150 Award Genres
Children
- Children - Action
- Children - Adventure
- Children - Animals
- Children - Audiobook
- Children - Christian
- Children - Coming of Age
- Children - Concept
- Children - Educational
- Children - Fable
- Children - Fantasy/Sci-Fi
- Children - General
- Children - Grade 4th-6th
- Children - Grade K-3rd
- Children - Mystery
- Children - Mythology/Fairy Tale
- Children - Non-Fiction
- Children - Picture Book
- Children - Preschool
- Children - Preteen
- Children - Religious Theme
- Children - Social Issues
Christian
- Christian - Amish
- Christian - Biblical Counseling
- Christian - Devotion/Study
- Christian - Fantasy/Sci-Fi
- Christian - Fiction
- Christian - General
- Christian - Historical Fiction
- Christian - Living
- Christian - Non-Fiction
- Christian - Romance - Contemporary
- Christian - Romance - General
- Christian - Romance - Historical
- Christian - Thriller
Fiction
- Fiction - Action
- Fiction - Adventure
- Fiction - Animals
- Fiction - Anthology
- Fiction - Audiobook
- Fiction - Chick Lit
- Fiction - Crime
- Fiction - Cultural
- Fiction - Drama
- Fiction - Dystopia
- Fiction - Fantasy - Epic
- Fiction - Fantasy - General
- Fiction - Fantasy - Urban
- Fiction - General
- Fiction - Graphic Novel/Comic
- Fiction - Historical - Event/Era
- Fiction - Historical - Personage
- Fiction - Holiday
- Fiction - Horror
- Fiction - Humor/Comedy
- Fiction - Inspirational
- Fiction - Intrigue
- Fiction - LGBTQ
- Fiction - Literary
- Fiction - Magic/Wizardry
- Fiction - Military
- Fiction - Mystery - General
- Fiction - Mystery - Historical
- Fiction - Mystery - Legal
- Fiction - Mystery - Murder
- Fiction - Mystery - Sleuth
- Fiction - Mythology
- Fiction - New Adult
- Fiction - Paranormal
- Fiction - Realistic
- Fiction - Religious Theme
- Fiction - Science Fiction
- Fiction - Short Story/Novela
- Fiction - Social Issues
- Fiction - Southern
- Fiction - Sports
- Fiction - Supernatural
- Fiction - Suspense
- Fiction - Tall Tale
- Fiction - Thriller - Conspiracy
- Fiction - Thriller - Environmental
- Fiction - Thriller - Espionage
- Fiction - Thriller - General
- Fiction - Thriller - Legal
- Fiction - Thriller - Medical
- Fiction - Thriller - Political
- Fiction - Thriller - Psychological
- Fiction - Thriller - Terrorist
- Fiction - Time Travel
- Fiction - Urban
- Fiction - Visionary
- Fiction - Western
- Fiction - Womens
Non-Fiction
- Non-Fiction - Adventure
- Non-Fiction - Animals
- Non-Fiction - Anthology
- Non-Fiction - Art/Photography
- Non-Fiction - Audiobook
- Non-Fiction - Autobiography
- Non-Fiction - Biography
- Non-Fiction - Business/Finance
- Non-Fiction - Cooking/Food
- Non-Fiction - Cultural
- Non-Fiction - Drama
- Non-Fiction - Education
- Non-Fiction - Environment
- Non-Fiction - Genealogy
- Non-Fiction - General
- Non-Fiction - Gov/Politics
- Non-Fiction - Grief/Hardship
- Non-Fiction - Health - Fitness
- Non-Fiction - Health - Medical
- Non-Fiction - Historical
- Non-Fiction - Hobby
- Non-Fiction - Home/Crafts
- Non-Fiction - Humor/Comedy
- Non-Fiction - Inspirational
- Non-Fiction - LGBTQ
- Non-Fiction - Marketing
- Non-Fiction - Memoir
- Non-Fiction - Military
- Non-Fiction - Motivational
- Non-Fiction - Music/Entertainment
- Non-Fiction - New Age
- Non-Fiction - Occupational
- Non-Fiction - Parenting
- Non-Fiction - Relationships
- Non-Fiction - Religion/Philosophy
- Non-Fiction - Retirement
- Non-Fiction - Self Help
- Non-Fiction - Short Story/Novela
- Non-Fiction - Social Issues
- Non-Fiction - Spiritual/Supernatural
- Non-Fiction - Sports
- Non-Fiction - Travel
- Non-Fiction - True Crime
- Non-Fiction - Womens
- Non-Fiction - Writing/Publishing
Poetry
Romance
Young Adult
- Young Adult - Action
- Young Adult - Adventure
- Young Adult - Coming of Age
- Young Adult - Fantasy - Epic
- Young Adult - Fantasy - General
- 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
- Young Adult - Thriller
Illustration Award
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Awaken Your Third Eye
How Accessing Your Sixth Sense Can Help You Find Knowledge, Illumination, and Intuition
Susan Shumsky, D.D.
