Announcing the 2026 Digital Book Nook Book Awards Program!
For nearly 12 years, Digital Book Nook has been a trusted platform for promoting and celebrating the work of self-published authors. With over 1,000 book reviews and spotlights to date, we have proudly highlighted the creativity, passion, and determination of authors who have chosen the independent route to publishing. Now, we’re taking it a step further!
We are excited to introduce the Digital Book Nook Book Awards Program, designed to celebrate the exceptional talent of self-published authors whose work often goes overlooked by the traditional publishing industry. Winners will be published in the June 30th publication, on social media, and the Digital Book Nook website.
The entry form closes on May 30th 2026. Don’t wait apply today!
What to Expect
here. From fiction and nonfiction to children’s books and poetry, we’ll be recognizing the best in self-publishing and bringing award-winning books to a wider audience.
Winners will receive:
- Featured book reviews and spotlights on our website and social media.
- A special Digital Book Nook Book Award seal to showcase their accomplishment.
- Exclusive interviews and promotional opportunities to help boost visibility.
If you are a self-published author and are interested in participating in our awards program, don’t wait apply today!
We are thrilled to continue supporting and celebrating the self-publishing community with this exciting new awards program. Stay tuned for more information. We can’t wait to recognize the incredible work of independent authors around the world!
Digital Book Nook – Celebrating Self-Published Authors for Over a Decade
Why the Digital Book Nook Book Awards?
The self-publishing industry is home to a wealth of talent, but these voices often don’t receive the recognition they deserve. At Digital Book Nook, we believe in shining a spotlight on these gifted authors. Our new awards program aims to:
- Celebrate Excellence in Self-Publishing: We want to acknowledge and reward the outstanding achievements of self-published authors across all genres, giving their work the attention it truly deserves.
- Focus on Ebooks: As the popularity of digital reading devices continues to grow, we are particularly excited to highlight ebook publications. This will help readers who prefer digital formats discover award-winning books that stand out in the vast world of indie publishing.
- Why apply? Get extra promotion for your book, receive an official DBN Book Awards seal to use on your book cover, website, and social media, submit with no publication date requirements (backlist titles welcome!), and enter up to three categories in one fee (additional categories available for a small extra charge after three).
Two ways to enter
Option 1: Get Reviewed + Automatically Entered (Most Popular)
Want your book to be reviewed and considered for an award without doing anything extra?
When you purchase a DBN Editorial Book Review, your book is automatically entered into the DBN Book Awards program.
You’ll receive:
- A professional editorial book review
- Author interview or book excerpt (your choice)
- Social media promotion
- Automatic Book Awards entry (no extra application needed)
⏳ Delivery time: Up to 45 days
✨ Best for authors who want meaningful feedback, stronger credibility, and a polished review they can proudly share.
Option 2: Fast Book Awards Entry + Promotion (Quick Turnaround)
Need a faster way to enter the awards program and get your book featured?
With our Book Awards Processing Fee option, your book is submitted, processed, and promoted—quickly and professionally.
You’ll receive:
- Entry into the DBN Book Awards program
- Social media promotion to spotlight your book
- A featured Book Spotlight on DBN Magazine website
⚡ Delivery time: 7–14 days
🚀 Perfect for authors who want award consideration plus extra visibility—without waiting for a full review timeline.
real books. real reviews. real talk. 