Adventure: Epic

Winner
End of Crows by R.A. Lingenfelter
Stories 2 Life Productions

Adventure: General Fiction

Winner
Legacy of the Tropics by Mary Deal
Next Chapter

Finalist
2030: Nothing Is What It Seems by J.P. Ozuna
Platano Publishing

Finalist
Assassin's Revenge by Samuel G. Tooma
Koehler Books

Finalist
End of Crows by R.A. Lingenfelter
Stories 2 Life Productions

Finalist
Itchiwan by J. J. Cunis
Independently Published

Adventure: Historical

Winner
The Blade of Safavid by Kent Merrell
J. Remington Press

Finalist
Feed the Crow by John W. Bebout
Amazon

Finalist
Just A Moment, Changes Life Forever by Billie Fulton
Elk Lake Publishing Inc.

Finalist
The Brotherhood of the Black Flag by Ian Nathaniel Cohen
Amazon KDP

Finalist
Unlocking Blackbeard's Skeletons by Robin Reams
Chapel Hill Press

Adventure: War & Military Fiction

Winner
The SOOF by Samuel G. Tooma
Koehler Books

Finalist
To Any Soldier: A Novel of Vietnam Letters by G.C. Hendricks & Kathryn Watson Quigg
iUniverse

African American Fiction

Winner
Confessions in B-Flat by Donna Hill
Entangled Publishing/Sideways Books

Finalist
Reckonings by Karen E. Osborne
Black Rose Writing

Finalist
Send Judah First: The Erased Life of an Enslaved Soul by Brian C. Johnson
Hidden Shelf Publishing House

Animals/Pets: General

Winner
The Advanced Pet Gundog: A common sense approach to training your gundog by Lez Graham MA
Braidwood Books

Finalist
Nose to Tail by Louise Harding
Independently Published

Finalist
Saving Scruffy by Randy Katz, illustrations by Edwin Camacaro
Duke Publishing

Animals/Pets: Narrative Nonfiction

Winner
Voices From The Ape House by Beth Armstrong
Trillium, an imprint of The Ohio State University Press

Finalist
Great Horned Owlets Rescue: Where There's a Will, There's a Way…. by Cheryl Aguiar
Independently Published

Finalist
Hark! Follow My Hoofbeats by Mary Chris Foxworthy
Equifit

Finalist
Mississippi Barking: Hurricane Katrina and a Life That Went to the Dogs by Chris McLaughlin
University Press of Mississippi

Finalist
Tail Wags and Whiskers: Pet Tales of Love, Joy and Chaos from Forty Years of Cats and Dogs by Laurie Stone
Rock House Press

Anthologies: Fiction

Winner
Scribbler Tales Presents: Escape from Berlin by Mary Ann Bernal
Whispering Legends Press

Finalist
Scribbler Tales Volumes One — Five by Mary Ann Bernal
Whispering Legends Press

Finalist
The KEAK Anthology: A Collection of Short Stories and Much More by Dr. Katherine E.A. Korkidis
Independently Published

Anthologies: Nonfiction

Winner
Room at the Table: Encouraging Stories from Special Needs Families by Stephanie Pavlantos and Starr Ayers
Mt. Zion Ridge Press

Finalist
Ankle High and Knee Deep: Women Reflect On Western Rural Life by Gail L. Jenner
Two Dot (Globe Pequot)

Finalist
Letters to a Future Nurse: Real Life Struggles, Heartwarming Stories, and Practical Tips by Leah Parker et Al
Sunshine in the AM Publishing

Art

Winner
The Joy of Art: How to Look At, Appreciate, and Talk about Art by Carolyn Schlam
Allworth

Finalist
Heidi Kumao: Real and Imagined by Heidi Kumao
Michigan Publishing

Autobiography/Memoir

Winner
Workin' Our Way Home by Ron Hall
Thomas Nelson

Finalist
Black Indian by Shonda Buchanan
Wayne State University Press

Finalist
Don't Tell'em You're Cold: A Memoir of Poverty and Resilience by Katherine P. Manley
Mountain State Press

Finalist
Sophia's Return: Uncovering My Mother's Past by Sophia Kouidou-Giles
She Writes Press

Finalist
Swimming with Warlords: A Dozen Year Journey Across the Afghan War by Kevin Sites
HarperCollins Publishing (Harper Perennial Imprint)

Finalist
The Fruit You'll Never See: A memoir about overcoming shame by Gail Brenner
Nastasia

Finalist
Voices From The Ape House by Beth Armstrong
Trillium, an imprint of The Ohio State University Press

Best Cover Design: Adult Fiction

Winner
With One Stone by Mark Jenkins
Independently Published

Finalist
2030: Nothing Is What It Seems by J.P. Ozuna
Platano Publishing

Finalist
21 Tattoos by Monica Broussard
Acorn Publishing

Finalist
A Divine Romance by Ifueko Ogbomo
InspiroLogos Publishing

Finalist
Burning Distance by Joanne Leedom-Ackerman
Oceanview Publishing, Inc.

Finalist
The Book: The Ultimate Guide to Rebuilding Civilization by Bad Idea Company Ltd
Bad Idea Company Ltd.

Best Cover Design: Children's Fiction

Winner
Gona's Halloween Hunt by Carla Crane Osborne
Gona Publishing

Finalist
Home Again by Carla Crane Osborne
Gona Publishing

Finalist
Pebbles and the Biggest Number by Joey Benun
Independently Published

Best Cover Design: Nonfiction

Winner
My Grief Is Not Like Yours by Theo Boyd
Forefront Books

Finalist
Ankle High and Knee Deep: Women Reflect On Western Rural Life by Gail L. Jenner
Two Dot (Globe Pequot)

Finalist
Highway Heist: America's Crumbling Infrastructure and the Road Forward by James T. Bennett
Independent Institute

Finalist
In Search of Monsters to Destroy: The Folly of American Empire and the Paths to Peace by Christopher J. Coyne
Independent Institute

Finalist
King of Soca: The Ultimate Insider Reveals How Machel Montano Became One Of The World's Most Popular Soca Artists by Elizabeth Montano
EESM Elizabeth Montano, Port of Spain

Finalist
Taijiquan Theory of Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming, 2nd Edition: The Root of Taijiquan (Tai Chi Chuan) by Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming
YMAA Publication Center

Best Interior Design: Nonfiction

Winner
King of Soca: The Ultimate Insider Reveals How Machel Montano Became One Of The World's Most Popular Soca Artists by Elizabeth Montano
EESM Elizabeth Montano, Port of Spain

Finalist
Sourdough Biscuits and Pioneer Pies: The Old West Baking Book by Gail L. Jenner
Two Dot (Globe Pequot)

Finalist
Why Can't Mother Vote? Joseph Hanover and the Unfinished Business of Democracy by Bill Haltom
HillHelen Group Publishers LLC

Best New Fiction

Winner
Second Term by J.M. Adams
Oceanview Publishing, Inc.

Finalist
An Island Long Ago by Julie Burnette Feingold
Independently Published

Finalist
Hollyland: A Novel by Patricia Leavy
She Writes Press

Finalist
In the Shadow of the Sun by Poli Flores, Jr.
Independently Published

Finalist
With One Stone by Mark Jenkins
Independently Published

Best New Nonfiction

Winner
The Performance Paradox: Turning the Power of Mindset into Action by Eduardo Briceño
Ballantine Books

Finalist
Hiring Veterans: How to Leverage Military Talent for Organizational Growth by Matthew J. Louis with Dr. Anthony R. Garcia, Sr.
Career Press

Finalist
How Healers Heal by Shilpi Pradhan
Pradhan Publications LLC

Finalist
Ninety-Nine Fire Hoops by Allison Hong Merrill
She Writes Press

Finalist
The Future Normal: How We Will Live, Work, and Thrive in the Next Decade by Rohit Bhargava
Ideapress Publishing

Biography

Winner
Alfred: The Quiet History of a World War II Infantryman by Louise Endres Moore
HenschelHAUS

Finalist
King of Soca: The Ultimate Insider Reveals How Machel Montano Became One Of The World's Most Popular Soca Artists by Elizabeth Montano
EESM Elizabeth Montano, Port of Spain

Finalist
Levi Strauss: The Man Who Gave Blue Jeans to the World by Lynn Downey
University of Massachusetts Press

Finalist
One Small Pebble…A Thousand Ripples by Les Gee
IngramSpark

Finalist
The C.R. Patterson and Sons Company: Black Pioneers in the Vehicle Building Industry, 1865-1939 by Christopher Nelson
Kindle Direct Publishing

Business: Careers

Winner
The Medical Science Liaison Career Guide: How to Break Into Your First Role by Dr. Samuel Jacob Dyer
Medical Science Liaison Corporation

Finalist
Grow: The Essential Guide to Getting Promoted by Randy Ornstein & Hayley Ornstein
River Grove Books

Finalist
Mission Transition: Navigating the Opportunities to Your Post-Military Career by Matthew J. Louis
HarperCollins Leadership

Finalist
The Doctor's Voice: Empowering Solutions to Physicians' Frustrations, Burnout and Healthcare Inefficiencies by Dr. Pietro Emanuele Garbelli
Archway Publishing

Finalist
Wonderhell: Why Success Doesn't Feel Like It Should…and What to Do About It by Laura Gassner Otting
Ideapress Publishing

Finalist
You Do You(ish): Unleash Your Authentic Superpowers to Get the Career You Deserve by Erin Hatzikostas
b Authentic Inc. Publishing