2016 Bronze Medal
288 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Religion/Philosophy
Awaken Your Third Eye by Susan Shumsky, D.D. explains how to open your third eye — known to some as the sixth sense — through provided exercises, breathing and yoga, and meditation. The book opens with an intro and a quiz, then goes into the history of the third eye, The Great Seal (the eye symbol on American money), and Egyptian background. There is much scientific information provided as well, including an explanation of melatonin and the pineal gland, which should interest readers who lean toward scientific explanations of seeing with the third eye. The book also explains how by “letting go” you can receive messages and connect with higher powers through anything from voices, sounds, smells, or even tastes. There are personal accounts, philosophical sayings, guidance on letting in the right spirits or beings, and related stories on the practice. Overall, the book covers all bases on the topic of seeing with the third eye or extra-sensory perception.
I had a few personal favorite methods, including the “do nothing” method, which is where I believe I’ve stumbled in the past with attempting third-eye knowledge. Basically, it’s not easy to just ask and wait for an answer from a spirit or guide, but author Susan Shumsky, D.D. helps sort out areas where the normal person might have problems with their attempts at connection. The meditations, in particular, were useful to me, and I did try them with success. The Third Eye Meditation was my favorite, and I did in fact see much through this practice. Also interesting was the Golden Ball exercise, and while I’ve done yoga in the past, the yoga poses and breathing instructions were quite useful overall. I would recommend Awaken Your Third Eye to anyone with an interest in awakening their sixth sense through various exercises and meditations or anyone who likes learning about yoga, chakras, or the scientific and historical background of these studies.
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The Spheres Approach to Happiness and Fulfillment
Garret Biss
2016 Silver Medal
212 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Religion/Philosophy
In The Spheres Approach to Happiness and Fulfillment, the great new guide by author Garret Biss, readers will find concrete guidance in areas that almost everyone in our modern day can use; reducing stress, increasing happiness and enjoying life. Boiling down almost every life experience into three ‘spheres’: the Direct sphere, the Indirect sphere and the Action sphere, the author is able to simplify decision making and just life experiences and a person’s reaction to them in an easy to understand format that is sure to help many who give this book a chance. By managing our spheres, author Biss argues, we are able to reduce negative energy and distractions, control our effect on the outside world, and positively influence both ourselves and others. If these aren’t important and necessary life skills in this day and age, I certainly don’t know what are.
I very much enjoyed The Spheres Approach to Happiness and Fulfillment. This short book was long on great advice, things that will make the reader think, and wonderful advice on changing your life in a positive way. Author Garret Biss has clearly done a lot of deep thinking and research into the ills that plague many in today’s society, and he has come up with a simplified and easy way for readers to approach their problems, decisions and worries. Any reader who is looking for guidance in dealing with their moods, attitudes, approach or way of living is sure to find excellent advice and direction from author Garret Biss. I’m pleased to recommend this book, and will certainly be looking for new work from the very promising author in the future!
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Giant Killers
Overcoming Obstacles and Seizing Opportunities
Steve Lawson
2016 Gold Medal
144 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Religion/Philosophy
Giant Killers: Overcoming Obstacles and Seizing Opportunities by Steve Lawson is an insightful and uplifting book that is helpful to all those who want to get rid of obstacles in their lives and become giant killers. The book is a useful tool and provides a foundation on which anyone can build their success. The author uses the Bible story of David and Goliath to speak about fear, intimating experiences, and life experiences that hold us back from seizing opportunities at the right moment.
The book is both inspirational and motivational and the tips and techniques are helpful to readers, enabling them to look into what is stopping them from being successful and how to effectively remove those blocks. The author also reiterates the power and grace of God. The book also has some good biblical references. The five sections - Identity, Discipline, Graciousness, Action, and Hope - give good suggestions to readers and will definitely help them to fight their demons. The many examples of individual life experiences will help readers connect well with the author's words. The book also encourages readers to be focused on goals instead of being weighed down by obstacles.
The book is an eye-opener and is a simple, fun, and quick read. The book will also make many readers turn towards God and His grace and receive His blessings. The book also shows us how to apply the character traits of David to one's life and have a better and closer relationship with God.
