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  • When Is The Deadline For Entry?
    Final deadline is September 30, 2024.
  • Will I Receive A Confirmation That I Entered?
    Yes, via email.
  • I Live Outside The United States, am I Eligible?
    Yes, but your book must be published in English.
  • Can Someone Other Than The Author Enter a Book?
    Yes, but interested parties such as the publisher or an agent must be notified.
  • Is There An Age Requirement To Enter?
    Yes, you must be at least 18 years of age to enter.
  • What Are the Book Categories?
    All of the categories/genre are listed at this link.
  • Can I Enter More Than One Book?
    Yes.
  • Can I Enter The Same Book In More Than One Category?
    Yes. You can enter the same book in up to three (3) additional categories if you think it might fit more than one genre.
  • Will I Retain My Book Rights If I Enter?
    Yes. The author and/or publisher will always retain the copyright to a title.
  • What eBook Formats Do You Accept for the Judges to Use?
    We accept ePub, MOBI and PDF ebook formats.
  • Are There Any Restrictions on the Size of the Printed Books?
    No.
  • What Happens After I Enter?
    You will receive a confirmation email that will give the link to pay the entry fee as well as how to send the hard copy and ebook copies. Once we receive your hard copy book, we will also send an email to confirm receipt.
  • What Do You Do With My Book File?
    Ebook files are strictly used by the judges for evaluating your content. Your book files and email addresses are never shared with any entity.
  • Can I Enter A Book That Has Not Been Released Yet?
    If you would like to enter the awards competition and your printed book will not be available until after the final deadline of September 30, 2024, please email competition officials to discuss the issue.
  • What If My Printed Book Will Not Be Ready by the Deadline of September 30, 2024?
    Please contact competition officials to discuss an issue like this this email address.
  • Is There A Minimum Word Count For Entries?
    Fiction entries are limited to full-length novels consisting of 40,000 words or more. Non-fiction entries are limited to 30,000 words or more. Children’s Books do not have a minimum word count. Anthologies and Collections are limited to 30,000 words or more. Poetry Collections should have no less than 64 pages.
  • What Do You Mean By Independently Published?
    If your book is published by anyone other than the Big 5 Publishing Houses your book basically qualifies as an independently published project. A book can be self-published or published by a hybrid or small press. If you still have more questions please email us.
  • When Will Winners Be Announced?
    Winners will be announced December 1, 2024. The winner of the online internet vote will be announced January 7, 2025.
  • How Do I Send My Book?
    Please send your package with the book and a copy of the Entry Form information via UPS, USPS or FedEx. As long as there is some kind of tracking on the package for your peace of mind.
  • Can I Send A Watermarked Copy Of My Book?
    No. ARCs (advanced reader copies) and galleys are also NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ENTRY.
  • Can A Publicist, Agent Or Representative Enter My Book For Me?
    Yes, if they have the proper permission.
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