Business: Communications/Public Relations

Winner
The Non-Obvious Guide to Better Presentations: How to Present Like a Pro (Virtually or in Person) (Non-Obvious Guides) by Jacqueline Farrington
Ideapress Publishing

Business: Entrepreneurship & Small Business

Winner
Start. Scale. Exit. Repeat. by Colin C. Campbell
Forbes Books

Finalist
ChangeMasters: How To Actually Make the Changes You Already Know You Need To Make by Barry J. Moltz
Ideapress Publishing

Finalist
Magnanimous: Be The One Everyone Wants To Do Business With by Dayna Mason
Seattle Indie Press

Finalist
Marketing Magic by Manuel Suarez
AGM® Press

Finalist
The Value Equation: A Business Guide to Wealth Creation for Entrepreneurs, Leaders and Investors by Christopher H. Volk
Wiley & Sons

Finalist
Your Multimillion-Dollar Exit: The Entrepreneur's Business Success(ion) Planner by Wayne M. Zell
Scribe Publishing

Business: General

Winner
Leading Through Disruption: A Changemaker's Guide to Twenty-First Century Leadership by Andrew Liveris
HarperCollins Leadership

Finalist
Assemblage: The Art and Science of Brand Transformation by Emmanuel Probst
Ideapress Publishing

Finalist
Competing on Thought Leadership by Robert Buday
Ideapress Publishing

Finalist
Hiring Veterans: How to Leverage Military Talent for Organizational Growth by Matthew J. Louis with Dr. Anthony R. Garcia, Sr.
Career Press

Finalist
Start. Scale. Exit. Repeat. by Colin C. Campbell
Forbes Books

Finalist
The Performance Paradox: Turning the Power of Mindset into Action by Eduardo Briceño
Ballantine Books

Finalist
Your Multimillion-Dollar Exit: The Entrepreneur's Business Success(ion) Planner by Wayne M. Zell
Scribe Publishing

Business: Management & Leadership

Winner
Irresistible: The Seven Secrets of the World's Most Enduring, Employee-Focused Organizations by Josh Bersin
Ideapress Publishing

Finalist
All Hands on Deck: Navigating Your Team Through Crises, Getting Your Organization Unstuck, and Emerging Victorious by Peter J. Boni
Career Press

Finalist
ASPIRE: Seven Essential Emotions for Leading Positive Change, No Matter Where You Are by Reiner Lomb
Independently Published

Finalist
Decision Sprint by Atif Rafiq
McGraw-Hill

Finalist
Humanity Reimagined: Where we go from here by Martin Fiore
Rivertowns Books

Finalist
Leading Through Disruption: A Changemaker's Guide to Twenty-First Century Leadership by Andrew Liveris
HarperCollins Leadership

Finalist
Your Multimillion-Dollar Exit: The Entrepreneur's Business Success(ion) Planner by Wayne M. Zell
Scribe Publishing

Business: Marketing & Advertising

Winner
Marketing Magic by Manuel Suarez
AGM® Press

Finalist
Assemblage: The Art and Science of Brand Transformation by Emmanuel Probst
Ideapress Publishing

Finalist
Black On Madison Avenue by Mark S. Robinson
Alliance Books

Finalist
Make Your Brand Legendary – Create Raving Fans with the Customer Experience Engine by Scott Wozniak
Maxwell Leadership

Finalist
On Brand: Shape Your Narrative. Share Your Vision. Shift Their Perception by Aliza Licht
Union Square & Co.

Business: Motivational

Winner
The Performance Paradox: Turning the Power of Mindset into Action by Eduardo Briceño
Ballantine Books

Finalist
ASPIRE: Seven Essential Emotions for Leading Positive Change, No Matter Where You Are by Reiner Lomb
Independently Published

Finalist
Decision Sprint by Atif Rafiq
McGraw-Hill

Finalist
More Than Your Mindset: How to live a more positive and energized life by Karen Schumacher
Jones Media Publishing

Finalist
Tom Peter's Compact Guide to Excellence by Tom Peters and Nancye Green
Ideapress Publishing

Finalist
Wonderhell: Why Success Doesn't Feel Like It Should…and What to Do About It by Laura Gassner Otting
Ideapress Publishing

Business: Personal Finance/Investing

Winner
The Plastic Effect: How Urban Legends Influence the Use and Misuse of Credit Cards by Polly A. Bauer, CPCS and Stephen Lesavich, PHD, JD
Coconut Ave, Inc.

Finalist
Financial Freedom: Doing Nothing is an Option by Dr. Edmund H. Moore
Lift Bridge Publishing

Finalist
Level Up! Your Strategy Guide to the Game of Investing by Keenan Morris
Independently Published

Business: Real Estate

Winner
Help! It's Time to Move: A practical guide for anyone selling a house they have lived in for many years by Janice Styles-Hall
Independently Published

Business: Reference

Winner
The Non-Obvious Guide to Better Presentations: How to Present Like a Pro (Virtually or in Person) by Jacqueline Farrington
Ideapress Publishing

Finalist
A Bridge Not Too Far: Where Creativity Meets Innovation by Deepak Ohri
Waterside Productions

Finalist
Hiring Veterans: How to Leverage Military Talent for Organizational Growth by Matthew J. Louis with Dr. Anthony R. Garcia, Sr.
Career Press

Finalist
Leadership Anatomy: Deconstruct Theories for Victory by Dr. Satpreet Singh
Sikh Reference Library USA

Business: Sales

Winner
Sales Essentials: The Tools You Need at Every Stage to Close More Deals and Crush Your Quota, 1st Edition by Rana Salman, MBA, PhD
McGraw Hill

Finalist
The Pursuit of Badasserie, The Sales Edition: Badass Business Sales Solutions by Lynn Howard and Amanda Furgiuele
HF Empire, LLC

Finalist
The Transparent Sales Leader: How The Power of Sincerity, Science & Structure Can Transform Your Sales Team's Results by Todd Caponi
Ideapress Publishing

Business: Technology

Winner
Decision Sprint by Atif Rafiq
McGraw-Hill

Finalist
100 Livestreaming & Digital Media Predictions, Volume 3: Top Content Creators Help You Succeed in an Era of Rapid Change by Ross Brand
Livestream Universe

Finalist
Building Digital Experience Platforms: A Guide to Developing Next-Generation Enterprise Applications by Shailesh Kumar Shivakumar and Sourabhh Sethii
Springer/Apress

Finalist
The ChatGPT Business Playbook: AI-Driven Strategies and Formulas for Business Success by Kaden Kashner
Amazon KDP

Business: Writing & Publishing

Winner
How to Write a Book in 48 Hours: A Simple Step-by-Step System for Writing a Good Book Fast by Dale L. Roberts
One Jacked Monkey LLC

Finalist
Teaching English Writing to the Diaspora: Social and Cultural Perspectives by Dr. Kalpana Mukunda Iyengar & Dr. Howard L. Smith
Sterling

Children's Educational

Winner
All About Smart Manufacturing by Mike Nager
Industrial Insights LLC

Finalist
Andrew Learns about Lawyers by Tiffany Obeng
Sugar Cookie Books

Finalist
Diversity to me/La diversidad para mi by Marisa Taylor
Independently Published

Finalist
Mommy is the Mayor by Letitia Clark
Halo Publishing International

Finalist
Siege of Herons: Collective Nouns Alphabetically by Ramona Wildeman
Independently Published

Children's Fiction

Winner
Moraline by Cintia Alfonso Fior
Rising Advocates Press

Finalist
Fetching Dreams by Mary Bleckwehl
Immortal Works Press

Finalist
Jett Jamison and the Secret Storm by Kimberly Behre Kenna
Black Rose Writing

Finalist
The Painter's Butterfly by Rebecca Weber
Artemesia Publishing

Finalist
Uncle Buck's Treasure by Andy Coats
Ridgeline Publishing

Finalist
Under The Barnyard Light by Carla Crane Osborne
Gona Publishing

Finalist
Victor Survives Being a Kid by Heidi Vertrees
newSong Press

Children's Mind/Body/Spirit

Winner
Adventure On in the Big, Big World by Susan Gross
Ingram Spark

Finalist
Choose to Live in Joy by Staci J. Magee
Presto! Books

Finalist
The Dreamer: The Girl Who Dreamed the War Over by Tzuri King & Julie G. Fox
Independently Published

Finalist
Tutti and the Terrible Yellow Leaves by Anastasia Goldak
Vivid Spirit, LLC

Children's Nonfiction

Winner
Same Kind Of Different As Me - For Kids - Everybody Can Help Somebody by Ron Hall
Thomas Nelson

Finalist
Cruel to Kind by Shermaine Perry-Knights
Innovation Consultants of DeKalb

Finalist
Spies, Soldiers, Couriers, & Saboteurs: Women of the American Revolution by K.M. Waldvogel
Orange Hat Publishing

Finalist
The Wonder Years of Middle School by Akiya Maston
Independently Published

Children's Novelty & Gift Book

Winner
Siege of Herons: Collective Nouns Alphabetically by Ramona Wildeman
Independently Published

Finalist
Sasha Smarty: 7 Short Stories for Girls by Shermaine Perry-Knights
Innovation Consultants of DeKalb

Children's Picture Book: Hardcover Fiction

Winner
The Clumsy Chicken: A funny heartwarming tale for children 3-5 by Sue Elias
Fairy Land Books

Finalist
Adventure On in the Big, Big World by Susan Gross
Ingram Spark

Finalist
Colette Hates Pets by Richard S. Gallagher
Independently Published

Finalist
My Aunt Flor by Violeta Cornett
Independently Published

Finalist
One Flip, Two Flip, Three Flip, Four by Crystel Patterson
Independently Published

