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Foreword INDIES Awards Review: Is It Worth Entering
Library credibility comes at a price. Here's who should pay it—and who should spend their budget elsewhere.
May 16, 2026
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Every "best of" comparison we've published on BestAuthorAwards, newest first. 8 articles.
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BookYAwards vs. IPPY Awards: Which Should You Enter
A practical head-to-head for indie authors weighing entry fees, category fit, and gatekeeper credibility before committing an award budget.
May 15, 2026
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Are Book Award Entry Fees Worth It? An Honest Look
A frank breakdown of six real book awards, what their entry fees actually buy you, and the filters indie authors should apply before paying anything.
May 14, 2026
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How to Choose Which Book Awards Are Worth Entering
A practical framework for indie authors to evaluate award programs—so entry fees go where they actually move the needle.
May 13, 2026
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Best Fiction Book Awards: Indie to Prestige Picks
Whether you're self-published or chasing prestige, these fiction awards can elevate your book's visibility, credibility, and trade discoverability.
May 12, 2026
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Best Book Awards for Debut Authors: Where to Start
Six awards open to indie and self-published debut authors, ranked by judge credibility, industry recognition, and return on your entry fee.
May 11, 2026
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Best Book Awards for Self-Published Authors in May 2026
Six competitions worth your entry fee, ranked on prestige, category specificity, prize value, and judging transparency — so you spend wisely.
May 10, 2026
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Best Book Awards for Authors: Ranked and Reviewed
A no-nonsense guide to literary prizes and book awards — who can enter, what they cost, and which ones actually move the needle for your author career.
May 09, 2026