About Us
Welcome to the Indie Pendant Book Awards, a celebration of outstanding educational books published by independent publishers and self-published authors. Our mission is to recognize and honor the creativity, dedication, and hard work of indie authors and publishers who contribute richly to the educational landscape, particularly in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM).
What We Do
Each year, we invite submissions from indie authors and small publishers across various educational genres, with a special focus on STEAM subjects. Our panel of anonymous judges, consisting of educational experts and avid learners, rigorously evaluates each entry based on quality, originality, and impact. Winners are announced at the end of December, and their achievements are celebrated through a variety of promotional efforts.
Why Indie Authors
Independent authors and publishers often bring fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to the educational world. Despite being a large group of producers today, indie authors struggle to find space on bookshelves and often miss out on the promotional opportunities available to authors working with major publishers. This includes exposure at book fairs, signings, promotion circuits, and conferences. By supporting and acknowledging their work, we hope to encourage more creative voices and foster a diverse and vibrant educational community.
Our Values
Integrity: We uphold the highest standards of fairness and transparency in our judging process.
Excellence: We strive to recognize and reward the highest quality of educational work.
Community: We are committed to building a supportive and inclusive community for indie authors and publishers.
Innovation: We celebrate creativity and originality in all its forms, especially in making complex subjects accessible and engaging.
How It Works
Submission: Authors and publishers submit their works along with a non-refundable fee.
Judgement: Our anonymous panel reviews the submissions and selects the finalists and winners.
Announcement: Winning books and authors are promoted through our channels, gaining the recognition they deserve.
Promotion: Winning books and authors are promoted through our channels, gaining the recognition they deserve..
Innovation: We celebrate creativity and originality in all its forms, especially in making complex subjects accessible and engaging.
Read more about how we judge our award criteria.
Get Involved
Whether you’re an indie author, a publisher, or a book enthusiast, there are many ways to get involved with Indie Pendant Book Awards. Submit your work, subscribe to our updates, or join our community to support educational literature.
Thank you for visiting our site and for supporting indie authors and publishers. Together, we can celebrate the art of storytelling and the joy of learning, making complex subjects accessible and engaging for all.
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