2021 Book of the Year Award Winners
The 2021 Grand Prize Book of the Year
Joy: The story of a dolphin trainer, filmmaker, and cancer survivor by Joy Clausen Soto
The 2021 Fiction Books of the Year
First Place - General Jack and the Battle of the Five Kingdoms by David Bush
Second Place - Steel Trap by Geoffrey Saign
Third Place - Beneath the Flames by Gregory Lee Renz
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The 2021 Non-Fiction Books of the Year
First Place - Brain Dance: My Journey with Invisible Illness, Second Chances, and the Wonders of Applied Neuroscience by Diane Wilson
Second Place - Ninety-Nine Fire Hoops: A Memoir by Allison Hong Merrill
Third Place - Finding the Missing Peace: A Healing Journey to Wholeness by
Chris Duffy-Wentzel
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The 2021 Category Winners and Finalists
Congratulations to all winners and finalists! Finalists are listed in random order.
FICTION: ACTION/ADVENTURE
*Outstanding Action/Adventure*
Taro: Legendary Boy Hero of Japan by Blue Spruell
Finalists
The Devil Take Tomorrow: A Thrilling Revolutionary War Adventure by Gretchen Jeannette
Steel Trap by Geoffrey Saign
Masters of the Broken Watches by Razi Imam
Hot Ice, Cold Blood by Holly Spofford
Swarm: Artificial Intelligence Decodes End Time Prophecies by Guy Morris
The Tree of Knowledge by Daniel G. Miller
FICTION: CHRISTIAN/RELIGIOUS
*Outstanding Christian/Religious Fiction*
I Never Knew You by Patrick Higgins
Finalists
Close to the Soul by Mary Jo Thayer
Save Him by William M Hayes
Gus Busbi by Jim Sano
Living Water by Allison Wells
General Jack and the Battle of the Five Kingdoms by David Bush
The 4th Watch: The Assignment by RS Newman
Where Daffodils Bloom: Based on the True Story of a WWII War Bride by Leya Delray
FICTION: FANTASY
*Outstanding Fantasy*
Anchored by Bridget E. Baker
Finalists
Sanctum: Sands of Setesh by C.S. Kading and Tony Fuentes
A Light in the Sky by Shina Reynolds
Druid Quest: Maegics Heir by GL Cramb
Hall of Skulls by Jamie Eubanks
Clarissa Hedgestone and the Blood Moon by C. Jill Hefte
General Jack and the Battle of the Five Kingdoms by David Bush
Taro: Legendary Boy Hero of Japan by Blue Spruell
FICTION: SHORT STORY COLLECTION
*Outstanding Short Story Collection*
On Traigh Lar Beach by Dianne Ebertt Beeaff
Finalists
In the Shadow of Green Bamboos by C. L. Hoang
Driftwood by Anthony Lee Head
Lost Girls by Ellen Birkett Morris
The Trail Back Out by Jadi Campbell
Ekleipsis by Tamel Wino
Lost Creatures by S.G. Browne
FIRST NOVEL (50,000 to 80,000 Words)
*Outstanding First Novel (50,000 to 80,000 Words)*
The Sound of Violet by Allen Wolf
Finalists
Death's Legacy by Dennis Crosby
The Book of Hannah: A Tragicomedy in Three Trimesters by Ellen Gelerman
Emilie: The Journey Begins by Ingrid Ramsdale
Who Rescued Who? Ocean Pals Book #1 by Jamie Mitchell Hadzick
The Collection by Trisha Hasbrouck
There Seemed A River by Brian David Cinadr
Mandala Mandela by R.J. Myles
FIRST NOVEL (Over 80,000 Words)
*Outstanding First Novel (Over 80,000 Words)
Beneath the Flames by Gregory Lee Renz
Finalists
Southside Gothic: A Jordan Bell Novel by J. E. Staab
Once upon a Mulberry Field by C. L. Hoang
Evening in the Yellow
Wood by Laura Kemp
Up for Air by Christina Berry
Eden by C J Singh
The Last Lumenian by S.G. Blaise
FICTION: HISTORICAL
*Outstanding Historical*
Chateau Laux: A Story of Colonial America by David Loux
Finalists
Where Butterflies Go by Debra Doxer
A Bend in The River: 2 Sisters Struggle to Survive the Vietnam War by Libby Fischer Hellmann
The Lost Symphony: A historical mystery action adventure by Gabriel Farago
Taro: Legendary Boy Hero of Japan by Blue Spruell
Brothers of War: The Iron Brigade at Gettysburg by Michael Eisenhut
The Devil Take Tomorrow: A Thrilling Revolutionary War Adventure by Gretchen Jeannette
FICTION: HORROR
*Outstanding Horror*
Soul Seeker by Kaylin McFarren
Finalists
The Mummy of Monte Cristo by J. Trevor Robinson
King of the Nine Hells by Dean Klein
Shattered Lives: A DCI Gerald Croft Thriller by Sarah Stuart
Deification by Brooklynn Dean
Goddess of Everything: A Blood-Curdling Tale of Truth, Freedom, and Love by Paul DeBlassie III
Within the Fog by Chuck Welch
FICTION AND NON-FICTION: HUMOR/COMEDY/SATIRE
*Outstanding Humor/Comedy/Satire*
Life in the Chastity Zone by Holly Brandon
Finalists
Get Idiota by Nate Granzow
Some Assembly Required: An Organ Transplant Love Story by TJ Condon
Welcome To the Swamp: An Illustrated Journey Into The Deplorable World of Donald J. Trump by Tim Doyle and Swampy Don
The Love Hex or Nicest Flings in Mexico by Mike Meier
Dispatches from the Swinging Door Saloon by Randall McNair
FICTION: LITERARY/GENERAL FICTION
*Outstanding Literary General Fiction*
Dad by Bob Seay
Finalists
Beneath the Flames by Gregory Lee Renz
There Seemed A River by Brian David Cinadr
To The Stars: A Novel by Shannon Bradley-Colleary
The Clovis Dig by Teri Fink
The Solitude of Guilt by Sebastian Mathew
The Wilderness Between Us by Penny Haw
FICTION: MYSTERY
*Outstanding Mystery*
The Lost Symphony: A historical mystery action adventure by Gabriel Farago
Finalists
Death by Arrangement by Kathleen Torian Taylor
Game of Bones by Geraldine Evans
Unfinished Business by Tony Tedeschi
Death By Chaos by Renaii West
Sun Valley Serenade by M. Bryce Ternet
A Just Reckoning: A Tess Alexander Mystery by Joan Merriam
FICTION: PARANORMAL/SUPERNATURAL
*Outstanding Paranormal/Supernatural*
Death's Legacy by Dennis Crosby
Finalists
To Reap the Spirit by Sarah Lampkin
Evening in the Yellow Wood by Laura Kemp
Stealing Embers by Julie Hall
Everlong by R. Raeta
