleash the Power of Sound Money by Judy Shelton
Independent Institute

Finalist
A Graver Danger: White Chalk Crime, The Stunning First-Ever Explanation for School Shootings & How We End Them by Karen Horwitz, M.Ed.
Independently Published

Finalist
How to Run Wars: A Confidential Playbook for the National Security Elite by Christopher J. Coyne & Abigail R. Hall
Independent Institute

Finalist
The Paradox of Progress: Book 2: The Roses and Thorns of Artificial Intelligence by Michael M. Karch, MD
Houndstooth Press


Education/Academic

Winner
The New Global Universities: Reinventing Education in the 21st Century by Bryan Penprase and Noah Pickus
Princeton University Press

Finalist
Learning to Relearn: Supporting Identity in a Culturally Affirming Classroom by Kwame Sarfo-Mensah
Stenhouse/Routledge

Finalist
Letters to a Young Teacher: Wisdom for Those Who Guide Others by Paul O'Neill
Lantern & Light Press

Finalist
Mapping Montessori Materials for AI Competency Development by Kate Broughton
Independently Published

Finalist
The Closing of the Auditor's Mind? How to Reverse the Erosion of Trust, Virtue, and Wisdom in Modern Auditing by David J. O'Regan
CRC Press

Finalist
Vademecum of English: A Complete Reference Guide for Teachers and Learners by Ana María López Jimeno
Lexiway Editions


Fiction: African American

Winner
Fox Creek: A Novel by M. E. Torrey
Sly Fox Publishing, LLC

Finalist
Happiness Is With You by Nellie D. Johnson
Nellie D. Johnson LLC

Finalist
No One Will Save Us: A novel by Julie L. Brown
JAB Press

Finalist
The Wages of Freedom by Re'gena Bell-Roberts
Independently Published

Finalist
What Love Leaves Behind by Marian L. Thomas
LB Publishing


Fiction: Anthologies

Winner
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future Volume 40 edited by Jody Lynn Nye
Galaxy Press


Fiction: Cross-Genre

Winner
108: An Eco-Thriller by Dheepa R. Maturi
GFB, an imprint of Girl Friday Productions

Finalist
Campus of Shadows: A Psychic Battle for the Soul by Jo Loveday
Tall Leaf Press

Finalist
Reservations: A Samantha Wright Crime Series by Theresa Janson
TnT Press

Finalist
The Exiled: A Web of Lies, Book 1 by Jason Leigh Smith
Clark & Mackay

Finalist
The Rules of Kongo: Aftermath of a Covert Sting by Jaime Forza
Bahlam Books

Finalist
Willow Rose: A Novel by M. Kevin Hayden
Muse of the Moon Books


Fiction: Fantasy

Winner
The Gift by Evette Davis
She Writes Press

Finalist
A Bargain with Darkness by Peter Eliott
Further Press

Finalist
A Holy Maiden's Guide to Getting Kidnapped by Katy Nyquist
Podium Publishing

Finalist
Eldryan Elders by S.G. Blaise
Lilac Grove Entertainment

Finalist
The Way of Lucherium by Christopher J. Rziha
En Route Books & Media


Fiction: General

Winner
The Broken Weathervane by Laura DeNooyer
Scrivenings Press

Finalist
An American Tragedy by Dan Flanigan
Arjuna Books

Finalist
Open Bar: A Novel by Dan Schorr
SparkPress

Finalist
The Coat Check Girl by Laura Buchwald
Radiance, an imprint of Roan & Weatherford

Finalist
The Commissary by William Doonan
BookYear Mysteries

Finalist
The Horseman's Tale by Tom Equels
Four In Hand Press, an imprint of Trafalgar Square Books


Fiction: Historical

Winner
A Hundred Magical Reasons by Laura DeNooyer
Scrivenings Press

Finalist
A Wolff in the Family: A Novel by Francine Falk-Allen
She Writes Press

Finalist
She Who Rides Horses: A Saga of the Ancient Steppe (Book One) by Sarah V. Barnes
Lilith House Press

Finalist
The Secret Rise by Judith Briles & Brian Barnes
Mile High Press

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


Fiction: Horror

Winner
Labyrinth of Shadows: The Witch's Rebirth Part I by Michaela Riley
Harper Book Writers

Finalist
Mirrored, Darkly (A World of Shadows Novel) by Martin V. Parece II
Independently Published

Finalist
Ordained by David Watkins
Providence Portfolio Partners

Finalist
The Crimson Solution: The Terrifying Quest to Save the Undead by F. S. Jones
Independently Published

Finalist
Veil by Jeff Clulow
Third Eye Press

Finalist
When Shadows Burn by Todd Brown
Koehler Books


Fiction: Inspirational

Winner
Abandon Not My Soul by Sherye S. Green
Sciptoria, an imprint of Sunbury Press, Inc.