Finalist
The Peppered Sky by Sarah Doran
Independently Published

Finalist
Tutti and The Vanillaberries by Anastasia Goldak
Vivid Spirit, LLC

Children's Picture Book: Hardcover Nonfiction

Winner
The Poppy Lady by Barbara Elizabeth Walsh
Calkins Creek Books

Finalist
Her Eyes Were on the Stars: Nancy Grace Roman, "Mother of Hubble" Space Telescope by Jennifer Sommer
Braughler Books

Finalist
Saving Scruffy by Randy Katz, illustrations by Edwin Camacaro
Duke Publishing

Finalist
Siege of Herons: Collective Nouns Alphabetically by Ramona Wildeman
Independently Published

Children's Picture Book: Softcover Fiction

Winner
Grumpy Grump by Ruthie Godfrey
Independently Published

Finalist
Bentley's Fantabulous Idea by Miki Taylor
Taylor & Co. Publishing

Finalist
Brooklyn Beaver Almost Builds a Dam by Florenza Denise Lee
Words to Ponder Publishing Company, LLC

Finalist
Hello, World!: A Children's Picture Book Magical Travel Adventure for Kids Ages 4-8 (Sophie & Stephie: The Travel Sister 1) by Ekaterina Otiko
Kids World Press

Finalist
I Am Different by Crystel Patterson
Independently Published

Finalist
Lunchbox Is On The Case Episode 5: A Very Lunchie Holiday by Jennifer Schick
Independently Published

Finalist
Popina & Slumberina by Irit Tal
Amazon KDP

Children's Picture Book: Softcover Nonfiction

Winner
Her Eyes Were On the Stars: Nancy Grace Roman, "Mother of Hubble" Space Telescope by Jennifer Sommer
Braughler Books

Finalist
My Variety Child: A Caleb Book Series by Lashontrei Henton
LateBloom Publishing House

Finalist
Too Young to What? by Crystel Patterson
Independently Published

Children's Religious

Winner
My Holi: Colors of Cheer by Priya Kumari and Komal Garg
Eternal Tree Books LLC

Finalist
A Song in Her Heart by Kathy Dye
KitKat Press

Finalist
Schoolhouse Dogs Face Life by Dawn R. Darnell & Jim H. Darnell Jr.
KDP

Finalist
Shine Your Light by Courtney Lee Simpson
Kharis Publishing

Finalist
The Little Phoenix by A.M. Severson
Independently Published

Christian Inspirational Fiction

Winner
The Prayer Warrior by D. Tina Batten & Traci Wooden-Carlisle
Independently Published

Finalist
Mountain Healing by Sharon D. Tweet
Amazon

Finalist
Second Chance Inn by Marlayne Giron
Independently Published

Finalist
Song of the Tree Frogs by J.W. Kitson
Morgan James Publishing

Finalist
The Interview by Donna Lane
Independently Published

Finalist
The Victor — A Tale of Betrayal, Love and Sacrifice by Marlayne Giron
Independently Published

Coming of Age Fiction

Winner
Try to Remember by Iris Gomez
Grand Central, an imprint of Hachette Book Group

Finalist
Fireflies at Dusk by Mike Torreano
The Wild Rose Press

Finalist
Like Dust, I Rise by Ginny Rorby
Black Rose Writing

Finalist
Magic, Mystery and the Multiverse: The Marvelous Multiverse App by Aurora M. Winter
Same Page LLC

Finalist
Once In a Lifetime by Suzanne Mattaboni
TouchPoint Press

Finalist
Rez Dog Blues & The Haiku: A Savage Life in Bits and Pieces by William George Lindsay
Independently Published

Finalist
The River Is Everywhere by Emilie-Noelle Provost
Vine Leaves Press

Cookbooks: General

Winner
The Red Truck Bakery Farmhouse Cookbook by Brian Noyes
Clarkson Potter / Penguin Random House

Finalist
It's Not About the Pie: A Fresh Look at Hospitality by Nicki Corinne White
Carpenter's Son Publishing

Cookbooks: International

Winner
Irresistibly Vegan by Elvira Rodriguez Alonso
Independently Published

Cookbooks: Regional

Winner
Sourdough Biscuits and Pioneer Pies: The Old West Baking Book by Gail L. Jenner
Two Dot (Globe Pequot)

Cross-Genre Fiction

Winner
The Story of Briar by Ian Griffin
Ian Griffin Publishing

Finalist
Angel Flights by Baer Charlton
Mordant Media

Finalist
Counterclockwise, A Novel by David H. Falloure
BIH Imprint

Finalist
Divine Vintage by Sandra L. Young
The Wild Rose Press

Finalist
Fetching Dreams by Mary Bleckwehl
Immortal Works Press

Finalist
Intended Consequences by John Morelli
Wrongway Publishing

Current Events

Winner
The U.S. 2023 High Power Bill Crisis, Cut Your High Power Bill Today: The Simple Art of Reducing Energy Consumption —The Definitive Guide — by John Rubio
Archway Publishing

Finalist
The ISSA Manuscript: An American Public Policy Statement by Scott A. Ginn
Gen X Books

Education/Academic

Winner
1001 Great Ideas for Teaching and Raising Children with Autism or Asperger's, 2nd Edition by Ellen Notbohm and Veronica Zysk
Future Horizons, Inc.

Finalist
Chalkboard Champions: Twelve Remarkable Teachers Who Educated America's Disenfranchised Students by Terry Lee Marzell
Wheatmark

Finalist
Chalkboard Heroes: Twelve Courageous Teachers and Their Deeds of Valor by Terry Lee Marzell
Wheatmark

Finalist
Chasing Chickens: When Life after Higher Education Doesn't Go the Way You Planned (Rethinking Careers, Rethinking Academia) by Rachel Neff
University Press of Kansas

Finalist
One Room: Schools and Schoolteachers of the Pioneer West by Gail L. Jenner
Two Dot (Globe Pequot)

Finalist
The Academic Revolution by Justin Louis-Jean & Pierce Mortensen
Independently Published

Family Saga

Winner
A Field of Poppies by Sharon Sala
Independently Published

Finalist
Coffee Killed My Mother by Donna Koros Stramella
Quill Hawk Publishing

Finalist
How Not to Drown by Jaimee Wriston
Alcove Press

Finalist
The Dance of the Rose by Betty Viamontes
Zapote Street Books, LLC

Finalist
Try to Remember by Iris Gomez
Grand Central, an imprint of Hachette Book Group

Finalist
Where I Can Breathe by Hays Blinckmann
Amazon

Fantasy: Epic/High Fantasy

Winner
Eolyn (Book1 of The Silver Web) by Karin Rita Gastreich
Orb Weaver Press

Finalist
First Evil by John White
Independently Published

Finalist
The Child of Chaos by Glen Dahlgren
Mysterium Storyworks

Finalist
The Game of War by Glen Dahlgren
Mysterium Storyworks

Finalist
The House of Prophecy by Glen Dahlgren
Mysterium Storyworks

Finalist
The Sins of Kings by Daniel Thomas Valente
Barrente Publishing

Fantasy: General

Winner
imPerfect Magic by C.N. Rowan
Main Rock Publishing

Finalist
Clara Thorn, the witch that was found by Don Jones
Independently Published

Finalist
Daniel Scratch: a story of witchkind by Don Jones
Independently Published

Finalist
Echoes of a Seer: The Starbinds Series, Book 1 by Angela K. French
Independently Published

Finalist
End of Crows by R.A. Lingenfelter
Stories 2 Life Productions

Finalist
Loy: In the Forests of the Mind by Todd David Gross
Sunlit Lane Productions

Finalist
The Byways by Mary Pascual
SparkPress

Fantasy: Historical

Winner
Bound in Flame by Katherine Kayne
Passionflower Press

Finalist
General Jack and the Battle of the Five Kingdoms by David Bush
Independently Published

Finalist
Raven Seeker by JS Murphy
Eventide Books

General Fiction

Winner
A Southern Girl by John Warley
University of South Carolina Press

Finalist
All the Dancing Birds by Auburn McCanta
Marcanti Clarke Literary Press

Finalist
Fire, Water, and Rock by Alaina Erdell
Bold Strokes Books

Finalist
Grieving Daughter's Club by Andrea Bear
Elk Lake Publishing Inc.