Gods In the Ruins: A Vatican Archives Thriller by E.R. Barr
Outfoxed by R.J. Blain
FICTION: ROMANCE
*Outstanding Romance*
Alaska Spark: A Friends to Lovers Workplace Romance by LoLo Paige
Finalists
Turn Back Time by Annette G. Anders
Everlong by R. Raeta
The Past Love: A MacLeod Time-Travel Rom Com by J.G. MacLeod
Life in the Chastity Zone by Holly Brandon
Up for Air by Christina Berry
False Front by Debbie Baldwin
FICTION: SCIENCE FICTION
*Outstanding Science Fiction*
Masters Of the Broken Watches by Razi Imam
Finalists
Save Him by William M Hayes
The Exodus by David Fairchild
The Patriot's Grill by Steven Day
The Last Lumenian by S.G. Blaise
Hall of Skulls by Jamie Eubanks
The Destroyer of Worlds by Steven Seril
Eden by C J Singh
FICTION: NOVELLA
*Outstanding Novella*
The Sasquatch of Jackson Farm by Christine Kezelos
Finalists
The Summer of 1957: Secrets Left in the Basement by Judith E. Powell
Shift by Kimber Ireland
Blood and Silver by Vali Benson
The Serpent and the Swan: A Grimm-Dark Fairy Tale by Ashland Pym
Hobson's Mischief by Caitlin Decatur
Work in Progress by Susan Jean Ricci
FICTION: THRILLER/SUSPENSE
*Outstanding Thriller/Suspense*
Steel Trap by Geoffrey Saign
Finalists
The Lost Symphony: A historical mystery action adventure by Gabriel Farago
Gods In the Ruins: A Vatican Archives Thriller by E.R. Barr
Swarm: Artificial Intelligence Decodes End Time Prophecies by Guy Morris
Persist: The Evangeline Series by Astrid Aurelius
The Spy Devils by Joe Goldberg
The Lambda Factor by Dimple Patel Desai
FICTION: WOMEN’S FICTION
*Outstanding Women’s Fiction*
The Exit Strategy by Lainey Cameron
Finalists
In Due Time by Annette G. Anders
All 4 Love by Sharain Hemingway
Life in the Chastity Zone by Holly Brandon
First Course by Jenn Bouchard
Lady Be Good: The Life and Times of Dorothy Hale by Pamela Hamilton
After Happily Ever After by Leslie A. Rasmussen
FICTION AND NON-FICTION LGBTQ
*Outstanding LGBTQ*
Don't Mind Me, I'm Just Having a Bad Life by Lewis Kempfer
Finalists
The Pebble Champion by A. D. Pritchard
The Sting of Victory: A Dark Fantasy Lesbian Romance by S D Simper
My Father's Indian: How a Butterfly Split the Oak by Eric Dorsey
The Coldness of Objects by Panayotis Cacoyannis
The Love Factor by Quinn Ivins
Callisto 2.0: A novel of the future by Susan English
FICTION: YOUNG ADULT/TEEN/NEW ADULT
*Outstanding Young Adult/Teen/New Adult*
General Jack and the Battle of the Five Kingdoms by David Bush
Finalists
Eden by C J Singh
Ski Weekend by Rektok Ross
Druid Quest: Maegics Heir by GL Cramb
The Scarlet Queen by Mitch Reinhardt
If Everyone Knew Every Plant and Tree by Julia Johnston
Scaled by J.T. Ashmore
FICTION: CHILDREN’S/JUVENILE
*Outstanding Children’s/Juvenile Fiction*
But i don't want to say GOODBYE! A Child's Journey Through Grief by Ta'Shay Mason
Finalists
The Adventures of Charlie Marley: Midnight's Moment In Time by Andrew Luria
The Children of Horseshoe Hideout by Rebecca Vorkapich
Big Change, Better You, Beautiful World by Lindsey J Frank
Kara Koala and Her Kaleidoscope of Feelings by Kara Marziali
Skylar Robbins: The Mystery of the Hidden Jewels by Carrie Cross
Let's talk! A story of Autism and Friendship by Lisa Jacovsky
Big Little Voice: Colours the Grey by Maria Vaciago
FICTION: CHILDREN’S ILLUSTRATED
*Outstanding Children’s Fiction Illustrated (Tie)*
Because You Are Here by Dr. Yasmin Salleh
A Dinosaur Made Me Sneeze: A Rock Cycle Adventure by Carla Mae Jansen
Finalists
Magical Mia: Kindness is Contagious by Julie Cassetta
When The Sky Roars by Katie Weaver
Jake the Growling Dog Goes to Doggy Daycare by Samantha Shannon
I Am a Triathlete by Mrs Nia Obotette
Together by Heather Stricker
Ruby and Alfie Don't Push that Button by Gibb Hil
NON-FICTION: CHILDREN’S/JUVENILE/YOUNG ADULT
*Outstanding Children’s/Juvenile/Young Adult Non-Fiction*
Moment: Inspiring Our Youth to be Active Global Citizens by Robert Abad
Finalists
Monologues for Kids and Tweens II: 100 New Comedy and Drama Monologues for Young Actors by Mike Kimmel
Little Miss HISTORY Travels to The Battleship IOWA by Barbara Ann Mojica
Let's Learn about Chemistry by Stephanie Ryan
Why We Wear a Mask: How a squirrel family is helping to stop the spread of Covid-19 by Lieve Snellings
Simple Activities for Toddlers: A Practical Play-At-Home Handbook for Parents by Lisa Forsythe
The Rules of a Little Boss: A book of self-love by Haelee Moone
NON-FICTION: TRUE STORY/DRAMA
*Outstanding True Story/Drama*
Brain Dance: My Journey with Invisible Illness, Second Chances, and the Wonders of Applied Neuroscience by Diane Grimard Wilson
Finalists
Choose Your Friends, Choose Your Life by Debbie Mancuso and Preston Young
Words Whispered in Water: Why the Levees Broke in Hurricane Katrina by Sandy Rosenthal
The Lies I Told Myself by Emma Foster
Down the Rabbit Hole: A Memoir of Abuse, Addiction and Recovery by Kate Russell
Sammy: Hero at Age Five by M. Schmidt and Gene D. Donley
Dancing With Life: A Young Woman's Quest for Art, Love, and Freedom by Dhyanis Carniglia
NON-FICTION: BIOGRAPHY/AUTOBIOGRAPHY
*Outstanding Biography/Autobiography*
Hiding in Plain Sight: My Life and Adventures Protecting Celebrities by Thomas LeBrun
Finalists
Brain Dance: My Journey with Invisible Illness, Second Chances, and the Wonders of Applied Neuroscience by Diane Wilson
Surgeon In the Raw: A Memoir by David Jackson
Playing Soldier by F Scott Service
Little Wing: The Jimmy McCulloch Story by Paul Salley
Chatter Box: My Life with Autism A Mother and Sons Perspective by Martin Slyngstad
Viking Voyager: An Icelandic Memoir by Sverrir Sigurdsson and Veronica Li
NON-FICTION: BUSINESS/SALES/FINANCE
*Outstanding Business/Sales/Finance*