Finalist
AI's Journey: The Night Everything Changed: A Magical Story of Growing Up Fast and Learning Who You Are by Marin
Fontreal

Finalist
Ben T. Finnigan's Awesome ADHD Superpowers by May Morrissey
EMM Publishing Enterprises LLC

Finalist
Through A Dark Valley by Sherye S. Green
Sciptoria, an imprint of Sunbury Press, Inc.


Fiction: LGBTQ+

Winner
The Finest Line (The Warehouse District Trilogy, Book 1) by Tegan Kane
Scarlet Vault LLC

Finalist
Bloom: A Novel by Curtis Andrew Burton
Amazon KDP

Finalist
Demaris: Protocol by Brian Randall
Riptide Publishing

Finalist
Give My Love to Berlin by Katherine Bryant
Amphorae Publishing Group

Finalist
Teach Me K-Pop by Kaenyn King
Amazon KDP

Finalist
The Third Act by Kathleen Brehony
Independently Published


Fiction: Literary

Winner
The Sound of a Thousand Stars by Rachel Robbins
Alcove Press

Finalist
Do No Harm by Daniel Ochalek
Koehler Books

Finalist
The House Filler by Tong Ge
Ronsdale Press

Finalist
The Radical Radiance of the Fishing Fly by Lewis K. Schrager
LFEA Press

Finalist
This Way Out by Ron DeChristoforo
Koehler Books


Fiction: Multicultural

Winner
108: An Eco-Thriller by Dheepa R. Maturi
GFB, an imprint of Girl Friday Productions

Finalist
A Piece of the Town by Mattison M. Casaus
Koehler Books

Finalist
Before We Arrived by Jodie Pine
Independently Published

Finalist
Black Cloud Rises by Douglas Robbins
Independently Published

Finalist
Daughter of Blue City: A Novel of Coming-of-Age Through Revolutionary China by Apple An
Voices Heard Publishing, LLC

Finalist
Last Bench by Ram Halady
Pegasus Publishers


Fiction: Mystery/Suspense

Winner
The Far Side of the Desert by Joanne Leedom-Ackerman
Oceanview Publishing

Finalist
Echoes on the Wind by Helaine Mario
Suncoast Publishing

Finalist
Jake Fox: Ties That Bind by Michael Stockham
Whistling Pigs Press, LLC

Finalist
Left on Rancho by Francesco Paola
SparkPress

Finalist
Murder in Moonlight: A Victorian Historical Romance Mystery by Mary Lancaster
Dragonblade Publishing, Inc.

Finalist
Unshackled: A Camille Delaney Mystery by Amanda DuBois
Flashpoint


Fiction: New Age

Winner
The Land of the Dancing Rabbits by Sharon E. Yarbrough
Balboa Press

Finalist
The Guardian by Alison Tracy
Tracy Books LLC


Fiction: Novelette

Winner
Letters from the Olive Tree by Reese Balducci
Veridian House


Fiction: Novella

Winner
The Bayrose Files by Diane Wald
Regal House Publishing

Finalist
Boy of Heaven by Morris Hoffman
Resource Publications, an imprint of Wipf and Stock Publishers

Finalist
Prophets of War by Jack Brown
Morgan House Press

Finalist
Saving Annie by Mathew Tekulsky
Palmetto Publishing

Finalist
The Separation of Briin by K.I.S.
Independently Published

Finalist
When Birds Sing (Milford-Haven Novella) by Mara Purl
Bellekeep Books


Fiction: Religious

Winner
The Reluctant Pioneer: Inspired by a True Story by Julie McDonald Zander
St. Helens Press

Finalist
Fallen Graces by Jim Sano
Full Quiver Publishing

Finalist
Genesis Versus The Apocalypse by AK Howard
Footnail Press

Finalist
Joline by Jim Sano
Full Quiver Publishing

Finalist
New Star: Book 1 in the series "The Magi's Encounters" by Lana Christian
Scrivenings Press

Finalist
The Godchild by S. C. Terlecky
Iron Apothecary Press


Fiction: Romance

Winner
The Black Dragon: A Medieval Romance by Kathryn Le Veque
Kathryn Le Veque Novels, Inc.

Finalist
Beneath the Shadow of Time: Irish Time Travel Romantic Suspense (Always and Forever Book 3) by Vera Bell
Timebound Publishing

Finalist
Finding Love in the Snow by C.S. Kjar
The Lavender Pen

Finalist
Sinfully Yours: A Regency Historical Romance by Kathleen Ayers
Dragonblade Publishing, Inc.

Finalist
The Earl's Promised Bride by Mary Lancaster
Dragonblade Publishing, Inc.

