Story Monsters Approved Entry
Story Monsters Approved Entry
The Story Monsters Approved! book designation program recognizes and honors authors in the field of children’s literature whose books inspire, inform, teach, or entertain. What makes this book program unique is that every book submitted is judged on its own merit. Each book competes only with itself. And since kids assist our industry experts in judging submissions, when a book earns the Story Monsters Approved book designation, it means children are recommending the book for other children to read, too! One deserving title that is outstanding in content, readability, message, and overall production will be selected for the honor of Story Monsters Approved Book of the Year.
Contest entries accepted in 2 formats, as printed book or ebook.
Instructions: The quantity indicates the number of categories entering for one book.
If submitting more than one book, you must enter the quantity of categories and complete the form for each book. Submission fee is per category.
Example: entering 1 book, with 3 different categories:
enter Quantity 3
fill out the form with your information
choose your 3 categories
agree to terms and conditions
e-sign and date your entry
click add to cart
If you are submitting another book, repeat the process above.
You will receive a confirmation email once we receive your entry.
PLEASE BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR SPAM, JUNK, OR PROMOTION FOLDER FOR THIS EMAIL!
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Mail book entries to:
Ship using USPS, UPS or FEDEX
Cristy Bertini
Story Monsters Book Awards
1271 Turkey Street
Hardwick, MA 01082
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EBOOK ENTRIES:
Email one (1) copy of each ebook for each category in which it is entered. Along with the ebook, attach one (1) copy of the email confirmation per title for each category in which the ebook is entered.
All ebook entries emailed to contests@storymonsters.com.
Please add “STORY MONSTER APPROVED Book Awards” in the subject line.
Change the quantity to indicate the number of categories entering for one book. If submitting more than one book, after item is added to the cart, begin the process again by changing the quantity and clicking on "Add to Cart."
Story Monsters Approved!
FINAL DEADLINE: February 1, 2025
Winners will be notified the last week of March 2024.
EARLY BIRD PRICING!
BOOKS: $70 per category for submissions completed on or before November 1, 2024.
After November 1, 2024, the fee is $75 per category.
EBOOKS: $65 per category for submissions completed on or before November 1, 2024.
After November 1, 2024, the fee is $70 per category.
All Submissions: Please complete the form on the next screen in its entirety. No materials will be returned. To be eligible, submissions must be postmarked February 1, 2024 or earlier. Submissions postmarked after that date will not be considered for an award and books will not be returned; however, your entry fee will be refunded.
Books: Mail one (1) copy of each book for each category in which it is entered. Along with the books, send one (1) printed copy of the email confirmation per title for each category in which the book is entered. All entries may be sent in the same envelope.
Mail book entries to:
Ship using USPS, UPS or FEDEX
Cristy Bertini
Story Monsters Book Awards
1271 Turkey Street
Hardwick, MA 01082
For ebooks: email one (1) copy of each ebook for each category in which it is entered. Along with the ebook, attach one (1) copy of the email confirmation per title for each category in which the ebook is entered.
All ebook entries emailed to contests@storymonsters.com. Please add “STORY MONSTERS APPROVED Book Awards” in the subject line.
Please call our office if you have any questions 480-940-8182 or email contests@storymonsters.com.
Visit www.storymonstersbookawards.com for full contest details.
Categories
You may enter as many books as you like in each of the following categories. You may also enter a single title in multiple categories.
Board Books (Birth-Ages 3)
Picture Books (Ages 3-8) Fiction
Picture Books (Ages 3-8) Nonfiction
Early Readers (Ages 5-9) Fiction
Early Readers (Ages 5-9) Nonfiction
First Chapter Books (Ages 6-10) Fiction
First Chapter Books (Ages 6-10) Nonfiction
Middle Grade (Ages 8-12) Fiction
Middle Grade (Ages 8-12) Nonfiction
Tween Novels (Ages 10-14) Fiction
Tween/Young Adult (Ages 10-14) Nonfiction
Young Adult Novels (Ages 13+)
Young Author (Ages 17 and under) Fiction
Young Author (Ages 17 and under) Nonfiction
Animated Children's Book
Illustrations/Photography/Artwork
Cultural Diversity: Books that impart an appreciation for different cultures, races, and ethnicity.
Education/Reference: Study aids, “how-to” books, and books that stimulate the mind to teach about subjects such as history, math, science, foreign languages, government, money/saving, etc.
Family Matters: Books that deal with issues affecting the family, such as divorce and separation, adoption, new baby, moving, illness, sexuality, growing up, etc.
First-Time Author (All Ages)
Green Living/Environmental Issues: Books dealing with topics such as recycling, conservation of our planet's resources, sustainability, pollution, ecosystems, etc.
Health, Wellness & Medicine: Books on health and wellness topics, including how to lead healthy lifestyles, sports, fitness, diseases, issues related to mental health, special needs/disability awareness, etc.
Making a Difference: Books that teach children the importance of giving and showing compassion for others in need.
School Life: Books dealing with issues children may encounter at school, such as bullying, friendship, social skills, self-esteem, peer pressure, dating, first day of school, academic issues, etc.
Spirituality/Religion: Books that address religion, spiritual matters, death and grieving, etc.
Announcement of Winners:
Contest winners will be notified during the last week of March for each year’s contest.
