ENTRY FEE: $29 for the one category (1 for 1), $58 for three categories (2 for 3), $87 for five categories (3 for 5), $116 for seven categories (4 for 7)
*DEADLINE TO ENTER: APRIL 19, 2026
*RESULTS ANNOUNCED: MAY 2026
E-mail “info@literaryglobal.com” a copy of your filled out entry form (DOWNLOADABLE ABOVE) as well as a PDF copy of your book. Make sure to include the cover.
Attach any Press Release or Marketing Materials for each title (if available)
“Literary Global” should appear on your credit card/PayPal statement.
DEADLINE TO ENTER: APRIL 19, 2026
RESULTS ANNOUNCED: MAY 2026
Who are we?
The Literary Global Independent Author Awards was formed by a collection of authors to celebrate authors. We aim to recognize authors from various backgrounds and genres. Beyond recognition, we offer a stage for diverse voices and stories to connect with audiences worldwide. Winning or being a finalist isn’t just about accolades; it’s about the impact of storytelling on hearts and minds across people and cultures.
Our vision
The vision of the Independent Author Awards is to honor and celebrate exceptional accomplishments in the realm of literature that resonates deeply with us. Independent literature sets itself apart through its bold exploration of unconventional themes, diverse viewpoints, and inventive storytelling methods. It flourishes on creativity, uniqueness, and sincerity. By presenting a diverse array of categories, the awards seek to recognize books that exhibit supremacy in both style and substance within their respective genres. This vision encompasses providing winners with comprehensive media exposure, thus furnishing a stage for self-published authors to earn rightful acknowledgment and exposure for their remarkable contributions to the literary landscape.
Our commitment
Submissions for the third annual Independent Author Awards are currently open for entry. As steadfast supporters of self-publishing and small independent presses, we take pride in recognizing books that exemplify brilliance across various facets. Independent authors and publishers invest substantial effort in crafting quality books, and we acknowledge and value the hard work and dedication behind these endeavors.
The Independent Author Awards honor a diverse range of English-language books, extending a warm welcome to submissions from small presses, mid-size independent publishers, university presses, and self-published authors alike. We invite you to join us in celebrating independent publishing! Achieving the status of Winner or Finalist in the Independent Author Awards can significantly elevate your book’s profile, drawing greater attention and bolstering its credibility. Readers easily recognize Winners and Finalists as titles worthy of their valuable time and investment.