Finalist
Whose Hearts Align by Mara Purl
Haven Books


Fiction: Science Fiction

Winner
Juris Ex Machina by John W. Maly
Highlander Press

Finalist
Imber by Deborah Mistina
Moon Bear Books

Finalist
Space Vault: The Seed Eclipse by Jeremy Clift
ElleWon Press

Finalist
SYNC or FADE OUT: A Christmas Techno-Thriller of Misfits, Mayhem & Rogue AI by C Davert
Davert Forest Creek Publishing LLC

Finalist
Warrior Goddess: Book Two of the Mei Ling Lee Trilogy (The Achilles Battle Fleet) by Brandan Wilson
Elite Publications


Fiction: Short Story

Winner
Homefront: Stories by Victoria Kelly
University of Nevada Press

Finalist
Letters from the Olive Tree by Reese Balducci
Veridian House

Finalist
Never Stop Exiting by Michael Hopkins
Cornerstone Press

Finalist
Shot: A Dictionary of the Lost by Jude Berman
She Writes Press

Finalist
Things That Cause Inappropriate Happiness by Danila Botha
Guernica Editions


Fiction: Thriller/Adventure

Winner
Relentless by Michael Maloof
Golden Oak Writers Guild, LLC

Finalist
Black Sun Rising by Otho Eskin
Meridian Editions

Finalist
Dead to Rights: A Case Younger Thriller by Gary Quesenberry
YMAA Publication Center

Finalist
Hazardous Lies by Stephen J. Wallace
River Grove Books

Finalist
Tequila: A Story of Success, Love, and Violence by Tim Reuben
Meridian Editions

Finalist
The Breacher's Playbook by Tom Hruby and James Pomerantz
Tactical 16 Publishing


Fiction: Visionary

Winner
108: An Eco-Thriller by Dheepa R. Maturi
GFB, an imprint of Girl Friday Productions

Finalist
The Guardian by Alison Tracy
Tracy Books LLC

Finalist
There's A Tortoise in My Hair: A Journey to Spirit by Calvin Barry Schwartz
Earthood Media, LLC


Fiction: Western

Winner
Knoll Mercy, Bounty Hunter: Beautiful Day by Jeffrey L. Barnhart
KDP Publishing


Fiction: Women's Fiction

Winner
Bottom of the Breath by Jayne Mills
She Writes Press

Finalist
All the Broken Angels by Pat Black-Gould and Steve Hardiman
Green Grotto Press, LLC

Finalist
Becoming Mariella by Janet Constantino
She Writes Press

Finalist
Harvesting Rosewater by Paria Hassouri
Koehler Books

Finalist
The Girl Made of Stars: A Novel by K.E. Le Veque
Dragonblade Publishing, Inc.

Finalist
The Perfumer's Secret by Neroli Lacey
She Writes Press


Fiction: Young Adult

Winner
Zephyr's Flight by Ray Strong
Impulse Fiction

Finalist
Alliance by Tyler Svec
Independently Published

Finalist
Fog & Fireflies by T.H. Lehnen
Aspen & Thorn Press

Finalist
Menilmonea: The Cycle of the Titans - Book One by David Catuhe
Independently Published

Finalist
The Wounded Sky by Ray Strong
Impulse Fiction

Finalist
Whisper of Fate by Molly Crowe
Yorkshire Publishing


Health: Addiction & Recovery

Winner
Rise. Recover. Thrive.: How I Got Strong, Got Sober, and Built a Movement of Hope by Scott Strode
Stand Together Press

Finalist
Addiction Is A Family Disease by Art Dielhenn
Ultimate Word Publishing

Finalist
The Bad Girls Club: Promises of a Spirituality-Based Recovery by Karen Marginot
Koehler Books

Finalist
The Hardest Help: Supporting a Loved One Through Alcoholism by Holly Thornton
HCT Press


Health: Aging/50+

Winner
Good to Go: Five Understandings to Navigate a Peaceful and Elegant Last Chapter of Life by John A. Horton, MD
New Insights Press

Finalist
Joyous Longevity: The A-Z Field Guide by Sieglinde Othmer
Joyous Longevity Books, LLC

Finalist
Love and Time: Embracing Change, Growth and Mature Relationships in the Winter of Life by Richard Matzkin
Wisdom Exchange Publications

Finalist
The Miracle Morning After 50: A Proven Path to Joy, Vitality, and Purpose for Aging Adults by Dwayne Clark and Hal Elrod
BenBella Books

Finalist
Walking A Friend Home: A Practical Guide to Consciously Living & Dying by Kathy Arnos
Spirit Dance Publishing, a division of Whole Planet Productions


Health: Alternative Medicine

Winner
The Biology of Trauma: How the Body Holds Fear, Pain, Overwhelm, and How to Heal It by Aimie Apigian
BenBella Books

Finalist
Your Body Already Knows by Nidhi Bhanshali Pandya
Watkins Publishing


Health: Cancer

Winner
Taming Cancer: 21st Century Biology and the Future of Cancer Medicine by Drew N. Kelner, Ph.D.
BioCentury Press

Finalist
Living While Dying by Thom Barrett
Independently Published

Finalist
When Cells Rebel: Your Martial Arts and Defeating Cancer by Lawrence Kane & Kris Wilder
Stickman Publications, Inc.