Your Next Big Idea: Improve Your Creativity and Problem-Solving by Samuel Sanders
Finalists
Rebel Leadership: How to Thrive in Uncertain Times by Larry Robertson
Personal Brand Clarity: Identify, Define, & Align to What You Want to be Known For by Suzanne Tulien
The Death of Content as King: How a Data Democracy Has Revolutionized Marketing by Jon Hinderliter
Survive and Thrive: How to Build a Profitable Business in Any Economy by John Meese
The Noble Edge: Reclaiming an Ethical World One Choice at a Time by Christopher Gilbert, PhD
Winning Digital Customers: The Antidote to Irrelevance by Howard Tiersky
NON-FICTION: CAREER/OCCUPATIONAL
*Outstanding Career/Occupational*
Rebel Leadership: How to Thrive in Uncertain Times by Larry Robertson
Finalists
Your Next Big Idea: Improve Your Creativity and Problem-Solving by Samuel Sanders
Self-Publish & Succeed: The No Boring Books Way to Writing a Non-Fiction Book that Sells by Julie Broad
Hello Career: What You Need to Know to Be Successful in Your First Job by Ed Bray
The Career Toolkit: Essential Skills for Success That No One Taught You by Mark A. Herschberg
Take Charge: The Skills That Drive Professional Success by Norman Bacal
Surviving the Horror of Online Meetings: How to Facilitate Good Virtual Meetings & Manage Meeting Monsters by Brian Tarallo
NON-FICTION: GRIEF/HARDSHIP
*Outstanding Grief/Hardship*
Health, Healing, and Wholeness: Devotions of Hope in the Midst of Illness by Tracy Crump
Finalists
Butterfly Awakens: A Memoir of Transformation Through Grief by Meg Nocero
Voices from the Fallen: True Stories of Addiction, Grief, Recovery, and Courage by Michael Tourville
Heartbroken: Grief and Hope Inside the Opioid Crisis by Ellen Krohne
Boldly into the Darkness: Living with Loss, Growing with Grief and Holding on to Happiness by Autumn Toelle-Jackson
Love, a Tiara, and a Cupcake: Three Secrets to Finding Happy by Susan Sparks
Learning to Dance in the Rain II: Surviving Grief, Internet Dating and Romance Scams! by Shelby Wagner
Surfing the Waves of Alzheimer's: Principles of Caregiving That Kept Me Upright by Renee Harmon MD
FIRST NON-FICTION
*Outstanding First Non-Fiction*
Joy: The story of a dolphin trainer, filmmaker, and cancer survivor by Joy Clausen Soto
Finalists
We Lost Her: Seven young siblings’ emotional and spiritual real-life grief journey after their mother’s tragic death by Ellen Krohne
Finding the Missing Peace: A Healing Journey to Wholeness by Chris Duffy-Wentzel
A Gay Man's Guide to Life: Get Real, Stand Tall, and Take Your Place by Britt East
Your Next Big Idea: Improve Your Creativity and Problem-Solving by Samuel Sanders
The Hidden Gospel of Thomas: Commentaries on the Non-Dual Sayings of Jesus by William Duffy
Postcards to the Universe: Harness the Universe’s Power and Manifest Your Dreams by Melisa Caprio
GENERAL NON-FICTION
*Outstanding General Non-Fiction*
Exit the Maze: One Addiction, One Cause, One Cure by Dr. Donna Marks
Finalists
Carl Barks: Paintings and Drawings 1966 - 1971 by John Garvin
Voices from the Fallen: True Stories of Addiction, Grief, Recovery, and Courage by Michael Tourville
The Gentleman's Guide to Cooking by Randy Motilall
The Anthropologist's Dilemma: Studying Chimpanzees, Teaching Evolution, and the Intersections of Faith and Science by Devyn Carter
Brothers in Arms: Remembering Brothers Buried Side by Side in American World War II Cemeteries by Kevin M. Callahan
Think Right or Wrong, Not Left or Right: A 21st Century Citizen Guide by Anders Ingemarson
NON-FICTION: HISTORY
*Outstanding History*
Brothers in Arms: Remembering Brothers Buried Side by Side in American World War II Cemeteries by Kevin M. Callahan
Finalists
The Zodiac Revisited, Volume 1: The Facts of the Case by Michael Cole
The Radical Declaration: An Enlightened American Idea by Byron Williams
Alfred: The Quiet History of a World War II Infantryman by Louise Endres Moore
Merg: The TRUE story of a WWII soldier's selfless act of valor and sacrifice that one town never forgot by Peter Lion
South Korea: The Price of Efficiency and Success by John Gonzalez and Young Lee
Intellectuals and Fascism in Interwar Romania by Cristina A. Bejan
NON-FICTION: EDUCATION/REFERENCE
*Outstanding Education/Reference*
All Kids Can Thrive: A Holistic Education Resource for a Successful and Conscious Classroom by Sheena Smith
Finalists
Sing Like Never Before: A Creative Look at Vocal Technique & Pedagogy for Singers & Voice Teachers by Justin Stoney
The Eight Crafts of Writing: The Map of Storytelling by Stefan Emunds
Six Critical Essays on Film: A College Guide for Film Appreciation by Mike Kimmel
Peak Brain Plasticity: Remember What You Want to Remember and Forget What You Can't Forget by Said Hasyim
Young, Broke, and Educated: A Discussion of Millennials, Finance, Economics and Poverty by Alexander Baima
Battle Carried: Imperial Japanese Tiger Art Good Luck Flags of World War Two by Michael A. Bortner
NON-FICTION: HEALTH/MEDICINE
*Outstanding Health/Medicine*
Finding the Missing Peace: A Healing Journey to Wholeness by Chris Duffy-Wentzel
Finalists
How My Brain Works: A Guide to Understanding It Better and Keeping It Healthy by Barbara Kotulska-Haskin
Combating Dementia in Thirty Days: Everything You Must Know to Keep Your Brain Sharp and Plan Your Future Right by Dr. Dee Gaines
Surfing the Waves of Alzheimer's: Principles of Caregiving That Kept Me Upright by Renée Brown Harmon MD
Autism Lite: Leading Our Child Off the Spectrum by Kathryn Tucker
Lean and Strong: Eating Skills, Psychology, and Workouts by Josh Hillis
Healing: Beyond Pills & Potions: Core Principles for Helpers & Healers by Steve Bierman M.D.
