150 Award Genres
Children
- Children - Action
- Children - Adventure
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- Children - Christian
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- Children - Fable
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- Children - Picture Book
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Christian
- Christian - Amish
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- Christian - Fiction
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- Christian - Historical Fiction
- Christian - Living
- Christian - Non-Fiction
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- Christian - Romance - Historical
- Christian - Thriller
Fiction
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- Fiction - Anthology
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- Fiction - Chick Lit
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- Fiction - Cultural
- Fiction - Drama
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- Fiction - General
- Fiction - Graphic Novel/Comic
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Non-Fiction
- Non-Fiction - Adventure
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- Non-Fiction - Anthology
- Non-Fiction - Art/Photography
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- Non-Fiction - Autobiography
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Poetry
Romance
Young Adult
- Young Adult - Action
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- Young Adult - Fantasy - Epic
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- Young Adult - Fantasy - Urban
- Young Adult - General
- Young Adult - Horror
- Young Adult - Mystery
- Young Adult - Mythology/Fairy Tale
- Young Adult - Non-Fiction
- Young Adult - Paranormal
- Young Adult - Religious Theme
- Young Adult - Romance
- Young Adult - Sci-Fi
- Young Adult - Social Issues
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Illustration Award
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Until We All Come Home
A Harrowing Journey, a Mother's Courage, a Race to Freedom
Kim de Blecourt
2013 Bronze Medal
288 Pages
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Christian - Non-Fiction
Adoption is never a guarantee that the child you get will be what you had in mind, that the biological parents will actually go through with it at the last minute or that the country from which the child derives will be hospitable to your kindness. Enter a Ukraine child, American adoptive parents and the horrific ordeal that was lived through to obtain the dream of family. Until We Come Home: A Harrowing Journey, a Mother's Courage, a Race to Freedom is the tale of one family's perseverance and trust in God. It is the mesmerizing story of true belief in a higher power even when the world appears to be completely against this family.
The author manages to put into words the joy, the heart ache, the horror and the outcome. She does so in a smooth flowing way that will mesmerize you to the point that hours and pages are the same. You will not want to put this book down until you find out what happened next..and next..and so on. I felt tremendous respect for this family who, despite the adversity, kept their eyes on the Lord and their focus on their goal. It amazes me that any person could withstand such pain and yet be so resilient to keep pushing back until that they had set out to do had come to be their reality. What a great addition to any library. What a wonderful gift for all occasions!
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Alpha to Omega
Journey to the End of Time
Matthew A Petti
2013 Finalist
318 Pages
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Christian - Non-Fiction
Have you ever wondered what it is all about? Why are we here? Where did we come from? Where are we heading? Given the chaos, crime, pollution, and society’s troubles, are the old biblical prophecies correct and does the hellfire and damnation scenario await us when the end of the world comes? Author Matthew Petti formulates a fascinating theory that only by knowing where we came from do we have an idea of where we are heading. In this book he sets out to prove that our flaws as humans, and our failure to change, arise from our historical thinking. Yes, we are simply repeating what we have learned. Today’s chaotic world mirrors the cumulative effects of the unchanging flaws in our most basic assumptions. Beliefs about God, our origins, human history, and the hereafter are deeply embedded in the collective mind through the inheritance of age-old teachings and behaviors. The author investigates the metaphysics of faith, and why old beliefs have failed humankind in a modern world. This includes an analysis of the "Book of Revelation" as an indication of what may (or may not) transpire if the world continues on its headlong course of destruction.
This is a controversial book. The author delves into ancient history (including prehistory and biblical history), archaeology, geography, myths, and legends to create a collective mind-set or ethos for human society from those small beginnings many thousands of years ago. We may or may not believe in the supremacy of angels and the workings of heaven in human affairs, but Matthew Petti puts forward an intelligent and logical argument to substantiate his theories. He discusses his ideas of the ‘God’ spirit within humans, a controversial topic on its own, including free will and God’s will, and the concept of obedience to a higher power. To fully appreciate the author’s thinking, it is better to either have belief in some higher power and acceptance of Biblical references and characters, or else (if one is an atheist/agnostic) to suspend disbelief and simply read this book as a fascinating investigation of man’s possible superhuman and human origins. The author believes in the existence of a higher civilization with superior technology and intellectual prowess, such as Atlantis, that predates the Great Flood. He cites extraordinary and irrefutable examples of ancient engineering feats as evidence. While I am not entirely convinced and found some of the connections and associations between ancient people and biblical characters contrived (such as Noah’s Ark and Egypt’s Great Pyramid), I admit that the author has a passionate conviction that does make the reader think again and perhaps allow for possibilities. Well-researched and well-argued, the book is a journey in itself for anyone interested in our physical origins and spiritual development. I enjoyed this book because I find ancient history and man’s origins fascinating.
