I am humbled to report that my new novel Beautiful and Terrible Things has received two more book awards. This is in addition to two awards previously received. It’s certainly beginning to feel like Christmas around here for me!
Shelf Unbound Names BATT One of Five Finalists
Shelf Unbound, an award-winning book review magazine that reaches more than 125,000 readers in the U.S. and around the globe, named Beautiful and Terrible Things a finalist in its 2024 Best Indie Book Competition.
The editors only award prizes to one winner and five finalists across all genres, in total, so this is quite an honor. Their Winter issue includes a 4-page spread on my book, which includes an author Q&A and an excerpt from the novel. Read it here. (My section starts on page 34.)
American Writing Awards Finalist – LGBTQ Category
Beautiful and Terrible Things was also named a finalist in the LGBTQ category of the 2024 American Writing Awards. While sexual orientation is not the focus of the story, the novel includes two main characters who identify as LGBTQ+. I am thrilled to have that aspect of my diverse cast recognized.
AWA entries were judged by publishing industry professionals, authors and professors based on the author’s story-telling ability, transitions, hooks, pacing, character development, dialogue, grammar, punctuation and overall impact.
Other Recent Awards for Beautiful and Terrible Things
These awards are in addition to an Honorable Mention received in the Fiction–Social Issues category of the Readers’ Favorite International Book Award Contest, and a finalist ranking in the General Fiction category of the 2024 American Fiction Awards.
Find out where you can get your copy of the paperback, audiobook or ebook here. (Also available on Walmart.com and Target.com.)
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That’s wonderful Sue!! Congratulations
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Congratulations!! Way to go as we approach the New Year!!
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Congrats on all the success. Hope all is going well for you.
Congratulations, Sue! Well deserved!
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You are such a good writer! Congratulations on your many successes! I am so proud to be in the crowd of well-wishers. Have a spectacular holiday and thank you for your friendship.
Love,
Susan
Thanks, everyone, for the congrats – much appreciated!
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Hi Sue,
loving your updates!
Huge congrats on your ever-increasing award lists!!!!!! xo
That\’s fantastic news. Huge congratulations 🎉👏👏 Cheers Vicki (Australia)