2018 New Apple Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing

New Apple Literary Services for Independent Authors

2018 New Apple Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing:

Bishop's War
by Rafael Amadeus Hines
2017 New Apple "BEST NEW FICTION" Winner
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Introducing Special Forces Sergeant John Bishop, decorated war hero, and nephew of crime boss, Gonzalo Valdez. After returning home from Afghanistan John’s hopes for a peaceful future are quickly shattered when he is catapulted back into the global war on terror through a succession of life-threatening events and corrupt intrigue.

When Angels Fly
by S. Jackson & A. Raymond
available at Amazon

"I could not put the story down. I just wanted to know what happened with Eli, and how things ended between Sarah...
Henry.... and her mother."

Paradise Bound
by Rafaele Desire
available at Amazon

A young French doctor is torn between three men after a vacation to Southern California makes her reconsider her life choices.

Surviving Cancer: Our Voices & Choices
A Collaboration Compiled and Illustrated by Marion Behr
available at Amazon and Barnes & Noble

"Anyone who hears the dreaded, 'You have cancer', needs to read this. Professionals, survivors, caregivers, doctors... sharing their stories and offering information and hope."
- Pat Buzby (Goodreads)

Select from the category list to the right to see the chosen Independent Books:

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SPECIAL AWARD WINNERS:

General Fiction
Action / Adventure
Fantasy
Science Fiction
Horror
Humor
Mystery
Suspense / Thriller
Psychological Suspense
Cross Genre
Short Story Fiction
Children's General Fiction
Children's Humor
Children's Picture Books
Young Adult General Fiction
Young Adult General Non-Fiction
Young Adult Fantasy
Young Adult Mystery / Thriller
Young Adult Romance
Young Adult Inspirational
Poetry
Romance
Literary Erotica
General Non-Fiction

Biography / Autobiography / Memoir
Inspirational / Motivational / Self-Help
Writing and Publishing
Environment / Nature
Parenting
Historical Fiction
Military
Travel / Adventures Abroad
Health / Medicine
Gay / Lesbian / Bi / Trans
New Age / Mind-Body-Spirit
Religion / Spirituality
Graphic Novel / Comic Book
Specialty Books
E-Book Children's / Young Adult
E-Book General Fiction
E-Book Science Fiction
E-Book Fantasy
E-Book Horror
E-Book Mystery
E-Book Suspense / Thriller
E-Book Romance / Literary Erotica
Audiobook
*2015 and Older

2018 New Apple Book Awards: INSPIRATIONAL / MOTIVATIONAL / SELF-HELP

SOLO MEDALIST WINNER

The Gifted Storyteller: The Power is in the Story You Tell

by Gregg Korrol

What if a Genie popped out of a bottle and gave you the power to create your life as it happened? Michael followed "the plan" and did everything he was supposed to for life to be successful; great job, money, dates, yet despite it all, everything wasn’t the dream he expected. One night after work, he meets a beautiful and mysterious woman named Jeannie, who introduces him to the Gifted Storyteller, and changes his life forever.

Available Formats: eBook, Paperback, Audiobook
Publishing House: Motivational Press, Inc
Author's Website: GreggKorrol.com
Author's Twitter: @thegiftedstory
Available for purchase:
Amazon

Official Selections (in alphabetical order by title):

INSPIRATIONAL / MOTIVATIONAL / SELF-HELP - OFFICIAL SELECTION

Mary Poser

by Angel A

A mix of Bollywood 'Bride and Prejudice' in a modern 'Gone with the Wind' culture told like 'Bridget Jones Diary' with 'Eat, Pray, Love' energy.

Available Formats: eBook, Paperback
Publishing House: Angel's Leap PTY LTD
Author's Website: www.maryposer.com
Author's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaryPoserMovie
Available for purchase:
Amazon

INSPIRATIONAL / MOTIVATIONAL / SELF-HELP - OFFICIAL SELECTION

Sex On Fire: Finding Embodied Intimacy After Trauma

by Leah RS Braun

How one woman overcomes her traumatic past to become a strong leader, a good parent, a healthy relationship partner, and an empowered woman, sexually and everywhere else.

Available Formats: eBook, Paperback
Publishing House: Paper Angel Press
Author's Website: www.risingserpentstrategies.com
Author's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risingserpentstrategies/
Available for purchase:
Amazon

INSPIRATIONAL / MOTIVATIONAL / SELF-HELP - OFFICIAL SELECTION

So, You're Raising Your Grandkids!: Tested Tips, Research, & Real Life Stories to Make Your Life Easier

by Harriet Hodgson

Willing as you are to assume this role, you have some questions. How will I find the energy for this? Is my grandchild normal? What if I "blow it?" Each day, you look for ways to make life easier.

Available Formats: eBook, Paperback, Audiobook
Publishing House: WriteLife Publishing
Author's Website: www.harriethodgson.com
Author's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/harriethodgsonauthor/
Available for purchase:
Amazon