NON-FICTION: MEMOIR
*Outstanding Memoir (Tie)*
Ninety-Nine Fire Hoops: A Memoir by Allison Hong Merrill
Joy: The story of a dolphin trainer, filmmaker, and cancer survivor by Joy Clausen Soto
Finalists
Brain Dance: My Journey with Invisible Illness, Second Chances, and the Wonders of Applied Neuroscience by Diane Wilson
The Absent Mother: Memoir of a Foster Child by Paula Shaffer
I See Old People: A True Story About How Small Acts of Kindness Lead Us to Extraordinary Love and Connections that Defy Our Wildest Dreams by Jeanne Corvese Hussin
When She Comes Back by Ronit Plank
100 Days in Vietnam: A Memoir of Love, War, and Survival by Lt. Col. Joseph F. Tallon and Matthew A. Tallon
The Angle of Flickering Light by Gina Troisi
The Butterfly Promise: A Memoir by Kristin Joy Lavin
NON-FICTION: PARENTING/FAMILY/RELATIONSHIPS
*Outstanding Parenting/Family/Relationships*
The 10 Greatest Gifts We Give Each Other: A Memoir on the Magic of Marriage Vows by Barbara Lynn-Vannoy
Finalists
Help! My Toddler Is Not Eating: A 30-Day Plan to Get Your Picky Eater To Enjoy New Food by Dr. Elizabeth Roberts
Finding the Missing Peace: A Healing Journey to Wholeness by Chris Duffy-Wentzel
Combative to Collaborative: The Co-parenting Code by Teresa Harlow
Family Redefined: Childhood Reflections on the Impact of Divorce by Kimberly Ewertz
The Addicted Child: A Parent's Guide to Adolescent Substance Abuse by Richard Capriola
Shlok's Dad: A Father’s Perspective of Parenthood by Vivek Sharma
Bent Pages by Anne Hope
NON-FICTION: RELIGION/CHRISTIAN
*Outstanding Religion/Christian*
Generations Deep: Unmasking Inherited Dysfunction and Trauma to Rewrite Our Stories Through Faith and Therapy by Gina Birkemeier
Finalists
Love, a Tiara, and a Cupcake: Three Secrets to Finding Happy by Susan Sparks
Thrive: Allow Jesus to move you from ordinary to extraordinary in every area of your life by Timothy Jemly
Pandemic Devotionals: How the World Overcame Fear with Faith by Alisa Hope Wagner and Holly Smith
Reaching for God's Hand: 40 Reflections to Deepen Your Faith Journey by Lisa Are Wulf
Redefining Normal: How Two Foster Kids Beat the Odds and Discovered Healing, Happiness and Love by Alexis Black and Justin Black
The Hidden Gospel of Thomas: Commentaries on the Non-Dual Sayings of Jesus by William Duffy
NON-FICTION: SELF-HELP/HOW-TO
*Outstanding Self-Help/How-To*
A Gay Man's Guide to Life: Get Real, Stand Tall, and Take Your Place by Britt East
Finalists
We Re-Do: Our Journey to Rediscovery & Recommitment by Edward Gowens and Stacia Gowens
Smile More Stress Less: A Playful Method to End Anxiety, Be Calm & Achieve Happiness with Awareness by Geoffrey Saign
Apotheosis Now: Rabbit Hole to the Beyond by Yanhao Huang
Thriving After Sexual Abuse: Break Your Bondage to the Past and Live a Life You Love by Denise Bossarte
The Noble Edge: Reclaiming an Ethical World One Choice at a Time by Christopher Gilbert, PhD
Learn to Love: Guide to Healing Your Disappointing Love Life by Thomas Jordan, Ph.D.