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Transforming Faith
Stories of Change from a Lifelong Spiritual Seeker
Fred Howard
2015 Finalist
242 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Religion/Philosophy
Transforming Faith: Stories of Change from a Lifelong Spiritual Seeker by Fred Howard takes readers on a journey of the author's initial stages of being involved with the Baptist Church where church suppers, Sunday school socials and retreats formed part of his religious life. His involvement with the Baptist Church at that phase in his life gave him a sense of being comfortable in a space where everyone around him was predictable when it came to their religious beliefs. The book slowly moves in the direction of how the author gets out of a religious period in life and finally achieves a sense of exaltation by moving towards spirituality.
We see the author sharing his perspective with readers, questioning a lot of things that are at times beyond reasoning. The explanation of the various stages of faith from Adopted Faith to Individuating Faith to finally Holistic Faith is quite informative and reiterates the fact that every individual is on their spiritual journey and God works through everyone. The author handles the topic with elan, making his observations and views simple yet profound. The book needs a couple of readings to understand the profundity of the writer's thoughts. Readers get answers to a lot of questions regarding life and its importance, the meaning of life, how faith can enhance the quality of our lives and many more relevant answers. The author's tips on transforming faith to a more progressive phase is indeed enlightening.
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Evolution
Beyond the Realm of Real Science
Christopher H.K. Persaud
2015 Honorable Mention
502 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Religion/Philosophy
Names such as Darwin and Einstein will immediately be associated with a heightened mental acuity and scientific authority until one reads Christopher H.K. Persaud’s Evolution: Beyond the Realm of Real Science, a compelling and insightful book that systematically unveils loopholes in the theory of evolution. Drawing from the history of science and the authority of the Bible, the author makes a critical analysis of the long-standing theory of evolution, leading readers to discover to their utter surprise the many unanswered questions about the origin of life and the world as a whole.
In Evolution: Beyond the Realm of Real Science, Christopher H.K. Persaud comes across as a powerful authority in the fields of Bible prophecy, creationism, and the origins of life and the universe. At a time when many theories creep up and when science and technology appear to be the primary points of reference in the quest for truth, this book will be the lambent light to those whose minds are still steeped in darkness and confusion, asking questions about the origin and end of life.
This is a book that will fill the many gaps left by science, one that will help anyone seeking for answers to come to grips with the mystery of life. Persaud has masterfully demonstrated that beyond the tiniest particle, beyond the many scientific theories, beyond myth and religion, there will always be a point of mystery, a question mark that points to the venerable face of the Creator. Evolution: Beyond the Realm of Real Science is an engaging, fact-filled, and easy-to-read treatise that is highly relevant to this time and age, a most-needed companion to theologians, scientists, historians, and every seeker of truth.
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Love Them Back to LIFE
A Brain Theory of Everything
Ariane Page
2015 Bronze Medal
432 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Religion/Philosophy
Love Them Back to Life by Ariane Page is interesting to say the least. A psychological and holistic look into both happiness and love, and why humans are so bad at finding peace with both, this book is a combination of science, speculation, and holistic healing practices aimed at bettering one's life, love, and ability to handle relationships.
It's hard to really classify Love Them Back to Life as a self help book, a spiritual book, or simply a book about the author, Ariane Page. It explores the historical context of what our ancestors used to do in order to understand the human brain, expressed through mythologies and stories that reflected human understanding of life and love. Taking on all branches of the health and wellness chart, from spiritual to mental to physical and more, this book tackles the issues of health and mental awareness on all sides. It's a multi-pronged "attack" on detriments to health, well-being, and happiness, and I believe that it will do a lot of good in the world to those looking to improve their lifestyles and the way that they feel in general.
Page's writing style is open and honest, but maintains clarity and personality as she digs into issues that may be challenging for some and eye-opening for others. Her tone is warm and friendly, encouraging us to embark on this healing journey with her through logical and thoughtful arguments and evidence, along with helpful advice and speculations. Overall, Love Them Back to Life should lift the spirits of many who are currently overcome by their day-to-day lives.
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The Garden of Life
Todd Michael Putnam
2015 Silver Medal
76 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Religion/Philosophy
The Garden of Life is an inspirational non-fiction book written by Todd Michael Putnam. This self-help book is composed of dialogues between the Young Gardener and his neighbor, the Old Man. The two of them discuss their opposing viewpoints on topics such as weeding their gardens, criticizing their neighbors' gardening efforts, dealing with losing their plants in a major storm and picking up the pieces afterward among other topics. Each is a metaphor for life and is followed by Gardening Tips and a focus question for thought. While The Garden of Life is an inspirational book, the author does not espouse any one religious belief system, and the parables contained within are accessible to all.
