The Next Generation Indie Book Awards is the largest International awards program for indie authors and independent publishers.

Submissions accepted: Entries from independent publishers and authors worldwide who have a published book, unpublished manuscript, galley copy or Advanced Reader Copy written in English with a copyright/release date of 2025, 2026, or 2027.
Categories: 80+
Entry Fee: $80 for the first category entered and $65 for every additional category entered for the same title
Deadline: Friday, February 12, 2027.
Winners’ Prizes: Winners in each category are given $100 cash prizes, gold medals, complimentary stickers, social media coverage, website exposure, possible representation by a leading literary agent, and recognition as one of the top independently published books of the year. Three Grand Prize Winners will be selected from all entries received and will be awarded cash prizes of $1500, $750 and $500 based on their order of win. All Winners are invited to attend the Indie Book Awards gala ceremony.
Finalists’ Benefits: Winners in each category are given silver medals, complimentary stickers, social media coverage and website exposure. All Finalists are invited to attend the Indie Book Awards gala ceremony.
Enter at: www.indiebookawards.com