Finalist
My Best Mistake: Tasha's Story by Carole Wolfe
Blind Vista Press

Finalist
Try to Remember by Iris Gomez
Grand Central, an imprint of Hachette Book Group

Graphic Novel

Winner
The Ferrokin Origin by Jennifer Swartwood-Walker
Theory Comics LLC

Finalist
Blank by Keith Carmona
Scattered Comics

Health: Addiction & Recovery

Winner
The Plans He Has For Me: A 12-Week Daily Devotional for Freedom from Alcohol by Rose Ann Forte
Ignite Press

Finalist
ADDICTED: Recovering from Marijuana Addiction by Kathy D.
Kindle Digital Publishing

Finalist
Trail of the Warrior by R. H. Pfeiffer
WIL Publishing

Health: Aging/50+

Winner
The Glaucoma Guidebook: Expert Advice on Maintaining Healthy Vision by Constance Okeke, MD, MSCE
Johns Hopkins University Press

Finalist
Aging Consciously, Dying Awake by Roz Bound
Soulspirit Publishing

Finalist
I don't know how long my short term memory is…Feldenkrais and BrainEase by Nancy Haller
Independently Published

Finalist
Squint: Re-visioning the Second Half of Life by Margit Novack
Extra Step Media

Health: Alternative Medicine

Winner
Essentials of Medical Intuition: A Visionary Path to Wellness by Wendie Colter, MCWC, CMIP
Watkins Publishing

Finalist
I don't know how long my short term memory is…Feldenkrais and BrainEase by Nancy Haller
Independently Published

Health: Cancer

Winner
Life Interrupted, Dr. Dua's Survival Guide by Dr. Manu Dua and Dr. Parul Dua Makkar
Laurel Elite Books

Health: Death & Dying

Winner
A Sky of Infinite Blue: A Japanese Immigrant's Search for Home and Self by Kyomi O'Connor
She Writes Press

Finalist
Always and Forever: A Children's Book to Cope with Grief and Loss by Dr. Dana Edwards
Independently Published

Finalist
Dad Died, Then Mom: Sibling's Spiritual & Inspirational Memoir As Caregivers by Malia Arries
Trilogy Christian Publishers

Finalist
Life Interrupted, Dr. Dua's Survival Guide by Dr. Manu Dua and Dr. Parul Dua Makkar
Laurel Elite Books

Finalist
Nine Days by Judy Lannon
Atmosphere Press

Health: General

Winner
The Glaucoma Guidebook: Expert Advice on Maintaining Healthy Vision by Constance Okeke, MD, MSCE
Johns Hopkins University Press

Finalist
How Healers Heal by Shilpi Pradhan
Pradhan Publications LLC

Finalist
I don't know how long my short term memory is…Feldenkrais and BrainEase by Nancy Haller
Independently Published

Health: Psychology/Mental Health

Winner
Traumatization and Its Aftermath by Antonieta Contreras
Routledge

Finalist
A Dove in the Shadows: My Mental Health Recovery Journey from Patient to Professional by Jennifer Silbaugh
Aurora Corialis Publishing

Finalist
Hold on Tight: A Parent's Journey Raising Children with Mental Illness by Jan Stewart
Barlow Books

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

Finalist
The Stress Book: Forty-Plus Ways to Manage Stress & Enjoy Your Life by D. Terrence Foster, MD
Global Health & Consortium

Finalist
Walks on the Margins: A Story of Bipolar Illness by Kathy Brandt and Max Maddox
Monkshood Press

Health: Women's Health

Winner
When the Words Suddenly Stopped: Finding My Voice Again After a Massive Stroke by Vivian L. King
Author Academy Elite

Finalist
How Healers Heal by Shilpi Pradhan
Pradhan Publications LLC

Finalist
I Trust My Inner Voice by Ana Parra Vivas
Independently Published

Finalist
My Heart Attack Saved My Life…But For What? by Susan Smith
Heart Smart Press

Finalist
PERIOD. THE END: Wit, Wisdom, and Practical Guidance for Women in Menopause—and Beyond by Linda Condrillo
Woodvalley Press

Finalist
The Woo Woo Way: Unblock Your Chakras and Transform Your Life by Sandy Evenson
Spotlight Publishing House

Historical Fiction

Winner
The Midwife's Revolt by Jodi Daynard
Lake Union Publishers

Finalist
A Roman Death by Joan O'Hagan
Black Quill Press

Finalist
Landscape of a Marriage: Central Park was only the beginning by Gail Ward Olmsted
Black Rose Writing

Finalist
Orphan Moon by T. K. Lukas
Chevalier Publishing

Finalist
The Fourteenth of September by Rita Dragonette
She Writes Press

Finalist
The Silver Baron's Wife by Donna Baier Stein
Serving House Books

Finalist
Trouble the Water by Rebecca Dwight Bruff
Koehler Books

History: General

Winner
The C.R. Patterson and Sons Company: Black Pioneers in the Vehicle Building Industry, 1865-1939 by Christopher Nelson
Kindle Direct Publishing

Finalist
GOT PROOF! My Genealogical Journey Through The Use of Documentation by Michael Nolden Henderson
The Write Image

Finalist
Sheer Will: The Story of the Port of Houston and the Houston Ship Channel by David H. Falloure
BIH Imprint

Finalist
The Home Voices Speak Louder than the Drums: Dreams and the Imagination in Civil War Letters and Memoirs by Wanda Easter Burch
McFarland Publishers

Finalist
The Spirit of Ruchel Leah by Lester Blum
Independently Published

History: Military

Winner
The Things They Cannot Say: Stories Soldiers Won't Tell You About What They've Seen, Done or Failed to Do in War by Kevin Sites
HarperCollins Publishing (Harper Perennial Imprint)

Finalist
Military Wives in Arizona Territory: A History of Women Who Shaped the Frontier by Jan Cleere
TwoDot, a division of Rowman & Littlefield Publishers

Finalist
No Shit Here I Am: A Soldier's Stories of Life During and After the War on Terror by Jarrod L. Taylor
Independently Published

Finalist
Sea Pay: A Enlisted Man's Naval Adventure by Bob Dorgan
Koehler Books

Finalist
The Second Battle of Cabin Creek: Brilliant Victory (Civil War Series) by Steven L. Warren
Arcadia Publishing, Inc.

Finalist
Vietnam Combat: Firefights and Writing History by Robin Bartlett
Casemate Publishers

History: United States

Winner
Naming Gotham: The Villains, Rogues, and Heroes Behind New York Place Names by Rebecca Bratspies
History Press

Finalist
American Dude Ranch: A Touch of the Cowboy and the Thrill of the West by Lynn Downey
University of Oklahoma Press

Finalist
Before Penn: An Illustrated History of The Delaware River Colonies, 1609-1682 by Hal Taylor
Beacon Publishing Group

Finalist
Highway Heist: America's Crumbling Infrastructure and the Road Forward by James T. Bennett
Independent Institute

Finalist
In Search of Monsters to Destroy: The Folly of American Empire and the Paths to Peace by Christopher J. Coyne
Independent Institute

Finalist
What Lies Beneath: California Pioneer Cemeteries and Graveyards by Gail L. Jenner
Two Dot (Globe Pequot)

Holidays: Fiction

Winner
Gona's Halloween Hunt by Carla Crane Osborne
Gona Publishing

Finalist
A-Drift on the Road by Cynthia J. Dueringer
Ridiculous Life

Finalist
Money or Love, Internet Dating From the Far Side of 40 by Christina M. Abt
aBc Writing and Consulting, LLC

Finalist
Santa Claus: The Beginning by Terry Broxson
Atmosphere Press

Finalist
The Best Time of the Year by Joanne Telcide-Bryant
Josh & Nelly's, LLC

Home & Garden

Winner
Permaculture Gardening for the Absolute Beginner by Josie Beckham
All We Need Publishing

Finalist
Foundation Repair Secrets: Learn How to Protect Yourself and Save Thousands by Robert K. Brown
Advantage Media

Horror: General

Winner
Traces of Mary by G. Wayne Miller
Crossroad Press

Finalist
All the Monsters Are Here: Thirteen Spooky Tales by Aaron Ray Ballard
Page Publishing

Finalist
Moonlight Becomes You by Robert Herold
Wild Rose Press

Finalist
The Shadow of Banshee Hill by Fionn Mac Meldrum
Koehler Books

Finalist
Tooth and Talon: Stories by James Walter Lee
2nd Sight Press

Finalist
Xolo: A Novel of Canine Horror by Peter Hurd
Dorrance Publishing

Horror: Paranormal/Supernatural

Winner
A Dry Spell by Susie Moloney
Delacorte Press

Finalist
FLICKER: A Paranormal Mystery by Len Boswell
Independently Published

Horror: Psychological

Winner
Just Desserts by N.J. Gallegos
Black Hare Press

Humor/Comedy/Satire

Winner
Downstairs at the White House (The story of a teenager, an Oval Office, and the ringside seat to Watergate) by Donald M. Stinson
Eastern Harbor Press, LLC

Finalist
Flight of Fools by Sean Myers
Myers Freelance LLC

Finalist
The Goodbye Girls Putting The Fun in Funerals by Juliet Domvile
House of Miles Books

Finalist
The Key to Circus-Mom Highway by Allyson Rice
The Total Human Press

Finalist
The View From The Wrong Side Of The Day: A Story About Nursing, PTSD And Other Shenanigans by T.C. Randall
FriesenPress

Finalist
Trip Tales: From Family Camping to Life as a Ranger by Rosanne S. McHenry
Huntley Avenue Press

Inspirational Fiction

Winner
The iCandidate by Mikael Carlson
Warrington Publishing

Finalist
All That is Sacred by Donna Norman-Carbone
Red Adept Publishing

Finalist
Running As Fast As I Can by John David Graham
Don Quixote Press

Finalist
The Light of Grace, Journeys of an Angel by Kasey Claytor
Osprey Publishing

Finalist
Where No Man Pursueth by Micheal E. Jimerson
Atmosphere Press

Finalist
White Sugar, Brown Sugar by Michael A. Pyle
Armstrong Media Group, LLC, printed, distributed by BookBaby, LLC

Juvenile Fiction

Winner
Charlotte's Ghosts: The Mystery of the Vanishing Boy by L.P. Simone
DragonSongPublishing.com

Finalist
Home Again by Carla Crane Osborne
Gona Publishing

Finalist
Jubali and the Quest For The Golden Crown by E. E. Pritchett, MD and Robin D. Oliver, LAPSW
Changing The Narrative Book Publishers

Finalist
Kris & The Missing Prince by Art Blegen
Imaginative Adventures Publishing

Finalist
Mahalo Does Not Mean Trash by Aura Perkins
Perks Publishing, LLC

Law

Winner
Justice in Plain Sight: How a Small-Town Newspaper and Its Unlikely Lawyer Opened America's Courtrooms by Dan Bernstein
University of Nebraska Press