Todd Michael Putnam's motivational self-help book, The Garden of Life, is a marvelous little handbook on the care and feeding of your inner being. The Young Gardener is never judgmental or harsh when dealing with the Old Man, and his responses are inspirational indeed. From the very first parable on weeding one's Garden of Life, I found myself challenged and intrigued. The Young Gardener's response to the devastation caused by the storm and the loss of his beloved Blossom Tree is marvelous and very moving. There's a lot to think about in this deceptively slim book, and I suspect readers will find themselves pondering long and deeply about some of the wisdom found within -- I know I will be. Simple, yet profound truths are to be found on almost every page of The Garden of Life, and it's most highly recommended.
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The Rainbow Bridge
Bridge to Inner Peace and to World Peace
Brent N. Hunter
2015 Gold Medal
288 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Religion/Philosophy
The Rainbow Bridge by Brent Hunter focuses on religion in today's society. Brent believes that every religion is ultimately reaching for the same goal. He also gives some excellent advice for finding an inner peace. The author strives to find a middle ground that can connect many, regardless of race or religion. There is a variety of quotes and poems throughout the book which helps readers to understand what Brent is trying to portray. The Rainbow Bridge connects us all and the meditations provided in this book can connect anyone to this bridge. By focusing on things in our own lives, we can change our thoughts and opinions and this in turn will make for a better world.
Brent Hunter has taken a great deal of time preparing this book. The Rainbow Bridge was unlike anything that I had ever read before. The clever way in which the author demonstrated the points made the reader feel as if they, too, could achieve such goals. If indeed today's society took notice of just a few simple ideas from this inspiring book then the world would be truly a better place. As a reader, I especially liked the poetry since it was not only inspiring but very uplifting. It was as if a huge weight had been lifted from my soul. Some might try and fail at some of the ideas mentioned, but the one thing to cling onto is hope. We all should take note and continue relentlessly on our own journey. The best thing for me was the way in which it brought people together from different backgrounds or religions. The Rainbow Bridge was fantastic and inspirational. I enjoyed it and it certainly gave me a lot to think about.
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Spirituality 101 For the Dropouts of the School of Life
A Review for the Final Exam
Ivan Figueroa-Otero MD
2014 Honorable Mention
100 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Religion/Philosophy
Spirituality 101 is a non-fiction book for the religious or spiritual individual who is looking to better understand the world they live in. It is a book of ‘rules’ and beliefs about life that will help you to know the science of the world and the way that science can interact (not contradict) your religious teachings. For those who are Christian, Buddhist, or really any other religion this book will help you to understand a sort of balance between your life and your religion. Dr. Ivan Figueroa Otero has laid out a ‘study guide’ for life so that everyone can know and understand the important aspects.
This book is broken down into short chapters with tables, graphs, pictures, and more which definitely makes it easy to read. The material is heavy and those methods help anyone to understand what is being said, whether it’s a comparison between classic physics and quantum physics or explaining the characteristics of co-dependent people. The cute images also help you to understand what you should be doing with the information that you read and how it’s able to impact you and your life. I have to say that many of the ideas and ‘tips’ were interesting to me and I would like to try them out for myself. The idea of studying for the test of life is an intriguing one as well and I'm sure many readers will find Spirituality 101 a good guide on that very subject. And did I mention there’s a test at the end?
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The Fabric of Eternity
A Scientist's View of the Works of Providence
Istvan Kolossvary
2014 Bronze Medal
106 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Religion/Philosophy
“In Him we live, move and have our being.” This is what St. Paul told the great thinkers of his day when he visited the Areopagus in Athens. Like St. Paul, Istvan Kolossvary is making a similar appeal to those who would be the great thinkers of our day. In The Fabric of Eternity: A Scientist's View of the Works of Providence, we are led on a journey through the various arguments of science in order to see that it all boils down to making a choice between a universe with direction and purpose or a “go it alone” universe which in some ways actually contradicts the existence of free will. Through the infinite coordinate planes that can be joined in order to create the timeless space in which we live, the possibility of a God who not only sees and knows all, but can view all of it in one single glance will make your head spin. From this purely scientific discussion, one is still left with a choice.
Though I must admit that a great amount of this book was over my head, I was able to picture many of the images that Istvan Kolossvary provided within The Fabric of Eternity: A Scientist's View of the Works of Providence. From those images, I was able to construct a scientific understanding of the omniscience of God and, to me, the impossibility of any other form of explanation than that we live, move, and have our being in Jesus Christ, the Omega Point in, for lack of a better term, quantum space. What was most clear to me was the rhetorical question that Istvan asked, “Isn’t the journey itself the destination?” The journey and the relationship are the destination and the whole purpose of eternity. “For in Him we live, move and have our being.” You will be led to the point of making a very critical choice in The Fabric of Eternity: A Scientist's View of the Works of Providence; a choice that might affect your own eternity.