Health: Death & Dying

Winner
Dying to Live: Finding Life's Meaning Through Death by Andy Chaleff
Meaningful Relations Consulting LLC

Finalist
Treasures from Beyond the Rainbows by Angelica R. Clark
Mindful Impressions, LLC


Health: Diet and Exercise

Winner
Vibrant Juicy Life: A Woman's Journey to Conquer Food Cravings, Feel Better, and Live Bigger by Juniper Devecis Manuscripts LLC


Health: General

Winner
Kinship Medicine: Cultivating Interdependence to Heal the Earth and Ourselves by Wendy Johnson MD MPH
North Atlantic Books

Finalist
HEADACHES: Why You Have Them – What You Can Do About Them by Egilius L.H. Spierings, MD, PhD
Fulton Books

Finalist
Transforming Healthcare Through Negotiation: A Guide to Success in Medicine, Care Delivery and the Business of Health by Stacey B. Lee
Routledge


Health: Psychology/Mental Health

Winner
Parents Have Feeling, Too: A Guide to Navigating Your Emotions So You and Your Family Can Thrive by Hilary Jacobs Hendel, LCSW and Juli Fraga, PsyD
Alcove Press/Crooked Lane Publishers

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
Mission Vigilant: A Mother's Crusade to Stem the Tide of Veteran Suicide by Susan Cleland and Sherye S. Green
Valor Publishers

Finalist
Recovering from Emotional Trauma: Essential Tools to Help Calm Your Emotions, Heal Your Sense of Self, and Strengthen Your Relationships by Dr. Todd Berntson
DTI Publishing

Finalist
The Best I Can Do: A True Story of Navigating the Complexities of Mental Illness and Homelessness by Cheryl Landes
Tabby Cat Communications


Health: Women's Health

Winner
Body Image Inside Out: A Revolutionary Approach to Body Image Healing by Deb Schachter, MSW & Whitney Otto, MA, PCC
Sheldon Press, Hachette UK

Finalist
Never Let Them See You Sweat: How Science Can Help Us Harness Stress For Success by Leigh Vinocur, MD
Bloomsbury

Finalist
No Women Left Behind: A Journey of Hope to Heal Every Woman Injured in Childbirth by Kate Grant
She Writes Press

Finalist
Such A Pretty Picture: A Memoir by Andrea Leeb
She Writes Press


History: General

Winner
100 Objects from the Collections of the YIVO Institute for Jewish Research by Stefanie Halpern
YIVO Institute for Jewish Research

Finalist
Bring One Home: A Memoir of Boyhood, Basketball, and Hometown Spirit by Thomas L. Pelissero
Sellar Street Boys Publishing LLC

Finalist
For You, My Hero by Lisa Malooly
Amazon

Finalist
Kings of Stone: The Hittite Enigma by R Jay Driskill
Red Pirate Media

Finalist
Northland Mall: Second Edition by Gerald E. Naftaly
Independently Published


History: Military

Winner
W.G.: The Opium-addicted Pistol Toting Preacher Who Raised First Federal African-American Union Troops by Donna Burtch & William Burtch
Sunbury Press

Finalist
Because: A CIA Coverup and a Son's Odyssey to Find the Father He Never Knew by James B. Wells
Milspeak Books

Finalist
Unseen Obstacles: Overcoming the Ten Major Causes of Leadership Failures by Mike T. Lightner
Dare2Dream Leadership Development


History: United States

Winner
Land Rich, Cash Poor: My Family's Hope and the Untold History of the Disappearing American Farmer by Brian Reisinger
Skyhorse Publishing

Finalist
Captain Kidd by Samuel Marquis
Diversion Books

Finalist
COVID WARS: America's Struggle Over Public Health and Personal Freedom by Ronald Gruner
Libratum Press

Finalist
Farrell's Ice Cream Parlour Restaurants by Jerry Naftaly
Independently Published

Finalist
Mrs. Orcutt's Driveway: A Legendary Road - An Unstoppable Woman by C. V. Wooster
Taciturn Studios LLC

Finalist
Warriors for Liberty: William Dollarson & Michigan's Civil War African Americans edited by Jack Dempsey
Mission Point Press


Home & Garden

Winner
Amazing Hummingbirds You Can Find In Arizona by Kelly Isley
B&IB Publishers


Humor/Comedy/Satire

Winner
The Silver Squad: Rebels With Wrinkles by Marty Essen
Encante Press, LLC

Finalist
Come Sit With Me And Let's Talk by Brian Edwards
Palmetto Publishing

Finalist
Fun: Essays on a Life Embraced by Aline
Weiller KDP

Finalist
That Kind of Girl by Jacey Bici
JCBC Publishing, LLC


LGBTQ+ Nonfiction

Winner
Come Sit With Me And Let's Talk by Brian Edwards
Palmetto Publishing

Finalist
A Life In Letters: A story of resilience, sequins and hope. by Rodney Rhoda Taylor
Cresting Wave Publishing, LLC