Exit the Maze: One Addiction, One Cause, One Cure by Dr. Donna Marks
NON-FICTION: SPIRITUAL/INSPIRATIONAL
*Outstanding Spiritual/Inspirational*
Love, a Tiara, and a Cupcake: Three Secrets to Finding Happy by Susan Sparks
Finalists
Redefining Normal: How Two Foster Kids Beat the Odds and Discovered Healing, Happiness and Love by Alexis Black and Justin Black
Leave Your Light On: The Musical Mantra Left Behind by an Illuminating Spirit by Shelley Buck and Kathy Curtis
The Little Book of Greatness: A Parable About Unlocking Your Destiny by Ari Gunzburg
Multicultural Mindfulness: Nourishing the Soul by Nora D'Ecclesis
One Hit Away: A Memoir of Recovery by Jordan Barnes
Boldly into the Darkness: Living with Loss, Growing with Grief & Holding on to Happiness by Autumn Toelle-Jackson
NON-FICTION: TRAVEL/NATURE
*Outstanding Travel/Nature*
Honoring The Legacy: A Guide of African-American Monuments and Statues by Tammy Gibson
Finalists
The Weight of Empathy by Lucas Spiegel
Images of Cuba by Wayne Gerard Trotman
Stories from Ecuador by Tyrel Nelson
My Life with Ndoto: Exploring Africa in a Forty-Year-Old Land Rover by Teresa O'Kane
Hits, Heathens, and Hippos: Stories from an Agent, Activist, and Adventurer by Marty Essen
Crimson Arrows: A Bowhunting Odyssey by Eyad H Yehyawi
NON-FICTION: SOCIAL ISSUES
*Outstanding Social Issues*
Voices from the Fallen: True Stories of Addiction, Grief, Recovery, and Courage by Michael Tourville
Finalists
Hyphened-Nation: Don’t Check the Box by Nicole Draffen
American OZ: An Astonishing Year Inside Traveling Carnivals at State Fairs & Festivals: Hitchhiking from California to New York, Alaska to Mexico by Michael Sean Comerford
How to Heal Our Divides: A Practical Guide by Brian Allain and Adam Thomas
Moment by Robert Abad
Surrender: A Memoir of Nature, Nurture, and Love by Marylee MacDonald
Think Right or Wrong, Not Left or Right: A 21st Century Citizen Guide by Anders Ingemarson
*Outstanding Action/Adventure*
Taro: Legendary Boy Hero of Japan by Blue Spruell
Finalists
The Devil Take Tomorrow: A Thrilling Revolutionary War Adventure by Gretchen Jeannette
Steel Trap by Geoffrey Saign
Masters of the Broken Watches by Razi Imam
Hot Ice, Cold Blood by Holly Spofford
Swarm: Artificial Intelligence Decodes End Time Prophecies by Guy Morris
The Tree of Knowledge by Daniel G. Miller
FICTION: CHRISTIAN/RELIGIOUS
*Outstanding Christian/Religious Fiction*
I Never Knew You by Patrick Higgins
Finalists
Close to the Soul by Mary Jo Thayer
Save Him by William M Hayes
Gus Busbi by Jim Sano
Living Water by Allison Wells
General Jack and the Battle of the Five Kingdoms by David Bush
The 4th Watch: The Assignment by RS Newman
Where Daffodils Bloom: Based on the True Story of a WWII War Bride by Leya Delray
FICTION: FANTASY
*Outstanding Fantasy*
Anchored by Bridget E. Baker
Finalists
Sanctum: Sands of Setesh by C.S. Kading and Tony Fuentes
A Light in the Sky by Shina Reynolds
Druid Quest: Maegics Heir by GL Cramb
Hall of Skulls by Jamie Eubanks
Clarissa Hedgestone and the Blood Moon by C. Jill Hefte
General Jack and the Battle of the Five Kingdoms by David Bush
Taro: Legendary Boy Hero of Japan by Blue Spruell
FICTION: SHORT STORY COLLECTION
*Outstanding Short Story Collection*
On Traigh Lar Beach by Dianne Ebertt Beeaff
Finalists
In the Shadow of Green Bamboos by C. L. Hoang
Driftwood by Anthony Lee Head
Lost Girls by Ellen Birkett Morris
The Trail Back Out by Jadi Campbell
Ekleipsis by Tamel Wino
Lost Creatures by S.G. Browne
FIRST NOVEL (50,000 to 80,000 Words)
*Outstanding First Novel (50,000 to 80,000 Words)*
The Sound of Violet by Allen Wolf
Finalists
Death's Legacy by Dennis Crosby
The Book of Hannah: A Tragicomedy in Three Trimesters by Ellen Gelerman
Emilie: The Journey Begins by Ingrid Ramsdale
Who Rescued Who? Ocean Pals Book #1 by Jamie Mitchell Hadzick
The Collection by Trisha Hasbrouck
There Seemed A River by Brian David Cinadr
Mandala Mandela by R.J. Myles
FIRST NOVEL (Over 80,000 Words)
*Outstanding First Novel (Over 80,000 Words)
Beneath the Flames by Gregory Lee Renz
Finalists
Southside Gothic: A Jordan Bell Novel by J. E. Staab
Once upon a Mulberry Field by C. L. Hoang
Evening in the Yellow
Wood by Laura Kemp
Up for Air by Christina Berry
Eden by C J Singh
The Last Lumenian by S.G. Blaise
FICTION: HISTORICAL
*Outstanding Historical*
Chateau Laux: A Story of Colonial America by David Loux
Finalists
Where Butterflies Go by Debra Doxer
A Bend in The River: 2 Sisters Struggle to Survive the Vietnam War by Libby Fischer Hellmann
The Lost Symphony: A historical mystery action adventure by Gabriel Farago
Taro: Legendary Boy Hero of Japan by Blue Spruell
Brothers of War: The Iron Brigade at Gettysburg by Michael Eisenhut
The Devil Take Tomorrow: A Thrilling Revolutionary War Adventure by Gretchen Jeannette
FICTION: HORROR
*Outstanding Horror*
Soul Seeker by Kaylin McFarren
Finalists
The Mummy of Monte Cristo by J. Trevor Robinson
King of the Nine Hells by Dean Klein
Shattered Lives: A DCI Gerald Croft Thriller by Sarah Stuart
Deification by Brooklynn Dean
Goddess of Everything: A Blood-Curdling Tale of Truth, Freedom, and Love by Paul DeBlassie III
Within the Fog by Chuck Welch
FICTION AND NON-FICTION: HUMOR/COMEDY/SATIRE
*Outstanding Humor/Comedy/Satire*
Life in the Chastity Zone by Holly Brandon
Finalists
Get Idiota by Nate Granzow
Some Assembly Required: An Organ Transplant Love Story by TJ Condon
Welcome To the Swamp: An Illustrated Journey Into The Deplorable World of Donald J. Trump by Tim Doyle and Swampy Don
The Love Hex or Nicest Flings in Mexico by Mike Meier
Dispatches from the Swinging Door Saloon by Randall McNair
FICTION: LITERARY/GENERAL FICTION
*Outstanding Literary General Fiction*
Dad by Bob Seay
Finalists
Beneath the Flames by Gregory Lee Renz
There Seemed A River by Brian David Cinadr
To The Stars: A Novel by Shannon Bradley-Colleary
The Clovis Dig by Teri Fink
The Solitude of Guilt by Sebastian Mathew
The Wilderness Between Us by Penny Haw
