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A quick update about the 2026 IPPY Awards. đŁ
Due to an overwhelming number of entries, medalists will now be announced on Thursday, June 18.
Thank you for your patience and for being part of this incredible community. We canât wait to celebrate this yearâs medalists!
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Weâre excited to share that judging for the 2026 IPPY Awards has begun!
Over the next few weeks, our judges will carefully evaluate each entry for its storytelling, creativity, design, and overall impact.
Stay tuned for the results. Medalists will be announced on June 4, 2026.
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Judging begins soon! đ
To be officially entered, make sure your book arrives by April 9. If mailing isn't an option, you can email a PDF to digital@ippyawards.com.
Haves questions? Check out the guidelines or reach out to us on our website!
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Heading to the Book Lovers Con in Vegas? đ đŠ©
Keep an eye out for Emily and Allison throughout the day! Whether you spot them between sessions or at a social event, be sure to say hi. Theyâve got a special offer for the 2026 IPPY Awards just for those who find them!
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The March 26 deadline is here!
For 30 years, the IPPYs have celebrated the creativity and originality behind independent publishing, recognizing books across more than 100 categories.
Submit your work: bit.ly/3YJWRI5
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Just a friendly reminder that the deadline to enter the 2026 IPPY Awards is quickly approaching!
If you have a book youâre proud of, our judges would love to see it.
Enter now: bit.ly/3YJWRI5
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Thereâs just 1 week left to enter the 2026 IPPY Awards!
Every year, we get to celebrate amazing books from independent authors and publishers around the world. If you have a title you believe in, we would love to see it among this yearâs entries.
Enter: bit.ly/3YJWRI5
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30 years ago, the IPPY Awards started with a simple idea: independent books deserve recognition.
From 325 entries in 1996 to thousands today, weâre proud to celebrate the voices shaping indie publishing.
Read the story and explore past medalists: bit.ly/4uA6NmH
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The countdown is on! âł
There are just two weeks left to enter the 2026 IPPY Awards. If you've published a book and want it considered for recognition among the best in independent publishing, we would love to see it.
Enter now: bit.ly/3YJWRI5
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âł Just a friendly reminder, there are less than 3 weeks left to enter the 2026 IPPY Awards!
If you published a book, now is the time to submit it to the IPPY Awards and have it considered alongside some of the best in independent publishing.
Enter now: bit.ly/3YJWRI5
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From a creative spark to multiple IPPY and Moonbeam Award wins, Kenny Louiâs Life Lessons from a UFO Catcher series shows how personal experiences can turn into stories that truly connect.
Read more to learn more about Kennyâs creative process and more.
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âIf you know your work is good, others judging these awards will, too!â
- Amy Kolen, Silver Medalist in the 2025 IPPY Awards
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From a simple idea to a global community of storytellers.
Weâre deeply grateful to every author and publisher who has trusted us with their work over the past 30 years.
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19 Dec 2025
The holidays are a busy time, but theyâre also full of opportunities for indie authors!
From eblasts and festive content to gifting ideas, there are plenty of ways to connect with readers and boost sales.
đ Discover 6 ways you can stand out this season.
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17 Dec 2025
Friendly reminder! â°
Today is the final day to save on entry fees for the 2026 IPPY Awards.
Entering is your chance to join thousands of authors and publishers who have gained recognition and credibility through this prestigious program.
Submit now: bit.ly/3YJWRI5
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12 Dec 2025
Meet 2025 IPPY Bronze Medalist, Nicola Ross! đČ đ„
For Nicola, the win was more than a medal. âIt increases my credibility when dealing with the media,â she shared. âIt's also a confidence builder: I guess my book was pretty good!â
Congratulations, Nicola!
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26 Nov 2025
đš Black Friday savings start now! Take 20% OFF your IPPY Awards entry with code BF20 until 12/3.
Get the recognition you deserveâenter now: bit.ly/48eJmVD
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6 Nov 2025
âWhenever I use the medal stickers on books Iâm presenting, selling, or displaying, they always get attention. The actual medal, which is quite heavy, is also a draw!â
- Carole Bumpus, 4Ă IPPY Award-Winning Author
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24 Oct 2025
âWhat an incredible honor to receive the IPPY Award. Itâs offered increased exposure for events, panels, and other wonderful recognition.â
- Sara Reish Desmond, Bronze Medalist in the 2025 IPPY Awardsđ„
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15 Oct 2025
âłDonât waitâearly-bird pricing ends today!
It's your last chance to lock in the lowest entry fees for the 2026 IPPY Awards. Join thousands of authors and publishers who have gained recognition and credibility through this prestigious program.
Enter now: bit.ly/3YJWRI5
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