Finalist
Ankrboy by Mark Pettit
Mark Pettit LLC

Finalist
Back from Suicide: Before and After the Essential Patrick by Marie Lisette Rimer
Hillside Woods

Finalist
Insist That They Love You: Craig Rodwell and the Fight for Gay Pride by John Van Hoesen
University of Toronto Press

Finalist
You've Been Blocked, The Search for Gay Male Perfection by Joseph Contorer MA
The Collateral Press


Multicultural: Nonfiction

Winner
The Painted Pink Dress: A Daughter's Story of Family, Betrayal, and Her Search for the Truth by Minu Cash
Sandra Jonas Publishing

Finalist
Northland Mall: Second Edition by Gerald E. Naftaly
Independently Published


New Age: Nonfiction

Winner
Sacred Forest Bathing by Ellen Dee Davidson
Inner Traditions

Finalist
Empathic Evolution: An Invitation from the Council of We by Jennifer Elizabeth Moore
Des'Tai Press (a division of Modern Medicine Lady LLC)

Finalist
Go Within To Change Your Life: A Hidden Wisdom Workbook for Personal Transformation by Carl Greer, PhD, PsyD
Chiron Publications

Finalist
The Shaman's Apprentice: A memoir by Vonetta Rain
Independently Published


Nonfiction: Creative

Winner
The Non-Obvious Guide to Drawing Your Future: Solve Problems, Explain Ideas, Sell Anything by Patti Dobrowolski
Ideapress Publishing

Finalist
Behind the Mask: A Pandemic Memoir by Passang Nuru Sherpa
KDP

Finalist
Broken Open: Essays by Martha Gies
Trail to Table Books, an imprint of Wandering Aengus Press

Finalist
Nether Land by Kem Hinton
Tenebo Publishing Company


Nonfiction: Cross-Genre

Winner
Perceptive: Insights for leaders who feel more, process deeply, and think differently by Rachel Eve Radway
Seaglass Books

Finalist
Chasing My Northern Lights by Thom Barrett
Living Life Press

Finalist
Land Rich, Cash Poor: My Family's Hope and the Untold History of the Disappearing American Farmer by Brian Reisinger
Skyhorse Publishing

Finalist
Song of the Cardinal: A true story of miracles and magic after heartbreaking loss by Cynthia Waine Brandt
Starfish Publishing, LLC

Finalist
This Visible Speaking: Catching Light Through The Camera's Eye by Kathryn Winograd
The Humble Essayist Press


Nonfiction: General

Winner
9 Wonder Words: A Language for Living Well Even When All Hell Breaks Loose by Lucy Turner
Independently Published

Finalist
Little Boy, I Know Your Name by Mitchell Raff
River Grove

Finalist
Palmetto Pioneers: From Harmony to Hostility by Cindy Roe Littlejohn
Independently Published

Finalist
Priceless: Curing The Healthcare Crisis (Second Edition) by John C. Goodman
Independent Institute


Nonfiction: Inspirational

Winner
The Change Guidebook: How to Align Your Heart, Truths, and Energy to Find Success in All Areas of Your Life by Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino
HCI / Simon & Schuster

Finalist
Be Seen Now! Inspiring Insights Into Being a Fearless Speaker by Lee Glickstein
Precocity Press

Finalist
Must: Becoming the Person You Are Meant to Be by Stephen Rue
Houndstooth Press

Finalist
Seeking Shama: Me, My Dog, and the Road to Inner Peace by Kee Kee Buckley
Wellness Writers Press

Finalist
The Stories They Hear: Expecting Greatness as the Key to Success by Dr. William Keyes IV
Ideapress Publishing

Finalist
The Success Guidebook: How to Visualize, Actualize, and Amplify You by Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino
HCI / Simon & Schuster


Nonfiction: Narrative

Winner
A Sometimes Paradise: Reflection on Life in a Wyoming Ranch Family by Mark E. Miller
Sandra Jonas Publishing

Finalist
Another Step Up the Mountain by Dianette Wells with Brit Elders
Mango Publishing

Finalist
Grow Your Why: One Story at a Time by Barbara Bray
Why Press Publishing

Finalist
Life Minutes: Igniting Joy from the Fire of Heartache by Tara Heaton
Two Sisters Writing & Publishing, Inc.

Finalist
What My Brother Knew, A Memoir by Kristina Amelong
She Writes Press


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
Exploring Wine Regions – Mexico written and photographed by Michael C. Higgins, PhD
International Exploration Society

Finalist
Farrell's Ice Cream Parlour Restaurants by Jerry Naftaly
Independently Published

Finalist
The Beautifully Organized Estate Planner: The Ultimate Estate Planning Organizer for End of Life by Nikki Boyd
Blue Star Press, Paige Tate & Co.