FICTION: MYSTERY
*Outstanding Mystery*
The Lost Symphony: A historical mystery action adventure by Gabriel Farago
Finalists
Death by Arrangement by Kathleen Torian Taylor
Game of Bones by Geraldine Evans
Unfinished Business by Tony Tedeschi
Death By Chaos by Renaii West
Sun Valley Serenade by M. Bryce Ternet
A Just Reckoning: A Tess Alexander Mystery by Joan Merriam
FICTION: PARANORMAL/SUPERNATURAL
*Outstanding Paranormal/Supernatural*
Death's Legacy by Dennis Crosby
Finalists
To Reap the Spirit by Sarah Lampkin
Evening in the Yellow Wood by Laura Kemp
Stealing Embers by Julie Hall
Everlong by R. Raeta
Gods In the Ruins: A Vatican Archives Thriller by E.R. Barr
Outfoxed by R.J. Blain
FICTION: ROMANCE
*Outstanding Romance*
Alaska Spark: A Friends to Lovers Workplace Romance by LoLo Paige
Finalists
Turn Back Time by Annette G. Anders
Everlong by R. Raeta
The Past Love: A MacLeod Time-Travel Rom Com by J.G. MacLeod
Life in the Chastity Zone by Holly Brandon
Up for Air by Christina Berry
False Front by Debbie Baldwin
FICTION: SCIENCE FICTION
*Outstanding Science Fiction*
Masters Of the Broken Watches by Razi Imam
Finalists
Save Him by William M Hayes
The Exodus by David Fairchild
The Patriot's Grill by Steven Day
The Last Lumenian by S.G. Blaise
Hall of Skulls by Jamie Eubanks
The Destroyer of Worlds by Steven Seril
Eden by C J Singh
FICTION: NOVELLA
*Outstanding Novella*
The Sasquatch of Jackson Farm by Christine Kezelos
Finalists
The Summer of 1957: Secrets Left in the Basement by Judith E. Powell
Shift by Kimber Ireland
Blood and Silver by Vali Benson
The Serpent and the Swan: A Grimm-Dark Fairy Tale by Ashland Pym
Hobson's Mischief by Caitlin Decatur
Work in Progress by Susan Jean Ricci
FICTION: THRILLER/SUSPENSE
*Outstanding Thriller/Suspense*
Steel Trap by Geoffrey Saign
Finalists
The Lost Symphony: A historical mystery action adventure by Gabriel Farago
Gods In the Ruins: A Vatican Archives Thriller by E.R. Barr
Swarm: Artificial Intelligence Decodes End Time Prophecies by Guy Morris
Persist: The Evangeline Series by Astrid Aurelius
The Spy Devils by Joe Goldberg
The Lambda Factor by Dimple Patel Desai
FICTION: WOMEN’S FICTION
*Outstanding Women’s Fiction*
The Exit Strategy by Lainey Cameron
Finalists
In Due Time by Annette G. Anders
All 4 Love by Sharain Hemingway
Life in the Chastity Zone by Holly Brandon
First Course by Jenn Bouchard
Lady Be Good: The Life and Times of Dorothy Hale by Pamela Hamilton
After Happily Ever After by Leslie A. Rasmussen
FICTION AND NON-FICTION LGBTQ
*Outstanding LGBTQ*
Don't Mind Me, I'm Just Having a Bad Life by Lewis Kempfer
Finalists
The Pebble Champion by A. D. Pritchard
The Sting of Victory: A Dark Fantasy Lesbian Romance by S D Simper
My Father's Indian: How a Butterfly Split the Oak by Eric Dorsey
The Coldness of Objects by Panayotis Cacoyannis
The Love Factor by Quinn Ivins
Callisto 2.0: A novel of the future by Susan English
FICTION: YOUNG ADULT/TEEN/NEW ADULT
*Outstanding Young Adult/Teen/New Adult*
General Jack and the Battle of the Five Kingdoms by David Bush
Finalists
Eden by C J Singh
Ski Weekend by Rektok Ross
Druid Quest: Maegics Heir by GL Cramb
The Scarlet Queen by Mitch Reinhardt
If Everyone Knew Every Plant and Tree by Julia Johnston
Scaled by J.T. Ashmore
FICTION: CHILDREN’S/JUVENILE
*Outstanding Children’s/Juvenile Fiction*
But i don't want to say GOODBYE! A Child's Journey Through Grief by Ta'Shay Mason
Finalists
The Adventures of Charlie Marley: Midnight's Moment In Time by Andrew Luria
The Children of Horseshoe Hideout by Rebecca Vorkapich
Big Change, Better You, Beautiful World by Lindsey J Frank
Kara Koala and Her Kaleidoscope of Feelings by Kara Marziali
Skylar Robbins: The Mystery of the Hidden Jewels by Carrie Cross
Let's talk! A story of Autism and Friendship by Lisa Jacovsky
Big Little Voice: Colours the Grey by Maria Vaciago
FICTION: CHILDREN’S ILLUSTRATED
*Outstanding Children’s Fiction Illustrated (Tie)*
Because You Are Here by Dr. Yasmin Salleh
A Dinosaur Made Me Sneeze: A Rock Cycle Adventure by Carla Mae Jansen
Finalists
Magical Mia: Kindness is Contagious by Julie Cassetta
When The Sky Roars by Katie Weaver
Jake the Growling Dog Goes to Doggy Daycare by Samantha Shannon
I Am a Triathlete by Mrs Nia Obotette
Together by Heather Stricker
Ruby and Alfie Don't Push that Button by Gibb Hil
NON-FICTION: CHILDREN’S/JUVENILE/YOUNG ADULT
*Outstanding Children’s/Juvenile/Young Adult Non-Fiction*
Moment: Inspiring Our Youth to be Active Global Citizens by Robert Abad
Finalists
Monologues for Kids and Tweens II: 100 New Comedy and Drama Monologues for Young Actors by Mike Kimmel
Little Miss HISTORY Travels to The Battleship IOWA by Barbara Ann Mojica
Let's Learn about Chemistry by Stephanie Ryan
Why We Wear a Mask: How a squirrel family is helping to stop the spread of Covid-19 by Lieve Snellings
Simple Activities for Toddlers: A Practical Play-At-Home Handbook for Parents by Lisa Forsythe
The Rules of a Little Boss: A book of self-love by Haelee Moone
NON-FICTION: TRUE STORY/DRAMA
*Outstanding True Story/Drama*
Brain Dance: My Journey with Invisible Illness, Second Chances, and the Wonders of Applied Neuroscience by Diane Grimard Wilson
Finalists
Choose Your Friends, Choose Your Life by Debbie Mancuso and Preston Young
Words Whispered in Water: Why the Levees Broke in Hurricane Katrina by Sandy Rosenthal
The Lies I Told Myself by Emma Foster
Down the Rabbit Hole: A Memoir of Abuse, Addiction and Recovery by Kate Russell
Sammy: Hero at Age Five by M. Schmidt and Gene D. Donley
Dancing With Life: A Young Woman's Quest for Art, Love, and Freedom by Dhyanis Carniglia
NON-FICTION: BIOGRAPHY/AUTOBIOGRAPHY
*Outstanding Biography/Autobiography*
Hiding in Plain Sight: My Life and Adventures Protecting Celebrities by Thomas LeBrun
Finalists
Brain Dance: My Journey with Invisible Illness, Second Chances, and the Wonders of Applied Neuroscience by Diane Wilson
Surgeon In the Raw: A Memoir by David Jackson