Finalist
The Power of Dignity: How Transforming Justice Can Heal Our Communities by Judge Victoria Pratt
Seal Press/Hatchett Group Publishing

LGBTQ+ Fiction

Winner
Until September by Harker Jones
Independently Published

Finalist
Fire, Water, and Rock by Alaina Erdell
Bold Strokes Books

Finalist
Flowers by Night by Lucy May Lennox
Independently Published

Finalist
Pacific Pack by Harlowe Frost
Independently Published

Finalist
The Sound of Her Smile: A Jensy Willett Novel by Sara Scott
Word Craft, LLC

Finalist
Wolf Healer by Huckleberry Rahr
Independently Published

LGBTQ+ Nonfiction

Winner
Every Grain of Sand by David P. Wichman
W. Brand Publishing

Finalist
Affliction: Growing Up With A Closeted Gay Dad by Laura Hall
She Writes Press

Finalist
MULLIGAN: the Journey of Dreams by Nathanael Starr Key
Independently Published

Literary Fiction

Winner
Dark Horses by Susan Mihalic
Scout Press, an imprint of Simon and Schuster

Finalist
A Kind of Hush by JoDee Neathery
Imagery Lit

Finalist
All the Dancing Birds by Auburn McCanta
Marcanti Clarke Literary Press

Finalist
Circus Home: A Novel of Life, Love and New Jersey by Jason Ollander-Krane
Independently Published

Finalist
Dog Logic: A Novel by Tom Strelich
Owl Canyon Press

Finalist
Goodlife, Mississippi: A Novel by Eileen Saint Lauren
Eileen Saint Lauren Books, LLC

Military Fiction

Winner
Stoneheart by Baer Charlton
Mordant Media

Finalist
Captain of the Tides Gunner Morgan by Charles D. Morgan with Jacque Hillman
HillHelen Group Publishers LLC

Finalist
Major Jake Fortina and the Tier One Threat by Ralph R. "Rick" Steinke
Koehler Books

Finalist
Reflections of Valour by James Elsener
Ledger Publishing Co.

Finalist
War's End by J.C. Svec
Amazon

Multicultural Fiction

Winner
Always Orchid by Carol Van Den Hende
Azine Press

Finalist
Arab Boy Delivered by Paul Aziz Zarou
Cune Press

Finalist
Hands of Gold: One Man's Quest to Find the Silver Lining in Misfortune by Roni Robbins
Amsterdam Publishers

Finalist
Perestroika: an eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth by João Cerqueira
8th House Publishing

Finalist
Rez Dog Blues & The Haiku: A Savage Life in Bits and Pieces by William George Lindsay
Independently Published

Finalist
The Invisible Red String: A love story that transcends time, place, and circumstance by Peter Berlin and Ann Zachariah
The Publishing Genie

Finalist
Try to Remember by Iris Gomez
Grand Central

Multicultural Nonfiction

Winner
Junkyard Girl: A Memoir of Ancestry, Family Secrets and Second Chances by Carlyn Montes De Oca
Goose Hill Press

Finalist
Message in a Matchbox: Memories of a Childhood in Tehran by Sara Fashandi
Seyedeh Fashandi

Finalist
Ninety-Nine Fire Hoops by Allison Hong Merrill
She Writes Press

Finalist
Places We Left Behind: a memoir-in-miniature by Jennifer Lang
Vine Leaves Press

Finalist
Sophia's Return: Uncovering My Mother's Past by Sophia Kouidou-Giles
She Writes Press

Finalist
Tei, a memoir of the end of war and beginning of peace by Nanako Water, translator of late Tei Fujiwara
Tonnbo Books

Finalist
Workin' Our Way Home by Ron Hall
Thomas Nelson

Mystery/Suspense: Cozy Mysteries

Winner
The Body Next Door by Gay Yellen
GYDR Press

Finalist
A New Place, Another Murder by Christa Nardi
Independently Published

Finalist
Looks Are Deceiving by Bill VanPatten
Independently Published

Finalist
The Book of Rules by Gail Noble-Sanderson
Noble Press

Finalist
They Needed Killing by Bill Fitts
Gibbons-Fitts Ink

Mystery/Suspense: General

Winner
The Complication: A Camille Delaney Mystery by Amanda DuBois
Girl Friday Books

Finalist
Burning Distance by Joanne Leedom-Ackerman
Oceanview Publishing, Inc.

Finalist
Saving Myles by Carl Vonderau
Oceanview Publishing, Inc.

Finalist
Second Term by J.M. Adams
Oceanview Publishing, Inc.

Finalist
Sweet Paradise by Gene Desrochers
Acorn Publishing

Finalist
The Mourning Islands by Douglas Wells
TouchPoint Press

Finalist
Waking Up in Medellin by Kathryn Lane
Tortuga Publishing, LLC

Mystery/Suspense: Hard-Boiled/Crime

Winner
Knee Deep by Mac Fortner
CreateSpace

Finalist
In Danger of Judgment by David Rabin
Black Rose Writing

Finalist
Night Moves: The Stroll Murders by Gar Mallinson
Amazon

Finalist
White Gold by Micheal E. Jimerson
Atmosphere Press

Mystery/Suspense: Historical

Winner
Imperfect Burials by Thomas Henry Pope
Independently Published

Finalist
A Roman Death by Joan O'Hagan
Black Quill Press

Finalist
A Week and a Day by Hal Adkins
Amazon KDP

Finalist
Beauty & Grace, A Historical Novel by Christina M. Abt
aBc Writing and Consulting, LLC

Finalist
Disturbed Tombs by Kay A. Oliver
Independently Published

Finalist
Three Creeks by Ken Farmer
Timber Creek Press

Mystery/Suspense: Multicultural & Diverse

Winner
A Skeleton in Bone Creek by Baer Charlton
Mordant Media

Mystery/Suspense: Procedurals

Winner
Bough Cutter: A Northern Lakes Mystery by Jeff Nania
Feet Wet Writing

Mystery/Suspense: Romantic Suspense

Winner
The Lost Concerto by Helaine Mario
Oceanview Publishing

Finalist
As Time Unfolds by Barbara Zerfoss
Morgan James Publishing

Finalist
Crown Hill: A Novel of Love, Life and The Afterlife by Christina M. Abt
aBc Writing and Consulting, LLC

Finalist
Hollyland: A Novel by Patricia Leavy
She Writes Press

Finalist
Shadow Music by Helaine Mario
Oceanview Publishing

Finalist
The Mysterious Death of Mr. Darcy: A Pride and Prejudice Mystery by Regina Jeffers
Kindle Direct Publishing

New Age: Fiction

Winner
Revelation by Victor Acquista
BHC Press

Finalist
The Light of Grace, Journeys of an Angel by Kasey Claytor
Osprey Publishing

New Age: Nonfiction

Winner
Quantum Spirituality: Science, Gnostic Mysticism, and Connecting with Source Consciousness by Peter Canova
Bear & Company

Finalist
Beep! Beep! Get Out of My Way!: Seven Tools for Powerful Creation and Living Your Unstoppable Life by Catherine DeMonte
Amazon KDP

Finalist
Spirituality, Evolution & Awakened Consciousness – Getting Real About Soul Maturity and Spiritual Growth by Lorraine Nilon
Insight & Awareness Pty Ltd

Finalist
THE GAME: Winning by Virtue One Move at a Time by Princess Merrilee of Solana
EDK Books LLC

Nonfiction: Creative

Winner
Problem Solver, Maximizing Your Strength To Make Better Decisions by Cheryl Strauss Einhorn
Cornell University Press

Finalist
Digging: Lifting the Memorable from Within the Unthinkable by Susan M. Rostan
Rosalie Ink Publications

Finalist
Lessons From a Small Town by Bill Thompson
Warren Publishing

Finalist
Storked! Adoption Secrecy and the Search for Identity by K.C. Sanford
The Breathing Room

Finalist
The Worst Thing We've Ever Done: One Juror's Reckoning with Racial Injustice by Carol Menaker
She Writes Press

Nonfiction: Cross-Genre

Winner
My Grief Is Not Like Yours by Theo Boyd
Forefront Books

Finalist
1001 Great Ideas for Teaching and Raising Children with Autism or Asperger's, 2nd Edition by Ellen Notbohm and Veronica Zysk
Future Horizons, Inc.

