(Deadline 4/2/2026)
The Moxie Award is an annual literary prize presented by Moxie Books to honor outstanding independent and emerging authors whose work demonstrates originality, craft, and fearless storytelling.
Created to spotlight powerful voices outside the traditional publishing pipeline, the Moxie Award recognizes books that take creative risks, challenge expectations, and bring something new to the literary landscape. The award is open to both Moxie Books authors and qualifying independent writers worldwide.
Each year, selected titles are reviewed by a panel of editors and literary professionals, with winners chosen based on quality of writing, narrative strength, originality, and overall impact. Winners receive the Moxie Award seal for use on their book covers and promotional materials, along with formal recognition through Moxie Books’ press and marketing channels.
The Moxie Award exists to do more than name a winner — it exists to give exceptional books visibility, credibility, and momentum. In an industry where many great stories are overlooked, the Moxie Award is designed to help the best rise to the top.
The Moxie Award
Celebrating bold voices. Elevating independent stories.