Playing Soldier by F Scott Service
Little Wing: The Jimmy McCulloch Story by Paul Salley
Chatter Box: My Life with Autism A Mother and Sons Perspective by Martin Slyngstad
Viking Voyager: An Icelandic Memoir by Sverrir Sigurdsson and Veronica Li
NON-FICTION: BUSINESS/SALES/FINANCE
*Outstanding Business/Sales/Finance*
Your Next Big Idea: Improve Your Creativity and Problem-Solving by Samuel Sanders
Finalists
Rebel Leadership: How to Thrive in Uncertain Times by Larry Robertson
Personal Brand Clarity: Identify, Define, & Align to What You Want to be Known For by Suzanne Tulien
The Death of Content as King: How a Data Democracy Has Revolutionized Marketing by Jon Hinderliter
Survive and Thrive: How to Build a Profitable Business in Any Economy by John Meese
The Noble Edge: Reclaiming an Ethical World One Choice at a Time by Christopher Gilbert, PhD
Winning Digital Customers: The Antidote to Irrelevance by Howard Tiersky
NON-FICTION: CAREER/OCCUPATIONAL
*Outstanding Career/Occupational*
Rebel Leadership: How to Thrive in Uncertain Times by Larry Robertson
Finalists
Your Next Big Idea: Improve Your Creativity and Problem-Solving by Samuel Sanders
Self-Publish & Succeed: The No Boring Books Way to Writing a Non-Fiction Book that Sells by Julie Broad
Hello Career: What You Need to Know to Be Successful in Your First Job by Ed Bray
The Career Toolkit: Essential Skills for Success That No One Taught You by Mark A. Herschberg
Take Charge: The Skills That Drive Professional Success by Norman Bacal
Surviving the Horror of Online Meetings: How to Facilitate Good Virtual Meetings & Manage Meeting Monsters by Brian Tarallo
NON-FICTION: GRIEF/HARDSHIP
*Outstanding Grief/Hardship*
Health, Healing, and Wholeness: Devotions of Hope in the Midst of Illness by Tracy Crump
Finalists
Butterfly Awakens: A Memoir of Transformation Through Grief by Meg Nocero
Voices from the Fallen: True Stories of Addiction, Grief, Recovery, and Courage by Michael Tourville
Heartbroken: Grief and Hope Inside the Opioid Crisis by Ellen Krohne
Boldly into the Darkness: Living with Loss, Growing with Grief and Holding on to Happiness by Autumn Toelle-Jackson
Love, a Tiara, and a Cupcake: Three Secrets to Finding Happy by Susan Sparks
Learning to Dance in the Rain II: Surviving Grief, Internet Dating and Romance Scams! by Shelby Wagner
Surfing the Waves of Alzheimer's: Principles of Caregiving That Kept Me Upright by Renee Harmon MD
FIRST NON-FICTION
*Outstanding First Non-Fiction*
Joy: The story of a dolphin trainer, filmmaker, and cancer survivor by Joy Clausen Soto
Finalists
We Lost Her: Seven young siblings’ emotional and spiritual real-life grief journey after their mother’s tragic death by Ellen Krohne
Finding the Missing Peace: A Healing Journey to Wholeness by Chris Duffy-Wentzel
A Gay Man's Guide to Life: Get Real, Stand Tall, and Take Your Place by Britt East
Your Next Big Idea: Improve Your Creativity and Problem-Solving by Samuel Sanders
The Hidden Gospel of Thomas: Commentaries on the Non-Dual Sayings of Jesus by William Duffy
Postcards to the Universe: Harness the Universe’s Power and Manifest Your Dreams by Melisa Caprio
GENERAL NON-FICTION
*Outstanding General Non-Fiction*
Exit the Maze: One Addiction, One Cause, One Cure by Dr. Donna Marks
Finalists
Carl Barks: Paintings and Drawings 1966 - 1971 by John Garvin
Voices from the Fallen: True Stories of Addiction, Grief, Recovery, and Courage by Michael Tourville
The Gentleman's Guide to Cooking by Randy Motilall
The Anthropologist's Dilemma: Studying Chimpanzees, Teaching Evolution, and the Intersections of Faith and Science by Devyn Carter
Brothers in Arms: Remembering Brothers Buried Side by Side in American World War II Cemeteries by Kevin M. Callahan
Think Right or Wrong, Not Left or Right: A 21st Century Citizen Guide by Anders Ingemarson
NON-FICTION: HISTORY
*Outstanding History*
Brothers in Arms: Remembering Brothers Buried Side by Side in American World War II Cemeteries by Kevin M. Callahan
Finalists
The Zodiac Revisited, Volume 1: The Facts of the Case by Michael Cole
The Radical Declaration: An Enlightened American Idea by Byron Williams
Alfred: The Quiet History of a World War II Infantryman by Louise Endres Moore
Merg: The TRUE story of a WWII soldier's selfless act of valor and sacrifice that one town never forgot by Peter Lion
South Korea: The Price of Efficiency and Success by John Gonzalez and Young Lee
Intellectuals and Fascism in Interwar Romania by Cristina A. Bejan
NON-FICTION: EDUCATION/REFERENCE
*Outstanding Education/Reference*
All Kids Can Thrive: A Holistic Education Resource for a Successful and Conscious Classroom by Sheena Smith
Finalists
Sing Like Never Before: A Creative Look at Vocal Technique & Pedagogy for Singers & Voice Teachers by Justin Stoney
The Eight Crafts of Writing: The Map of Storytelling by Stefan Emunds
Six Critical Essays on Film: A College Guide for Film Appreciation by Mike Kimmel
Peak Brain Plasticity: Remember What You Want to Remember and Forget What You Can't Forget by Said Hasyim
Young, Broke, and Educated: A Discussion of Millennials, Finance, Economics and Poverty by Alexander Baima
Battle Carried: Imperial Japanese Tiger Art Good Luck Flags of World War Two by Michael A. Bortner
NON-FICTION: HEALTH/MEDICINE
*Outstanding Health/Medicine*
Finding the Missing Peace: A Healing Journey to Wholeness by Chris Duffy-Wentzel
Finalists
How My Brain Works: A Guide to Understanding It Better and Keeping It Healthy by Barbara Kotulska-Haskin
Combating Dementia in Thirty Days: Everything You Must Know to Keep Your Brain Sharp and Plan Your Future Right by Dr. Dee Gaines
Surfing the Waves of Alzheimer's: Principles of Caregiving That Kept Me Upright by Renée Brown Harmon MD
Autism Lite: Leading Our Child Off the Spectrum by Kathryn Tucker
Lean and Strong: Eating Skills, Psychology, and Workouts by Josh Hillis
Healing: Beyond Pills & Potions: Core Principles for Helpers & Healers by Steve Bierman M.D.
