The “IPPY” Awards were conceived as a broad-based, unaffiliated awards program open to all members of the independent publishing industry, and are open to authors and publishers worldwide who produce books written in English and intended for the North American market. They define “independent” as 1) independently owned and operated; 2) operated by a foundation or university; or 3) long-time independents that became incorporated but operate autonomously and publish fewer than 50 titles a year.

• Open to independents worldwide who publish for the North American market
• Books with 2010-2011 copyright or that are released in 2010 or early 2011 are eligible
• 69 subject categories in National awards
• Regional awards for 8 U.S., 2 Canadian and 1 Australian regions
• Winners receive medals, certificates, and earn credibility, publicity -- and increased book sales!

Please see website for full details.

Deadline March 19, 2011