Frequently Asked Questions
entering the awards, important deadlines and technical support.
General Questions
What are the Book Excellence Awards?
Who is involved in the awards?
The awards were started by executives at Book Excellence who have valuable experience in the publishing industry. They specialize in book promotion, marketing and publicity. What distinguishes the Book Excellence Awards from other book awards is the desire to help authors market and publicize their books. Winners and Finalists of the Book Excellence Awards receive access to extended support and resources to help ensure their success.
Why should I enter the Book Excellence Awards?
*Doubling their book sales
*Getting Distribution in Book Stores
*Gaining Attention from Film Producers
*Increasing Their Following and Readership
*Obtaining New Speaking Engagements
*Increasing their Visibility and Media Coverage
Where can I find a list of judges?
We do not disclose the names of our judges to ensure our competition remains fair and impartial. We want to ensure applicants do not contact the judges directly in an attempt to influence the final outcome of the competition’s results.
Does the Book Excellence Awards have any rights to my book?
Entering the Awards
How much does it cost to enter the Book Excellence Awards?
For current awards pricing, please click here.
All prices are in USD.
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Who is eligible to apply to the Book Excellence Awards?
We accept entries from self-published authors, traditionally published authors, independent presses, traditional publishers and other literary professionals.
Books submitted into the Book Excellence Awards must:
- Have an ISBN or ASIN
- Be written in English
Does the Book Excellence Awards have a publication date restriction?
No, there is no publication date restriction to enter the Book Excellence Awards.
Books submitted into the Book Excellence Awards must:
- Have an ISBN or ASIN
- Be written in English
I don't live in Canada or the US. Can I still enter the Book Excellence Awards?
Where should I send my entry?
Option #1: Online. You can submit an eBook through the online application form. Acceptable formats include: .pdf, .epub, .mobi, .doc, .docx
Option #2: Gifted eBook (Amazon, iBooks). You can submit a gifted eBook through Amazon or iBooks.
What do I receive if I win?
All Winners and Finalists receive:
- In-depth Book Excellence Coaching Program
- Done For You Templates For Print Materials and Social Media
- Digital Award Seals
- Award Listing and Author Showcase Feature
- Personalized award announcement on the Book Excellence Award Social Media Pages
What categories can I enter my book in?
For a comprehensive list of categories, click here.
What is the judging criteria?
1. Design and layout
2. Quality of writing
3. Overall appeal of book to target audience
I can't see any of the past winners of this award. Where can I view them?
To view the Honorees from each year of the competition, click here.
What should I include in my entry?
To complete the application form, you will need the following information:
- Contact and Book Information: Author name, publisher name, book title, ISBN/ASIN, email, phone number etc.
- Your Book File: Accepted file types include .pdf, .epub, .mobi, .doc. You can also submit your book by email or as a gifted eBook
- Book Cover Image: Accepted file types include .jpeg or .png files
- Marketing Materials (Optional): Including a press release, sell sheet, author bio etc.
Important Dates & Deadlines
What are the Book Excellence Awards Competition Important Dates and Deadlines?
When is the deadline to apply to the Book Excellence Awards?
Technical Support
I am having trouble with the online form!
If you are having trouble with the form, please click here to contact us so we can help you through the application process.
When is the deadline to apply to the Book Excellence Awards?
Please click here to contact us and include your name and phone number. A member of the Book Excellence Awards team will contact you to set up an appointment by phone.
Will I receive confirmation that my books have been received?
I don't feel comfortable uploading my book through the online form.
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