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Discovering the Person of Holy Spirit
Alexys V Wolf
2012 Finalist
548 Pages
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Christian - Non-Fiction
"Holy Spirit Who: Discovering and Getting to Know the Person of Holy Spirit" by Alexys V. Wolf is a spiritual journey to discover who the Holy Spirit is and the role the Spirit plays in our lives. Much like the author I grew up in a mainstream traditional denomination where the spirit was stifled. We rarely ever discussed the spirit. I grew up very uncomfortable with such talk. I praise God that it is no longer true. Scripture tells us that the Holy Spirit was sent to dwell within us and to be our comforter. He lives within us. This is where the Trinity comes in: God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit. Much of what Mrs. Wolf leads the reader toward is total submission to the will of the Lord. Let's face it: most of us are not sure we want to submit. In fact we know we don't want to submit; it seems to be against our human nature. We want to be independent and self sufficient. What we have forgotten is that God created everything and without Him we would not be here. Wolf defines who the Spirit is and the role it plays in our lives. I particularly enjoyed the section on the Fruit of the Spirit. I was also very interested in Chapter 11: Angels and Demons: Do You Really Believe? “The common Christian has become desensitized about the spirit realm and its validity in today's society.” Wolf points out that Satan has accomplished his task by desensitizing Christians.
Mrs. Wolf's book is well-organized and well-researched. She uses much scripture to back up her thesis. She ends each chapter with a prayer. This book's format is a reference guide.I can see many uses for this book. First the average Christian would greatly benefit from the knowledge between the front and back cover. Secondly, pastors and teachers would find this book a great resource for their lessons. Mrs. Wolf obviously spent much time in research and definitely knows her subject. This is one book Christians do not want to miss.
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The Father's Love
Dave Moore
2012 Bronze Medal
112 Pages
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Christian - Non-Fiction
"The Father’s Love" is an emotionally charged and inspiring short novel written by Dave Moore. This story is inspired by true events and real people. Dave Moore’s son, David, is a freshman in college who is facing difficult times when he suddenly leaves a note and vanishes. David is too afraid to admit to his father that he might have let him down. When Dave’s son disappears, he sets out on the most heart-wrenching mission that a father wishes they would never have to go on. The pain and desperation drives Dave to the depths of hell and back. Dave’s story is not only about him being a father, but also about trusting in The Father above to help him find his son.
This short Christian novel is truly inspiring and uplifting. Even though this is a short book, the wording flows nicely and the plot is solid. Each chapter is filled with emotions, faith, loss and love. The cover of the book is truly captivating and catches the reader’s eye. It is a book that the reader will want to pick up and not put down. Any parent can relate to this story as we all have fears that our children will wonder off, be abducted or even worse. Dave Moore brings us along on his true-life, desperate journey to find his son and God is always there alongside of him. I could not set this book down and had to finish it in one setting because I was so emotionally invested in this incredible story of strength and determination. Dave is entwined with personal tragedy and incredible pain, and then is transformed before our eyes. God truly does change lives if we let him in and accept his help. When Dave is at his lowest and he surrenders to God, he will provide the answers that Dave so desperately needs. I recommend this book to people in all walks of faith as well as every parent. This is a must read and something we can all relate to. We all need to be reminded of how strong and unconditional God’s love for us is. Dave Moore hits it out of the ball-park with this outstanding short Christian novel.
