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2027 Indie Author Project Contest Launch

📍 Location
Remote
⏰ Job Type
Full-time
📅 Posted
June 03, 2026

About the Role

Participate in the Indie Author Project Annual Contest and connect your work with a robust library community. This contest is designed to elevate indie authors by providing significant recognition!
Independent authors are encouraged to submit their original, self-published works in genres ranging from SciFi to Children’s Picture Books. Winners stand to gain $2,500 for first place and $500 for each runner-up in their respective genres. In addition, this contest offers invaluable promotional avenues including inclusion in Library Journal and opportunities to earn royalties via the IAP Select collection.
Key Responsibilities:
• Submit a self-published original book for consideration
• Fit within contest genres including Young Adult and General Fiction
• Provide your book in ePUB or PDF format
• Reside in either the U.S. or Canada
• Utilize AI tools only for editorial assistance, not for primary content
Requirements:
• Ensure the submitted work is authored by you...

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