The Novellae Awards

Who Can Enter

Welcoming All Storytellers

The Novellae Awards is open to authors of all backgrounds, genres, and publishing paths. Whether traditionally published, independently published, or self-published, your work is welcome. If your book offers meaning, insight, or emotional impact, it has a place here. We value stories that connect with readers and leave a lasting impression.

What Winners Receive

Recognition That Strengthens Your Author Brand

Each month, winning authors are awarded benefits that highlight their work and expand their reach:

The Novellae Awards Seal

A professionally designed emblem for use on book covers, websites, and marketing materials.

Certificate of Recognition

A printable certificate that acknowledges your achievement and enhances the credibility and value of your work.

Featured Promotion

A dedicated spotlight on The Novellae Awards website and across our official social media channels, amplifying your visibility and market reach.

Genres We Recognize

A Wide Spectrum of Books and Storytelling

The Novellae Awards welcomes submissions across diverse genres, reflecting the many ways authors share stories and ideas. Our program is designed to recognize both established voices and emerging talent, ensuring every type of book has the opportunity to be valued.

Accepted Genres

The Novellae Awards welcomes books from a wide variety of genres. No matter your style or experience as an author, your story has a place here.

Literary Fiction

Stories that are thoughtful and character-driven, often exploring complex emotions, ideas, and the human condition.

Memoir & Biography

True accounts of personal experiences or influential lives, offering readers inspiration, lessons, and perspective

Historical Fiction

Narratives set in the past that blend fact and imagination to bring history vividly to life.

Mystery & Thriller

Suspenseful works filled with intrigue, tension, and unexpected twists that keep readers turning pages.

Science Fiction & Fantasy

Imaginative storytelling that creates new worlds, futuristic ideas, or magical realms that stretch the boundaries of possibility.

Romance

Stories centered on love, relationships, and emotional journeys that connect deeply with readers.

Children’s & Young Adult

Books written for younger audiences, designed to inspire, entertain, and encourage lifelong reading.

Poetry

Collections that capture ideas, emotions, and imagery in verse, offering readers reflection and resonance.

Nonfiction

Books that educate, guide, or inspire across a wide range of subjects, including self-help, business, spirituality, politics, policy, and leadership.

Not sure where your book fits?

We welcome all stories and will help your work find its place while letting the world know it exists.

Judging Criteria

Transparent, Fair, and Focused on Storytelling

Every submission to The Novellae Awards is carefully reviewed by a panel of editors, authors, and publishing professionals. We look for strong writing that is clear, polished, and engaging. Original ideas and fresh perspectives are highly valued, as are characters who feel authentic and well-developed.

We also consider the overall impact of the work, its ability to move, challenge, or inspire readers on an emotional or intellectual level. Finally, we take into account how the story connects with its audience and its potential to appeal in today’s literary market.

Our focus is always on the book itself, not the author’s popularity or promotional reach. Integrity, fairness, and a true respect for the craft of storytelling guide every decision.

Quality of Writing

We look for strong command of language, clear expression, and polished prose that keeps readers engaged from start to finish.

Originality of Narrative

Fresh ideas and unique perspectives that bring something new and memorable to the literary landscape.

Character Development

Believable, layered characters with depth, growth, and authenticity that connect with readers.

Emotional or Intellectual Resonance

Stories that move, inspire, or challenge readers, leaving a lasting emotional or thought-provoking impact.

Reader Engagement & Market Appeal

Works that draw readers in, sustain interest, and demonstrate potential for success in today’s market.

The Novellae Awards Seals

A mark of trust, prestige, and literary excellence. Explore the Gold, Silver, and Bronze Seals that celebrate the authors whose voices inspire, influence, and endure.

Novellae Awards Gold Seal

The Pinnacle of Literary Recognition

The Gold Seal is awarded to authors whose works demonstrate exceptional creativity, impact, and excellence. Receiving this seal positions a book as a benchmark of literary achievement, signaling to readers, critics, and peers that it meets the highest standards of quality and influence. For authors, the Gold Seal elevates visibility, enhances credibility, and celebrates their contribution to shaping meaningful discourse in literature.

Novellae Awards Silver Seal

Editor’s Choice for Distinctive Voice and Vision

The Silver Seal is awarded to authors whose works demonstrate a distinctive voice, compelling vision, and creative excellence. As an Editor’s Choice, it highlights books that stand out for originality, insight, and literary impact. Authors receiving the Silver Seal gain prestige, recognition, and credibility, showcasing their work as thoughtfully curated and highly regarded within the literary community.

Novellae Awards Bronze Seal

Honorable Mention for Creative Merit and Promise

The Bronze Seal serves as an Honorable Mention, recognizing authors whose works show creative merit, originality, and strong promise. While early in the awards hierarchy, it offers important recognition and encouragement, affirming that the author’s contribution is meaningful and noteworthy. For emerging and established writers alike, the Bronze Seal represents a stepping stone toward greater literary acclaim.

What Sets Us Apart

While many contests focus on trends or visibility, The Novellae Awards puts the story first. We reward originality, craftsmanship, and emotional depth. Our monthly format gives authors regular opportunities to be recognized without waiting a full year.

Don’t let your story go unnoticed. Let The Novellae Awards put your book in the spotlight, boost its presence worldwide, and connect it with readers who need to discover your work.

Submit today and make your story impossible to ignore.