Finalist
The Official White House Christmas Ornament: Collected Stories of a Holiday Tradition, 6th edition by Marcia Anderson
White House Historical Association

Finalist
The People's House Miscellany: A Treasury of White House History, Fun Facts, and Things to Know by Stewart D. McLaurin
White House Historical Association


Parenting & Family

Winner
Safest Family on the Block: 101 Tips, Tricks, Hacks, and Habits to Protect Your Family by Jason Brick
YMAA Publication Center

Finalist
Adoption Memoirs: Inside Stories by Marianne Novy
Temple University Press

Finalist
Every Other Weekend: Coming of Age With Two Different Dads by Anthony J. Mohr
Koehler Books

Finalist
Giving Up the Ghost: A Daughter's Memoir by Samantha Rose
Sibylline Press

Finalist
Hey Dad…: Everything You Should've Learned About Life (But Didn't) by Rob Finlay
Post Hill Press

Finalist
Parents Have Feeling, Too: A Guide to Navigating Your Emotions So You and Your Family Can Thrive by Hilary Jacobs Hendel, LCSW and Juli Fraga, PsyD
Alcove Press/Crooked Lane Publishers


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
Mae West and Her Adonises by Michael Gregg Michaud
Bear Manor Media

Finalist
PATRICK SWATZE Still Inspiring! by Sue Tabashnik
Passion Spirit Dreams Press

Finalist
Shakespeare Sonnets as Scenes by Diane Disque Kurz
Disque Publishing House


Photography

Winner
Exploring Wine Regions – Mexico written and photographed by Michael C. Higgins, PhD
International Exploration Society

Finalist
Amazing Hummingbirds You Can Find In Arizona by Kelly Isley
B&IB Publishers

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


Poetry: Anthologies

Winner
A Line Meant edited by Dasha Hamilton
Jaded Ibis Press

Finalist
Sea of Tranquility: A Literary Anthology by the South Florida Writers Association Authors Lunar Codex
South Florida Writers Association

Finalist
When I Was Straight: A Tribute to Maureen Seaton edited by Dustin Brookshire
Harbor Editions, an imprint of Small Harbor Publishing


Poetry: Chapbook

Winner
A Gift, Her Slipper, and Yesterday's Rainbow by Allison Thorpe
The Poetry Box

Finalist
The Heart of It by Alan Perry
Kelsay Books

Finalist
The Mood Ring Diaries by Jessica D. Thompson
Kelsay Books

Finalist
The Strength of Surrender by Thom Barrett
Living Life Press


Poetry: Contemporary

Winner
Language of the Wound is Love by Megha Sood
FlowerSong Press

Finalist
An Unlikely Sunset: A Collection of Haiku, Tanka & Chöka Poetry by Joe Giampaolo
Independently Published

Finalist
Revelry by J. Claire
Red Poet Publishing

Finalist
WHISH by Jackie Craven
Press 53


Poetry: General

Winner
Fluent in Blue by Erin Murphy
Grayson Books

Finalist
Mothers and Fathers, Sons and Daughters by James Hochtritt
Finishing Line Press


Poetry: Narrative

Winner
Songs from Fern's Pond by Sheryl Pothier Harmer
Girl Friday Productions

Finalist
Celebrating Maud: A Tribute to L.M. Montgomery by A.C. Blake
Birdtree Press

Finalist
Echoes of Aztlan by Victor Vasquez
Suburban Buzz

Finalist
Navigation by Linda Neal Reising
Kelsay Books

Finalist
The Mood Ring Diaries by Jessica D. Thompson
Kelsay Books


Poetry: Nature

Winner
Bright Mornings, Lit Paths: Poems, Prayers, and Prose Along the Way by Patti Jones Morgan
Signature Seasons Editions

Finalist
Revelry by J. Claire
Red Poet Publishing

Finalist
Species of Concern by Amelia L. Williams
Shanti Arts Publishing


Poetry: Religious

Winner
Paradise Lost: A Poetic Journey by Paul Buchheit
Resource Publications, an imprint of Wipf and Stock Publishers

Finalist
Bright Mornings, Lit Paths: Poems, Prayers, and Prose Along the Way by Patti Jones Morgan
Signature Seasons Editions


Poetry: Urban

Winner
"RAVE" by Boris Rozas Olifante (Spain)


Religion: Christian Inspirational

Winner
Pieces Falling: Navigating 9/11 with Faith, Family, and the FDNY by Ann Van Hine
Illumify Media

Finalist
Brenda's Wish: A True Story of Faith, Family and the Testament of Love by Jackie Haley
BookPress Publishing

Finalist
Cherish America: Stories of Courage, Character, and Kindness by Robert B. Charles
Tower Publishing

Finalist
God of Cycles: Why Tomorrow Will Be Better Than Yesterday And Today by Frederick Nnoma-Addison, Th.D.
Trilogy Christian Publishing