NON-FICTION: MEMOIR
*Outstanding Memoir (Tie)*
Ninety-Nine Fire Hoops: A Memoir by Allison Hong Merrill
Joy: The story of a dolphin trainer, filmmaker, and cancer survivor by Joy Clausen Soto
Finalists
Brain Dance: My Journey with Invisible Illness, Second Chances, and the Wonders of Applied Neuroscience by Diane Wilson
The Absent Mother: Memoir of a Foster Child by Paula Shaffer
I See Old People: A True Story About How Small Acts of Kindness Lead Us to Extraordinary Love and Connections that Defy Our Wildest Dreams by Jeanne Corvese Hussin
When She Comes Back by Ronit Plank
100 Days in Vietnam: A Memoir of Love, War, and Survival by Lt. Col. Joseph F. Tallon and Matthew A. Tallon
The Angle of Flickering Light by Gina Troisi
The Butterfly Promise: A Memoir by Kristin Joy Lavin
NON-FICTION: PARENTING/FAMILY/RELATIONSHIPS
*Outstanding Parenting/Family/Relationships*
The 10 Greatest Gifts We Give Each Other: A Memoir on the Magic of Marriage Vows by Barbara Lynn-Vannoy
Finalists
Help! My Toddler Is Not Eating: A 30-Day Plan to Get Your Picky Eater To Enjoy New Food by Dr. Elizabeth Roberts
Finding the Missing Peace: A Healing Journey to Wholeness by Chris Duffy-Wentzel
Combative to Collaborative: The Co-parenting Code by Teresa Harlow
Family Redefined: Childhood Reflections on the Impact of Divorce by Kimberly Ewertz
The Addicted Child: A Parent's Guide to Adolescent Substance Abuse by Richard Capriola
Shlok's Dad: A Father’s Perspective of Parenthood by Vivek Sharma
Bent Pages by Anne Hope
NON-FICTION: RELIGION/CHRISTIAN
*Outstanding Religion/Christian*
Generations Deep: Unmasking Inherited Dysfunction and Trauma to Rewrite Our Stories Through Faith and Therapy by Gina Birkemeier
Finalists
Love, a Tiara, and a Cupcake: Three Secrets to Finding Happy by Susan Sparks
Thrive: Allow Jesus to move you from ordinary to extraordinary in every area of your life by Timothy Jemly
Pandemic Devotionals: How the World Overcame Fear with Faith by Alisa Hope Wagner and Holly Smith
Reaching for God's Hand: 40 Reflections to Deepen Your Faith Journey by Lisa Are Wulf
Redefining Normal: How Two Foster Kids Beat the Odds and Discovered Healing, Happiness and Love by Alexis Black and Justin Black
The Hidden Gospel of Thomas: Commentaries on the Non-Dual Sayings of Jesus by William Duffy
NON-FICTION: SELF-HELP/HOW-TO
*Outstanding Self-Help/How-To*
A Gay Man's Guide to Life: Get Real, Stand Tall, and Take Your Place by Britt East
Finalists
We Re-Do: Our Journey to Rediscovery & Recommitment by Edward Gowens and Stacia Gowens
Smile More Stress Less: A Playful Method to End Anxiety, Be Calm & Achieve Happiness with Awareness by Geoffrey Saign
Apotheosis Now: Rabbit Hole to the Beyond by Yanhao Huang
Thriving After Sexual Abuse: Break Your Bondage to the Past and Live a Life You Love by Denise Bossarte
The Noble Edge: Reclaiming an Ethical World One Choice at a Time by Christopher Gilbert, PhD
Learn to Love: Guide to Healing Your Disappointing Love Life by Thomas Jordan, Ph.D.
Exit the Maze: One Addiction, One Cause, One Cure by Dr. Donna Marks
NON-FICTION: SPIRITUAL/INSPIRATIONAL
*Outstanding Spiritual/Inspirational*
Love, a Tiara, and a Cupcake: Three Secrets to Finding Happy by Susan Sparks
Finalists
Redefining Normal: How Two Foster Kids Beat the Odds and Discovered Healing, Happiness and Love by Alexis Black and Justin Black
Leave Your Light On: The Musical Mantra Left Behind by an Illuminating Spirit by Shelley Buck and Kathy Curtis
The Little Book of Greatness: A Parable About Unlocking Your Destiny by Ari Gunzburg
Multicultural Mindfulness: Nourishing the Soul by Nora D'Ecclesis
One Hit Away: A Memoir of Recovery by Jordan Barnes
Boldly into the Darkness: Living with Loss, Growing with Grief & Holding on to Happiness by Autumn Toelle-Jackson
NON-FICTION: TRAVEL/NATURE
*Outstanding Travel/Nature*
Honoring The Legacy: A Guide of African-American Monuments and Statues by Tammy Gibson
Finalists
The Weight of Empathy by Lucas Spiegel
Images of Cuba by Wayne Gerard Trotman
Stories from Ecuador by Tyrel Nelson
My Life with Ndoto: Exploring Africa in a Forty-Year-Old Land Rover by Teresa O'Kane
Hits, Heathens, and Hippos: Stories from an Agent, Activist, and Adventurer by Marty Essen
Crimson Arrows: A Bowhunting Odyssey by Eyad H Yehyawi
NON-FICTION: SOCIAL ISSUES
*Outstanding Social Issues*
Voices from the Fallen: True Stories of Addiction, Grief, Recovery, and Courage by Michael Tourville
Finalists
Hyphened-Nation: Don’t Check the Box by Nicole Draffen
American OZ: An Astonishing Year Inside Traveling Carnivals at State Fairs & Festivals: Hitchhiking from California to New York, Alaska to Mexico by Michael Sean Comerford
How to Heal Our Divides: A Practical Guide by Brian Allain and Adam Thomas
Moment by Robert Abad
Surrender: A Memoir of Nature, Nurture, and Love by Marylee MacDonald
Think Right or Wrong, Not Left or Right: A 21st Century Citizen Guide by Anders Ingemarson