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The Girl's Still Got It
Take a Walk with Ruth and the God Who Rocked Her World
Liz Curtis Higgs
2012 Gold Medal
240 Pages
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Christian - Non-Fiction
I was honored to meet Ms Higgs at a book fair and again at the taping of the DVD that goes along with this book. Every time I meet her I become teary eyed and giddy. She never puts on airs and she always makes me laugh. Our personal stories are similar: rebelled against God, led a life of sin and FORGIVEN by the Grace of the Lord, which gives me a special bond with her. "The Girl’s Still Got It: Take a Walk with Ruth and the God Who Rocked Her World" by Liz Curtis Higgs is the retelling of the book of Ruth. One of the things I love about Higgs's books is how she never wastes time. She jumps right in during the introduction and begins to teach. She backs up her teachings with scripture. Liz has a way of transporting us back in time to the world she is writing about. This book is no different. I’m not sure how she manages to do it but she beams us to the land of Moab where we listen to the conversations of Ruth and Naomi. I should probably state that I love the Book of Ruth. It is usually read in wedding ceremonies but rarely do I hear of it in other situations. As we investigate the book and gather the clues we will come to love the characters and the plot.
The Book Of Ruth is a true story. Of course Ms Higgs had to use poetic license when it came to conversations. The reader is privileged to follow along as Naomi and Ruth make their way to Jerusalem. Naomi is sad and bitter. She’s lost a husband and both sons. Now she has a daughter in law she feels obligated to care for. Through it all the pain, the anger, the emotional ups and downs, Naomi still has God in her heart. God is bigger than her anger. There are so many lessons to learn from this book. After reading "The Girl’s Still Got It" I will never again look at the book of Ruth the same way. Though this book was written many years ago, I found lesson after lesson meant for me. Thank you Ms Higgs, You Still Got It Girl!
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Employed by God
Benefits Packaged With Faith
Tracy S. Deitz
2012 Silver Medal
160 Pages
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Christian - Non-Fiction
It happens to all of us. Everything seems to be going great for us, then we get news that knocks life right out from under us. That was what happened to this author, and this is why she decided to write this book. Tracy thought her job was secure, but to her shock and surprise, she was let go from her job, or 'fired' would be a better way of putting it. In this book, Tracy talks about the way it happened the day she lost her job, her life being unemployed, and emotions she had to deal with because of her job loss. And she says how she used that time of unemployment to build a stronger relationship with the Lord.
Tracy Deitz opens her heart in her debut book, “Employed By God,” taking readers on her journey from the time she was fired through trusting God with her life and trusting Him for His will in her life. This wasn’t an easy journey, and I appreciate Tracy digging deep into her soul, being honest about her feelings of disappointment, discouragement, being angry with God, and even trying some things that are not of God to find fulfillment. But through it all, she makes the right choices and uses her time and talents to draw closer to the Lord.
Tracy’s story is easy to read and relate to because she is speaking from her heart. She is teaching the reader what worked for her in her time of distress. She shows that when we give our life to God and strive to grow closer to Him, He will give us a peace and comfort that only He can give.
This would be a wonderful Bible study and Tracy helps by including study questions and scriptures at the end of each chapter. I highly recommend this book to anyone going through a loss of any kind.
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Grace of Giving
Turning the Key to Enter and Experience Fullness of Life
Marja Meijers
2011 Gold Medal
116 Pages
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Christian - Non-Fiction
In the fourth book of her Ten Commandments series, Grace of Giving, author Marja Meijers teaches us about the 8th commandment, "Thou Shall Not Steal". She uses the verse John 10:10..."he thief comes only in order to steal, kill, and destroy. I have come in order that you might have life-life in all its fullness."
We all can remember Robin Hood who stole from the rich and gave to the poor. He was immortalized but still was doing wrong. Do not steal includes taking money and merchandise; but there are other things we steal that we do not often think about. How about where we work, do we steal time from our employer? Computers make it easy for us to take time from our employers when we check personal e-mail or order things on-line; talking on the phone with friends also steals time, because we are not giving 100% to our job. The same things can apply to our family and our church. We steal from God when we neglect the one little thing that he asks us to do...tithe.
This is a short book with a wonderful message. The author teaches us about giving and getting and shows that all that we have comes from the Lord. The end of each chapter has three little questions on which to meditate, and I think that will help each person reading the book. I think it is a great little study.