Finalist
Inner Sanctum Exposed by Christopher Romano
Amazon

Finalist
Israeli And Palestinian Voices: A Dialogue with Both Sides by Cathy Sultan
Wisdom Editions, an imprint of Calumet Editions

Finalist
King of Soca: The Ultimate Insider Reveals How Machel Montano Became One Of The World's Most Popular Soca Artists by Elizabeth Montano
EESM Elizabeth Montano, Port of Spain

Nonfiction: General

Winner
Mission Transition: Navigating the Opportunities to Your Post-Military Career by Matthew J. Louis
HarperCollins Leadership

Finalist
Highway Heist: America's Crumbling Infrastructure and the Road Forward by James T. Bennett
Independent Institute

Finalist
Music of Hate, Music for Healing: Paired Stories from the Hate Music Industry and the Profession of Music Therapy by Ted Ficken, PhD
Luminare Press

Finalist
On My Way to Greatness: Understand the Power of Affirmations, Unlock Your Potential and Manifest the Power Within You by Wildine Pierre
Independently Published

Finalist
Start. Scale. Exit. Repeat. by Colin C. Campbell
Forbes Books

Finalist
The Stress Book: Forty-Plus Ways to Manage Stress & Enjoy Your Life by D. Terrence Foster, MD
Global Health & Consortium

Nonfiction: Inspirational

Winner
What Difference Do It Make? Stories of Hope and Healing by Ron Hall
Thomas Nelson

Finalist
CCNY Made: Profiles in Grit by Ronnyjane Goldsmith
The History Press

Finalist
Footprints on the Mountain: Hiking the Appalachian Trail from Georgia to Maine by Dr. Dennis Renshaw
The HillHelen Group LLC

Finalist
Hold on Tight: A Parent's Journey Raising Children with Mental Illness by Jan Stewart
Barlow Books

Finalist
Just One: A Journey of Perseverance and Conviction by Nour Akhras, MD
Global Bookshelves

Finalist
Same Kind Of Different As Me - Special Movie Edition by Ron Hall
Thomas Nelson

Nonfiction: Narrative

Winner
Mississippi Barking: Hurricane Katrina and a Life That Went to the Dogs by Chris McLaughlin
University Press of Mississippi

Finalist
Don't Tell'em You're Cold: A Memoir of Poverty and Resilience by Katherine P. Manley
Mountain State Press

Finalist
Emalia: A Mother-Daughter Journey from Here to Beyond by Brooke A. Brown, Ph.D.
Banana Moon Press

Finalist
One Small Pebble…A Thousand Ripples by Les Gee
IngramSpark

Finalist
Trip Tales: From Family Camping to Life as a Ranger by Rosanne S. McHenry
Huntley Avenue Press

Finalist
Vietnam Combat: Firefights and Writing History by Robin Bartlett
Casemate Publishers

Novelette

Winner
Rose in Bloom by Sharon E. Cathcart
Draft2Digital

Novella

Winner
Duende by Alex Poppe
Regal House Publishing

Finalist
Courage on the Run by J. Carol Nemeth
Forget Me Not Romances, Winged Publications

Finalist
Keeping To Himself by John Carenen
Koehler Books

Finalist
Stained Glass Secrets and Star Wishes by Celaine Charles
The Wild Rose Press

Finalist
The Windy City Terror: A Griffin Knight Horror Mystery by Miguel Angel Hernandez Jr.
Soaring High Publishing

Novelty & Gift Book

Winner
The Book: The Ultimate Guide to Rebuilding Civilization by Bad Idea Company Ltd
Bad Idea Company Ltd.

Finalist
The Porch by Elishea H. Barlow
Independently Published

Parenting & Family

Winner
1001 Great Ideas for Teaching and Raising Children with Autism or Asperger's, 2nd Edition by Ellen Notbohm and Veronica Zysk
Future Horizons, Inc.

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

Finalist
Hold on Tight: A Parent's Journey Raising Children with Mental Illness by Jan Stewart
Barlow Books

Finalist
Intertwined: A Mother's Memoir by Kathleen English Cadmus
KiCam Projects

Finalist
Stop Arguing and Start Understanding: Nine Steps to Solving Family Conflicts by David C. Hall MD
Montlake Family Press

Finalist
The Destination Birth by Alex Bisset
Bubba Books LLC

Finalist
What's Eating Our Kids?: A Parent’s Guide to Food Allergy, Intolerance, and Toxicity by Julie A. Wendt, MD
Independently Published

Performing Arts: Film, Theater, Dance, Music

Winner
The Cello Still Sings: A Generational Story of the Holocaust and the Transformative Power of Music by Janet Horvath
Amsterdam Publishers

Finalist
A Dancer's Diary: Around the World in Thirteen Dances by Dina McDermott
Independently Published

Finalist
King of Soca: The Ultimate Insider Reveals How Machel Montano Became One Of The World's Most Popular Soca Artists by Elizabeth Montano
EESM Elizabeth Montano, Port of Spain

Finalist
Purple Bananas: How Prince Save Me and Other Selections from the Soundtrack 2 My Life by Jason Webber
BookBaby

Finalist
What They Didn't Teach You In Film School by Miguel Parga
Ilex

Photography

Winner
Rio Grande del Norte: An Intimate Portrait by Geraint Smith
Dog Soldier Press

Finalist
Delaware Before the Railroads: A Diamond among the States by Dave Tabler
Independently Published

Finalist
Garage Stills & Fringe Nature by Jacquie Maria Wessels
Ludion

Poetry: Anthologies

Winner
Dossiers of Solace Tales by Jay Horan
Valley and Isle Publishers

Finalist
tacenda at eventide by Victoria Tan
BookLeaf Publishing

Finalist
Thoughts and Musings: Life, Love, and the Human Condition by P.K. Rankin
Independently Published

Poetry: Chapbook

Winner
Birth of a Daughter by Samantha Kolber
Kelsay Books

Finalist
Broken Metronome by Connie Post
Glass Lyre Press

Finalist
Colors Collected by Celaine Charles
Palmetto Publishing Group

Finalist
Moments Around The Campfire With A Vietnam Vet by Thom Brucie
Daniel Vision's Press

Poetry: Contemporary

Winner
The Divine Kiss by Carolyn Mary Kleefeld
The Seventh Quarry & Cross-Cultural Communications

Finalist
Blameforest by Jason Stocks
Mindstir Media

Finalist
Maps for Migrants and Ghosts by Luisa A. Igloria
Southern Illinois University Press

Finalist
Swaying on the Elephant's Shoulders by Diana Woodcock
Little Red Tree Publishing

Finalist
Watch Me Trick Ghosts by Robert Krut
Codhill Press

Poetry: General

Winner
A Different Physics by Lisa Rosenberg
Red Mountain Press

Finalist
Chicana On Fire: Ignited by the 1970s East L.A. Chicano Protest Movement by Vibiana Aparicio-Chamberlin
Bambaz Press

Finalist
Grief Touched the Sky at Night by Gloria Mindock
Glass Lyre Press

Finalist
The Last Sacred Place in North America by Stephen Haven
New American Press

Finalist
The Warhol Pillows by Diane Wald
Finishing Line Press

Finalist
The Wild Severance by V. P. Loggins
Bright Hill Press

Finalist
Wiping Stars from Your Sleeves by David James
Shanti Arts Press

Poetry: Narrative

Winner
Alone in the House of My Heart by Kari Gunter-Seymour
Ohio University Press/Swallow Press

Finalist
Canaäd by D.A. Wood
Resource Publications

Finalist
How Do You Love…When? by Barbara L. Eikner
Trabar Communications LLC

Finalist
Oxblood: Poems by Nicole Caruso Garcia
Able Muse Press

Finalist
S.O.S. ~ Songs Of Sobriety ~ A Personal Journey Of Recovery by C. Steven Blue
Arrowcloud Press

Poetry: Religious

Winner
Curtains by John Anderson
Covenant Books

Finalist
Conversations in Lavender by Romalita Harrison
Lee's Press

Finalist
in so few words: A Collection of Short Form Poetry by Linda L. Kruschke
Independently Published

Finalist
Warrior of the Flock by John Earl Sharp
Independently Published

Finalist
When the Trumpet Is Blown by Quraishiyah Durbarry
Wipf and Stock

Poetry: Urban

Winner
Poetically Black: Reflections on African American Joy, Sorrow, and Healing by Janis Leslie Evans
Jahmerican Press

Finalist
S.O.S. ~ Songs Of Sobriety ~ A Personal Journey Of Recovery by C. Steven Blue
Arrowcloud Press

Finalist
The Power of a Woman by C. Steven Blue
Arrowcloud Press

Pre-Teen Fiction

Winner
A Calf Named Brian Higgins by Kristen Ball
One Elm Books, an imprint of Red Chair Press

Finalist
Drifters Realm, Book 1 by AnneMarie Mazotti Gouveia
Atmosphere Press

Finalist
Erift's Journeys: Secrets of The Sealed Forest by J.T. Tenera
Independently Published

Finalist
Future Hack by Dana Klisanin
Genius Cat Books

Finalist
Shloymi Boyml and His Purim Adventure by Yale Strom
Olniansky Tekst

Finalist
The Metamorphosis of Emma Murry by Rebecca Laxton
Warren Publishing

Finalist
Thrown to the Wind by Amanda M. Cetas
Windy Sea Publishing, LLC

Religion: Christian Inspirational

Winner
Same Kind Of Different As Me - Special Movie Edition by Ron Hall
Thomas Nelson

Finalist
Burdens to Blessings: Discover the Power of Your Story by Kim Crabill
Broadstreet Publishing

Finalist
CHERISHED: 365 Devotions that Celebrate God's Love For You by Kim Crabill
Broadstreet Publishing

Finalist
Finding Joe Adams: Overcoming Great Odds, A Son Searches For His Father by Joe Field
Independently Published

Finalist
It's Not About the Pie: A Fresh Look at Hospitality by Nicki Corinne White
Carpenter's Son Publishing

Finalist
Revival in the Pews: Uncovering the Plot to Destroy Your Destiny by Vivian Phillips
The Royal Court Publishing

Finalist
The MENtal Fight Of Your Life by Freddie Floyd Jr.
Covenant Books

Religion: Christianity

Winner
Divine Detour: The Path You'd Never Choose Can Lead to the Faith You've Always Wanted by Lori Ann Wood
CrossRiver Media Group

Finalist
A Holy Haunting: Why Faith isn't a leap but a series of staggers from one safe place to another by Sam D. Kim
Morgan James Faith

Finalist
Beyond Belief: How Living with a Brain Stem Tumor Brought Faith and Purpose to Life by Kyle Campbell
Ignite Press

Finalist
Biblical Keys to Life: The Questions We Have and the Answers We Need by Latina Nichole Smith
Luvheir Publishing

Finalist
Burdens to Blessings: Discover the Power of Your Story by Kim Crabill
Broadstreet Publishing

Finalist
Living for His Glory: Strengthen your Faith as you Find Hope and Purpose in Life's Seemingly Insurmountable Challenges by Kim S. Kinney
Independently Published

Finalist
The Gospel: A Redemption and Restoration Story by Mike O'Dowd
Deep River Books

Religion: Eastern

Winner
A Sky of Infinite Blue: A Japanese Immigrant's Search for Home and Self by Kyomi O'Connor
She Writes Press

Religion: General

Winner
A Holy Haunting: Why Faith isn't a leap but a series of staggers from one safe place to another by Sam D. Kim
Morgan James Faith

Finalist
CHERISHED: 365 Devotions that Celebrate God's Love For You by Kim Crabill
Broadstreet Publishing

Finalist
It's Not About the Pie: A Fresh Look at Hospitality by Nicki Corinne White
Carpenter's Son Publishing

Finalist
Pray Like A Pro: A Guide to Strategic and Effective Prayer by Carlene Kelly
Christian Faith Publishing

Religious Fiction

Winner
A Divine Romance by Ifueko Ogbomo
InspiroLogos Publishing

Finalist
Battlefield of Deceit, Faith in the Parks Book 5 by J. Carol Nemeth
Winged Publications

Finalist
Grieving Daughter's Club by Andrea Bear
Elk Lake Publishing Inc.