Finalist
Ice and Fire: Thawing a Murderer's Heart by Baldur Einarsson
Amazon Publishing Plus

Finalist
Science And God by Rodney Bond
Rodney Bond Books


Religion: Christianity

Winner
Flawed to Fruitful: Hope for Men by Rolland Kenneson
ShelteringTree.Earth

Finalist
Seeking the Lost: Sheep by Daniel Cramton
WestBow Press

Finalist
The Working Homemaker: Employed Christian Moms Desiring a Thriving Homelife by Charity Gibson
Wipf and Stock Publishers


Religion: Eastern

Winner
Awakening with Ease: A Simple Direct path for Wise Women Leaders, Mindful Entrepreneurs, Immigrants, Minorities & Seekers by Susmita Barua
Jetlaunch Self-Publishing Co.

Finalist
Finding God by Claudia Azizah Seise
Rabata's Daybreak Press


Religion: General

Winner
What the Bible Says About Tithing and Giving: It's Different Than You Think by Clifton H. Payne, Jr
Palmetto Publishing


Science

Winner
Spiritual Intelligence: Activating the 4 Circuits of the Awakened Brain by Dawson Church
Energy Psychology Press

Finalist
Dinosaur Frontier: Utah at the Dawn of Cretaceous by Christa Sadler
This Earth Press


Self-Help: General

Winner
Body Image Inside Out: A Revolutionary Approach to Body Image Healing by Deb Schachter, MSW & Whitney Otto, MA, PCC
Sheldon Press, Hachette UK

Finalist
Brave New You: Strategies, Tools, and Neurohacks to Live More Courageously Every Day by Mary Poffenroth, Ph.D.
Workman Publishing Company, an Imprint of Hachette Book Group

Finalist
Must: Becoming the Person You Are Meant to Be by Stephen Rue
Houndstooth Press

Finalist
Outsmart the Learning Curve: How Ordinary People Can Achieve Extraordinary Success by Joe Sipher
Koehler Books

Finalist
Springboard: Transform Stress to Work for You by Dr. Rebecca Heiss
Ideapress Publishing

Finalist
We, Humans by Ruchi Shah
Trinetra LLC, NC, US


Self-Help: Motivational

Winner
Joy Prescriptions: How I Learned to Stop Chasing Perfection and Embrace Connection by Dr. Tiffany Moon
Legacy Lit

Finalist
6 Steps To Fewer Days That Suck: Ditch Unhealthy Habits Unzip A Happier You by Deborah Mallow
Wollam Works Publishing

Finalist
Cultivating Audacity: Dismantle Doubt and Let Yourself Win by Anne Marie Anderson
Ideapress Publishing

Finalist
It's Okay Not to Be Fabulous Every Day: A Journey to Self-Discovery by Ally Dalsimer
Telemachus Press, LLC

Finalist
Welcome to the Creative Club: Make Life Your Biggest Art Project by Pia Mailhot-Leichter
Manuscripts, LLC


Self-Help: Relationships

Winner
Mastering Emotions for Men: Proven Steps to Build Intimate Connections, Manage Stress, and Excel at Work Without Feeling Overwhelmed by Jack Wolf
POSG, Inc.

Finalist
Because of Amy: How My Daughter's Death Gave Me Life (And How Your Pain Can Free You Too) by Rita Henry
Inner Prosperity LLC

Finalist
Choose To Be Your Own Champion: The Six-Step Playbook To Become Your Best Self by Dorice Horenstein
Morgan James

Finalist
Finding Value: A Reforming Mean Girl's Guide for Creating More Meaningful Connections by Christine Cooper
Oak Leaf Publishing

Finalist
The Empty Nest Blueprint for Single Parents: Navigate Your New Normal and Thrive for the Most Underrated Stage of Your Life by Anthony Damaschino
Infinite Space Publishing


Social Change

Winner
The Neurodiversity Edge: The Essential Guide to Embracing Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Other Neurological Differences for Any Organization by Maureen Dunne
Wiley

Finalist
Constructed Movements: Extraction and Resistance in Mexican Migrant Communities by Ragini Shah
University of California Press

Finalist
Hope on the Border by Gil Gillenwater
University of Pemakö Press

Finalist
Radical Reality: Documentary Storytelling and the Global Fight for Social Justice by Caty Borum and David Conrad-Pérez
Oxford University Press

Finalist
What We Can Do: A Climate Optimist's Guide to Sustainable Living by Charlie Sellars
Wise Ink Creative Publishing


Spirituality: General

Winner
Spiritual Intelligence: Activating the 4 Circuits of the Awakened Brain by Dawson Church
Energy Psychology Press

Finalist
Archangel Alchemy Healing: The Celestial Science in the Vibration of the Universe by Alexandra Wenman
Findhorn Press / Inner Traditions