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Hannah Reborn
Maturing and healing the soul beyond organized religion
Rev Hannah Thomsen and Ed Thomsen
2011 Gold Medal
352 Pages
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Christian - Non-Fiction
When a pink letter arrived from the United States, Hannah's family was excited. The letter was from a distant relative. The Danish family had never met Ed but was unfazed when his next letter invited Hannah to visit the US at his expense. After only six days of the visit, Ed asked Hannah to marry him, and she said yes. When she called her parents, her father was ecstatic.
Married life was not easy. The couple had little in common. They lived in an old house on a goat farm. The culture was very different from anything Hannah had ever experienced. Hannah was a devout Mormon. She believed Ed was too. Soon she began to question his beliefs. After discovering his true beliefs, Hannah had a break down.
Ed believed that their son, Samuel, was the reincarnation of Samuel of the Old Testament and their son, Matthew, was the reincarnation of the Apostle Matthew. He believed Hannah was Hannah, the mother of Samuel, reborn, and that, in his former life, he had been the Apostle Peter. He also believed in space aliens. Slowly Hannah "awakened" to the realization that Ed was right. Hannah was visited by Deborah, Zipporah, and Eloi.
This book is well-written. There will be many that will be skeptical or uncomfortable with the subject matter. The text is well-organized and developed. I've always been curious about the faith of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latte-day Saints. Hannah sheds light on some of the aspects I questioned. She also goes in great detail concerning her new found faith. Hannah has lived an interesting life. She shares her story to enlighten others.
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Resurrection
Terry Dick
2011 Bronze Medal
120 Pages
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Christian - Non-Fiction
Resurrection is the retelling of the greatest story ever told. It is the tale of Jesus Christ beginning when he was praying in the garden through his resurrection. Author Terry Dick retells the story that so many of us heard or read countless times and yet never truly comprehended the gist of the story.
When I think back on the sky going dark, the earthquake, and the veil tearing, it seems obvious that anyone there would know He is the son of God; and yet, people still refuse to believe. The author states he believes the time of tribulation is drawing near. I think he is right.
Dick does an excellent job in bringing the story to life. His style and presentation is simplistic, easy to understand, and interesting. He tells the tale in a contemporary manner without tarnishing the meaning. I'm not sure I have ever considered what was going on in hell while Christ was there. I think that Terry Dick's thesis is probably true. I am sure Satan was arrogant, pleased with himself, and cruel. He still is today. I am also sure the angels wanted to rescue Christ, but they knew God had a plan. Dick explained why Christ had to be crucified. He explained the term paradise. He demonstrated why the connection between God and Christ was temporarily severed. I was surprised he did not mention the dead arising from the graves.
This book is not long, a mere 120 pages. It may be small, but it a powerful story.
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Completely Whole
Paulette Harper
2011 Silver Medal
174 Pages
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Christian - Non-Fiction
Often when we are faced with a dilemma, we think "Why is God doing this to me?"" instead of wondering "What is God trying to say and teach me through it?" When we accepted Jesus as our Savior, we became a child of God and we feel we should have a easy life, no disruptions, everything going just fine, Well that"s not the way it is. Life is not a easy road and there is no easy way out of things. Throughout the Bible, we find mighty men of God petitioning God to be delivered from a hardship. As we face hardships in our life, many turn to behaviors that are self destructive... extra-marital affairs, drugs and alcohol, and many other pleasures of life. But when we reach the bottom, God is always there reaching out his hand to pull you back to him. As His child, God, at times, will place a "thorn" in your life. Maybe to keep you humble, or to make you aware of how you must rely and trust him or to discipline you for your self- destructive ways which will remain with you from then on.
"Completely Whole" is a self help book, but, in my opinion, more of a guide to help you along the way in your walk with God. In the thirteen short chapters one will find; how to be made whole, what is best for you, how not to look back on you past and other understanding meditations to help fulfill your life in Christ. With a powerful prayer after each chapter I feel the reader will get much satisfaction out of reading Ms. Harper's book "Completely Whole". Even though written for women, I feel a man will learn just as much from this book and his walk with God. Recommended for everyone.