Finalist
The Sun Can't Hold a Candle by Virginia C. Schroeder
Westbow Press

Romance: Erotica

Winner
Sex. Love, & Dessert by Delilah Dante
Fulton Books

Finalist
The Girl Next Door by Katherine Nightingale
Amazon

Romance: General

Winner
Hollyland: A Novel by Patricia Leavy
She Writes Press

Finalist
Love & Panic by Raina Ash
Pink Fox Publishing

Finalist
Mail Order Pointe: Hawthorne Billionaire Series, Book Six by Farrah Lee
Amazon

Finalist
Musical Games by Evie Alexander
Emlin Press

Finalist
Royal Caleva: Gabriel by Nancy Herkness
Tabby Brothers Press

Finalist
Through the Veneer of Time by Vera Bell
Champagne Book Group

Finalist
Victor's Blessing by Barbara Sontheimer
Atmosphere Press

Romance: Historical

Winner
To Love a Texas Ranger by Linda Broday
Sourcebooks Publishing

Finalist
An Island Long Ago by Julie Burnette Feingold
Independently Published

Finalist
Bound in Flame by Katherine Kayne
Passionflower Press

Finalist
Daughter of Liberty by J. M. Hochstetler
Sheaf House Publishers

Finalist
Mountain Refuge by Johny Weber
Hildebrand Books, an imprint of W. Brand Publishing

Finalist
The Hoyden and The Rake by Victoria Price
Independently Published

Finalist
Tides of Blue by Sharon Brubaker Tivshe Publishing

Romance: Paranormal/Supernatural

Winner
The Firebrand: The Blood Cover Series, Book 1 by T. M. Smith
Evernight Publishing

Finalist
Night Angel by Annette Miller
The Wild Rose Press

Finalist
Pacific Pack by Harlowe Frost
Independently Published

Finalist
Raven Seeker by JS Murphy
Eventide Books

Finalist
The Dawnbreaker Gambit by Tony Merriweather
Independently Published

Romance: Romantic Comedy

Winner
Highland Games by Evie Alexander
Emlin Press

Finalist
Tex Miller is Dead by Kelly Elizabeth Huston
Watermount Publishing

Finalist
The Four Year Hitch by Don Cox
Dorrance Publishing Co.

Science

Winner
Decoding Human Nature by Domenico Meschino
Independently Published

Science Fiction: Alien/Space

Winner
To Castle Kingside by John W. Grundy
Paper Jam Publishing

Finalist
Moon Life by Marlene Fabian Stiles and Hank Fabian
Draft2Digital

Finalist
Pawn by J.C. Ahern
Independently Published

Finalist
Steel Reign: Flight of the Starship Concord by Braxton A. Cosby
Cosby Media Productions, Inc.

Science Fiction: Cyberpunk

Winner
Into the Beanstalk by J. Paul Roe
Independently Published

Science Fiction: General

Winner
Artefactum by J.E. Tobal
Mindstir Media

Finalist
Chiral Justice by L.L. Richman
Delta V Press

Finalist
Death of Heaven by JZ Murdock
Zilyon Publishing

Finalist
Hannah Goodheart and the Guardian of Time by C. Michael Morrison
Fawkes Press, LLC

Finalist
Memories Don't Lie by Pauline Yates
Black Hare Press

Science Fiction: Parallel Universe/Alternative History

Winner
American Judas by Mickey Dubrow
Southern Fried Karma

Finalist
A Week and a Day by Hal Adkins
Amazon KDP

Finalist
The New Empire by Alison McBain
Woodhall Press

Science Fiction: Post-Apocalyptic

Winner
Project Hemisphere (Anitpodes Series book 1) by T.S. Simons
4 Horsemen Publications

Finalist
Asylum by Susy Smith
Balkan Press

Finalist
Broken: Book 1 of The Young Hellions Series by Braxton A. Cosby
Cosby Media Productions, Inc.

Finalist
The Journey North: The Ripple Effect Book 2 by Eric Aune
Amazon KDP

Finalist
The Ripple Effect: Book 1 by Eric Aune
Amazon KDP

Self-Help: General

Winner
The Performance Paradox: Turning the Power of Mindset into Action by Eduardo Briceño
Ballantine Books

Finalist
Breaking the Cycle: The 6 Stages of Healing from Childhood Family Trauma by Kaytee Gillis
Clara's Voice Publishing

Finalist
Quantum Spirituality: Science, Gnostic Mysticism, and Connecting with Source Consciousness by Peter Canova
Bear & Company

Finalist
Shine Your Light: A Guided Journal by Lisa Marie Dempsey
Written Dreams Publishing

Finalist
The Stress Book: Forty-Plus Ways to Manage Stress & Enjoy Your Life by D. Terrence Foster, MD
Global Health & Consortium

Finalist
Traumatization and Its Aftermath by Antonieta Contreras
Routledge

Self-Help: Motivational

Winner
Holistic Wealth Expanded and Updated: 36 Life Lessons To Help You Recover From Disruption, Find Your Life Purpose and Achieve Financial Freedom by Keisha Blair
Girl Friday Books

Finalist
A Crisis Is A Terrible Thing to Waste: The Art of Transforming the Tragic Into Magic by Kelly Sullivan Walden
Beyond Words

Finalist
Good Awkward: How to Embrace the Embarrassing and Celebrate the Cringe to Become The Bravest You by Henna Pryor
Ideapress Publishing

Finalist
Live Forever & Fix Everything: A Practical Plan for a Future That Works for Everyone by James Baker
Immortality Press

Finalist
Living All In: How to Show Up for the Life You Want by Chris Janssen
Chris Janssen Coaching LLC

Finalist
On My Way to Greatness: Understand the Power of Affirmations, Unlock Your Potential and Manifest the Power Within You by Wildine Pierre
Independently Published

Finalist
Restarting Your Life When You Are No Longer A Wife by Diane Burroughs
Paper Raven Books

Self-Help: Relationships

Winner
Gaslighting: A Step-by-Step Recovery Guild to Break Free from Emotional Abuse and Build Healthy Relationships by Deborah Vinall, PsyD, LMFT
Rockridge Press

Finalist
Smiling on the Outside: Secrets, Sex, Shame and the Search for Self-Love by Ann Peck
Curvy World Media LLC

Finalist
Stop Arguing and Start Understanding: Nine Steps to Solving Family Conflicts by David C. Hall MD
Montlake Family Press

Finalist
The Open-Heart Open-Mind Recovery Concept: Twelve Suggestions to Freedom and Wholeness for Survivors of Parental Narcissistic Abuse by Violet Kairos
Balboa Press

Finalist
Wild Monogamy: Cultivating Erotic Intimacy to Keep Passion and Desire Alive by Mali Apple and Joe Dunn
A Higher Possibility

Finalist
You Can Talk to Anyone: Easily Engage in Conversation Using Proven Communication Skills and Forge Strong Interpersonal Connection by Ellen Dawson
Daisy Publishing

Short Story Fiction

Winner
True Fiction by Sohrab Homi Fracis
Stephen F. Austin State University Press

Finalist
Banjo Grease by Dennis Must
Red Hen Press

Finalist
Drink Wine and Be Beautiful: Short Stories by Kimberly Sullivan
Independently Published

Finalist
Music from a Strange Planet: Stories by Barbara Black
Caitlin Press

Finalist
The Ruin of Everything by Lara Stapleton
Paloma Press

Social Change

Winner
Just One: A Journey of Perseverance and Conviction by Nour Akhras, MD
Global Bookshelves

Finalist
Caras lindas de Colombia / Beautiful Faces of Colombia by Michael Bracey and Ruth Goring
Independently Published

Finalist
Crossing Borders: The Search for Dignity in Palestine by Christa Bruhn
Little Creek Press

Finalist
Sins of the System: Trauma, Guns, Tragedy, and the Betrayal of Our Children by Regina M. Griego
Transcending Futures, LLC

Finalist
The Power of Dignity: How Transforming Justice Can Heal Our Communities by Judge Victoria Pratt
Seal Press/Hatchett Group Publishing

Finalist
UNNECESSARY SORROW: A Journalist Investigates the Life and Death of His Oldest Brother: Ordained , Discarded, Slain by Police by Joe Hight
The RoadRunner Press

Finalist
Women in Politics: Breaking Down the Barriers to Achieve True Representation by Mary Chung Hayashi
MKC Press

Spirituality: General

Winner
The Story of Our Time: From Duality to Interconnectedness by Robert Atkinson
Sacred Stories Publishing

Finalist
Nature's Calling, the Grace of Place by Gail Collins-Ranadive
Homebound Publications

Finalist
Quantum Spirituality: Science, Gnostic Mysticism, and Connecting with Source Consciousness by Peter Canova
Bear & Company

Finalist
Taijiquan Theory of Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming, 2nd Edition: The Root of Taijiquan (Tai Chi Chuan) by Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming
YMAA Publication Center

Spirituality: Inspirational

Winner
Dream It to Do It: The Science & the Magic by Howard Eisenberg, M.D.
Syntrek Inc.

