Opportunity for military fiction authors to win $ 5,000. Deadline 1 Dec 2021. Free entry.
W.Y. Boyd Literary Award for Excellence in Military Fiction
About W.Y. Boyd Literary Award for Excellence in Military Fiction
The novel must have been published during the year prior to the award.
Incidents of war can constitute the main plot of the story or merely provide the setting.
Young adult and adult novels only.
Who can participate?
Professional, individuals having published a novel during the year prior to the award.
Awards/Prizes
An annual award consisting of $5,000 and a 24k gold-framed citation of achievement.
Deadline
Application deadline for the prize is 1 Dec 2021.
Entry fee
There is no entry fee.
Some useful information
Complete the online application on http://www.ala.org/tools/wy-boyd-literary-award-excellence-military-fiction-nomination-form
Send seven (7) copies of the book to: ALA Awards Program, Governance Office, 225 N Michigan Avenue, Suite 1300, Chicago, IL 60601.
Contact Information: Cheryl Malden (Staff Liaison, July 1, 2015, to July 1, 2023) – cmalden@ala.org; Work Phone: (312) 280-3247; Fax: 312 944-3897.
American Library Association: 225 N Michigan Ave Ste 1300, Chicago, IL 60601-7616
Please visit rules, FAQ and previous winning entries from the official website to take part in Y. Boyd Literary Award for Excellence in Military Fiction.
More Information
- Target Participants Professionals
- Program Frequency Yearly
- Official Source Website https://www.ala.org/awardsgrants/awards/2/apply