Finalist
Finding Real Yoga by Daren Black
Independently Published

Finalist
Hustle, Flow, or Let It Go?: A Guide to Shame-Free Wellness That Honors Your Reality and Gives You Life by Portia Preston DrPH
Revell, a division of Baker Publishing House

Finalist
Love’s Cauldron: Reclaim Your Wild Feminine – Book 1, Deliverance: The Freeing of Oneself by Jennifer J. Lehr
Filament Publishing

Finalist
The Veil Breaker: Beyond Madness to Freedom by Mark Hattas
The O Coalition, Powered by Thought Leader Press


Spirituality: Inspirational

Winner
What is My Legacy?: Realizing a New Dream of Connection, Love and Fulfillment by Martin Luther King III, Andrea Waters King, Marc Kielburger and Craig Kielburger
Flashpoint Books

Finalist
HOLY VOID: Zero-Thought-Consciousness by Yarek Alfer
GFB, an imprint of Girl Friday Productions

Finalist
Sacred Forest Bathing by Ellen Dee Davidson
Inner Traditions

Finalist
Song of the Cardinal: A true story of miracles and magic after heartbreaking loss by Cynthia Waine Brandt
Starfish Publishing, LLC

Finalist
The Manifestation Frequency: Hidden Ancient Secrets Revealed to Awaken the Power Within by Roy Waugh
Independently Published


Sports

Winner
Analysis of Shu Ha Ri in Karate-Do: When a Fighting Art Becomes a Fine Art by Hermann Bayer, Ph.D.
YMAA Publication Center

Finalist
Coach of Champions: D.L. Holmes and the Making of Detroit's Track Stars by Keith D. Wunderlich and David L. Holmes Jr.
Wayne State University Press

Finalist
Out of the Mouth of Babe by Kelly Bennett
Familius

Finalist
The House Divided: The Story of the First Congressional Baseball Game by J.B. Manheim
Sunbury Press

Finalist
The Pioneers of All Star Cheer: The History of Evolution of the Sport with Tips from Gym Owners and Entrepreneurs by S. R. Fabrico
SRF Creations

Finalist
Top 10 Kicks Every Fighter Should Know by Augustus John Roe
YMAA Publication Center


Travel: Guides & Essays

Winner
Exploring Wine Regions – Mexico written and photographed by Michael C. Higgins, PhD
International Exploration Society

Finalist
Embracing the Cold by Thom Barrett
Living Life Press

Finalist
Europe à la Mode: 9 Tips for a Cherry-on-Top Travel Experience by Linda Hall-Kelsoe
Independently Published

Finalist
Geri o Shimasu: Adventures of a Baka Gaijin by Alia Luria
Unsolicited Press

Finalist
True Nature: Hidden in the High Sierra by Lisa Michelle
Barking Raven Press


True Crime: Nonfiction

Winner
After Escobar: Taking Down the Notorious Cali Godfathers and the Biggest Drug Cartel in History by Chris Feistl and Dave Mitchell with Jessica Balboni
Post Hill Press

Finalist
Allegedly: True Crime From Pontotoc County, OK by Raven Rollins
The Sirens Network

Finalist
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
Looking for Trouble by Maurice Hicks
Fulton Books

Finalist
Odyssey Moscow: One American's Journey From Russia Optimist to Prisoner of the State by Michael Calvey
The History Press

Finalist
Vanishing Act: A Crashed Airliner, Faked Death, and Backroom Abortions by Jerry Jamison
Rowman & Littlefield, a division of Bloomsbury


Women's Issues/Women's Studies

Winner
Women and Wealth: A Playbook to Empower Clients and Unlock Their Fortune by Cary Carbonaro
Wiley

Finalist
#MeToo TV: Essays on Streaming Rape Culture edited by Ralph Beliveau and Lisa Funnell
McFarland & Company, Inc. Publishers

Finalist
Becoming HER: Straight Talk for Healing, Embodying, and Radiating as Your Most Powerful Self by Monica Yates
Post Hill Press

Finalist
Hot Flash: How the Law Ignores Menopause and What We Can Do About It by Emily Gold Waldman, Bridget J. Crawford, and Naomi R. Cahn
Stanford University Press

Finalist
No Women Left Behind: A Journey of Hope to Heal Every Woman Injured in Childbirth by Kate Grant
She Writes Press

Finalist
We the Men: How Forgetting Women's Struggles for Equality Perpetuates Inequality by Jill Elaine Hasday
Oxford University Press


Young Adult Nonfiction

Winner
I'm Not Alone: A Teen's Guide to Living with a Parent Who Has a Mental Illness or History of Trauma by Michelle D. Sherman and DeAnne M. Sherman
Seeds of Hope Books

Finalist
Journey into Adulthood: A Young Person's Initiation for Navigating the Seasons of Their Life by Richard Matzkin
Wisdom Exchange Publications

Finalist
The Ayeee to Z Adulting Guide: How to Navigate Adulthood Like a Boss! by E. Z. Grace
EZ Does It Publications




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