Finalist
A Schizophrenic, Tapped & Skipped: Hope In The Midst Of Madness by J Mark Stacy
WRITENOWBOOKS LLC

Finalist
An Afternoon's Dictation: Inclusive Revelation for the 21st Century by Steven Greenebaum
MSI Press, LLC

Finalist
CHERISHED: 365 Devotions that Celebrate God's Love For You by Kim Crabill
Broadstreet Publishing

Finalist
Continue to Hope by Shirley Noelani Gambill-De Rego
Salem Author Services

Finalist
Recovering Your Sacredness by Jerry Tello
Sueños Publications LLC

Sports: Fiction

Winner
Brave in Season: A Novel of Race, Railroads and Baseball by Jon Volkmer
Milford House, an imprint of Sunbury Press

Finalist
Eddie The Legend by Brian Scala
Light Switch Press

Sports: Nonfiction

Winner
Wing Chun In-Depth: Skills for Combat, Strategies for Life by Munawar Ali Karim and Loukas Kastrounis
YMAA Publication Center

Finalist
Analysis of Genuine Karate 2: Sociocultural Development, Commercialization, and Loss of Essential Knowledge by Hermann Bayer, Ph.D.
YMAA Publication Center

Finalist
Breaking Through: The Secrets of Bassai Dai Kata by Colin Wee
Moosul Publishing, LLC

Finalist
The Whistleblower's Secrets by Mary Whelan
Europe Books

Finalist
Underdawgs: How Brad Stevens and the Butler Bulldogs marched their way to the brink of college basketball's national championship by David Woods
Scribner (Simon & Schuster)

Thriller: Crime

Winner
Entanglement: Quantum and Otherwise by John K. Danenbarger
StormBlock Publishing

Finalist
If the Devil Had a Dog by T. K. Lukas
Chevalier Publishing

Finalist
In Danger of Judgment by David Rabin
Black Rose Writing

Finalist
The Rhythm of Evil by Dennis Koller
Pen Books

Thriller: General

Winner
The Ocean Above Me by Kevin Sites
HarperCollins Publishing (Harper Imprint)

Finalist
Betrayal From Within by Ian Griffin
Independently Published

Finalist
Burning Distance by Joanne Leedom-Ackerman
Oceanview Publishing, Inc.

Finalist
Deadly Focus by Sue Hinkin
Literary Wanderlust

Finalist
In Danger of Judgment by David Rabin
Black Rose Writing

Finalist
Keppan: The Blood Oath—A Connor Burke Martial Arts Thriller by John Donohue
YMAA Publication Center

Finalist
Saving Myles by Carl Vonderau
Oceanview Publishing, Inc.

Thriller: Legal

Winner
Scavenger Hunt: A Novel by Chad Boudreaux
Morgan James Publishing

Finalist
Retribution by T. William
Independently Published

Finalist
Stealing Justice by Larry Axelrood
Post Hill Press

Finalist
The Investigation Office's File by Dallas Clark
Palmetto Publishing Group

Finalist
Unlawful Games by Adam Klein
Baby Blue Publishing

Thriller: Medical

Winner
Silent Survivor by Deborah Shlian
Akeso Press

Finalist
An Inch from Oblivion by Sam Polakoff
Komodo Dragon, LLC

Finalist
The Desperation of Marla Adams by Patrick Hanford
Savoy House Publishing

Thriller: Political

Winner
The Hemingway Deception by Tj O'Connor
Suspense Publishing

Finalist
An Ambassador to Syria by Cathy Sultan
Calumet Editions

Finalist
Banning Santa by Mikael Carlson
Warrington Publishing

Finalist
Imperfect Burials by Thomas Henry Pope
Independently Published

Finalist
Justifiable Deceit by Mikael Carlson
Warrington Publishing

Thriller: Psychological

Winner
The Ocean Above Me by Kevin Sites
HarperCollins Publishing (Harper Imprint)

Finalist
Fraidy Hole by Staci Andrea
Black Rose Writing

Finalist
Last Liar Standing by Danielle M. Wong
Red Adept Publishing

Finalist
Lying with the Devil by Lana Lindemann
Newman Springs Inc.

Finalist
With One Stone by Mark Jenkins
Independently Published

Thriller: Religious

Winner
Truth in the Name by F. D. Adkins
CKN Christian Publishing

Travel: Guides & Essays

Winner
Trip Tales: From Family Camping to Life as a Ranger by Rosanne S. McHenry
Huntley Avenue Press

Finalist
Spotting Danger for Travelers: Build Situational Awareness to Keep Safe While Traveling by Gary Quesenberry, Federal Air Marshall (Ret.)
YMAA Publication Center

Finalist
Tent for Seven: A Camping Adventure Gone South Out West by Marty Ohlhaut and Gracy Ly
Sandra Jonas Publishing

Finalist
Tracing Inca Trails: An Adventure in the Andes by Eddy Ancinas
She Writes Press

True Crime Nonfiction

Winner
The Evil I Have Seen: Memoirs from the Case Files of Detective Lt. Robert (Robbo) Davidson, ret. by Robert Davidson and PJ Jones
Lagniappe Publishing

Finalist
A Cop's Son: One G-Man's Fight Against Jihad, Global Fraud of the Cartels by Kenneth Strange Jr.
History Publishing Company LLC

Finalist
Between Blade & Bullet: The Mary Steinhauser Story by Margaret Franz
FriesenPress

Finalist
Nickname Flower of Evil: The Abe Sada Story by Kristine Ohkubo
IngramSpark

Urban Fiction

Winner
Pacific Pack by Harlowe Frost
Independently Published

Finalist
Wolf Healer by Huckleberry Rahr
Independently Published

Visionary Fiction

Winner
Magician and Fool: Book One, Arcana Oracle Series by Susan Wands
SparkPress

Finalist
21 Tattoos by Monica Broussard
Acorn Publishing

Finalist
Invention Is a Mother by Rob Brownell
Syllaballistics Publishing

Finalist
The Erewine Agenda: A Hydraulic Fracturing Love Story by Maia KB Chowdhury
ASEI Arts

Western

Winner
Orphan Moon by T. K. Lukas
Chevalier Publishing

Finalist
Nueces Truth: Texans Face War's Realities by Mark Greathouse
Defiance Press & Publishing, LLC

Finalist
Rowdy: Rescue by Chris Mullen
Wise Wolf Books

Finalist
Rowdy: To Catch a Killer by Chris Mullen
Wise Wolf Books

Finalist
The Fleecing of Fort Griffin by Preston Lewis
Wild Horse Press

Women's Fiction

Winner
My Secret to Keep by Barbara Conrey
Red Adept Publishing

Finalist
All the Dancing Birds by Auburn McCanta
Marcanti Clarke Literary Press

Finalist
As Time Unfolds by Barbara Zerfoss
Morgan James Publishing

Finalist
Dark Horses by Susan Mihalic
Scout Press, an imprint of Simon and Schuster

Finalist
Equilibrium by Lorrie Thomson
Kensington Publishing

Finalist
The Fourteenth of September by Rita Dragonette
She Writes Press

Finalist
Try to Remember by Iris Gomez
Grand Central

Women's Issues / Women's Studies

Winner
Women in Politics: Breaking Down the Barriers to Achieve True Representation by Mary Chung Hayashi
MKC Press

Finalist
Arequipa Sanatorium: Life in California's Lung Resort for Women by Lynn Downey
University of Oklahoma Press

Finalist
Smiling on the Outside: Secrets, Sex, Shame and the Search for Self-Love by Ann Peck
Curvy World Media LLC

Finalist
The Soul of a Woman: The Path to Healing, Love, and Forgiveness by Daisy Arness Marrs
Enhanced DNA Publishing Division

Finalist
Woman to Woman: Domestic Violence! A Wrong Turn in Life by Daisy Arness Marrs
Enhanced DNA Publishing Division

Young Adult Fiction

Winner
The Byways by Mary Pascual
SparkPress

Finalist
Clara Thorn, the witch that was found by Don Jones
Independently Published

Finalist
Crimson Hearts by Nicole Reeves
Independently Published

Finalist
Fae Away by Rose Garcia
Rose Garcia Books

Finalist
Pawn by J.C. Ahern
Independently Published

Finalist
The Screaming Sword by Bill Fitts
Gibbons-Fitts Ink

Young Adult Nonfiction

Winner
Good Morning, Hope: A True Story of Refugee Twin Sisters and Their Triumph over War, Poverty, and Heartbreak by Argita and Detina Zalli
Sandra Jonas Publishing

Finalist
Mission Possible: How to Graduate From College Debt-Free by Dr. Juan Phillip Chisholm
Greenlight Books & Publishing, LLC

Finalist
Trauma Recovery Workbook for Teens by Deborah Vinall, PsyD, LMFT
Rockridge Press