Uplifting Lit Award

Welcome to the Uplifting Lit Award, a celebration of literature that brings hope, positivity, and inspiration to readers worldwide. This award is dedicated to recognizing authors whose works shine a light on the human spirit, offering stories that uplift, encourage, and spark optimism.

On this page, discover our inspiring award winners and learn more about the heart behind the Uplifting Lit Award. Find out how to nominate a book that lights the way forward, explore the meaning of the award, view the winners’ badge, and more!

Featured Uplifting Lit Award Winner

Enduring Love by Christopher Falconer

Have you ever wondered if love could outlast memory loss, failure, or time itself? In this review, discover what Enduring…

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Book Review: Finding Hope When Things Look Hopeless by Dr. Larry Ollison

This short book won’t fix your life. But it just might interrupt the spiral. It might remind you that what…

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Bridges of Words: Haikus Uniting Cultures from 57 Countries of the World by Esperanza Pretila

“Bridges of Words” is the kind of anthology that quietly proposes a hypothesis: if you compress a culture into seventeen…

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About the Uplifting Lit Award

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The Uplifting Lit Award honors books that embody the themes of hope and optimism in meaningful, diverse, and holistic ways. We believe in the potency of literature to inspire change, motivate readers to overcome challenges, and nurture a brighter outlook on life. This award is our way of shining a spotlight on books that bring this message to life. To request for a review or to nominate your book, click here.

Criteria

Eligible works are chosen not necessarily on technical perfection, but for how beautifully they bring hope, resilience, and positivity to life. Whether in fiction, nonfiction, poetry, or essays, these winning books uplift readers, inspiring them to believe in, reach for, and look forward to brighter tomorrows.

We celebrate books that truly shine, sharing only reviews for those that earn a full 5 out of 5 stars. When a book goes above and beyond to deserve more than the perfect rating, inspiring readers in extraordinary ways, it receives our highest honor, the Uplifting Lit Award, recognizing its exceptional power to uplift and bring hope.

This approach ensures that our award highlights the most impactful and inspiring works, viewed through the lens of our readers. These selections resonate with their experiences, truly capture the essence of hope and optimism, and illuminate paths toward a brighter future.

Award Categories

Fiction: Celebrating stories of hope, love, and personal triumph.
Nonfiction: Highlighting real-life tales that motivate and encourage.
Poetry: Honoring poetic works that inspire reflection and inner strength.
Youth Literature: Recognizing books that instill hope in younger readers.

Why This Award Matters

In a world where negativity often takes center stage, the Uplifting Lit Award serves as a reminder of the positive impact that hopeful stories can have on our lives. By championing books that offer light and inspiration, we aim to foster a culture of optimism, where readers are empowered to embrace hope in their own lives.

Nominate a Book

To nominate a book, authors, publishers, and copyright holders can request a complimentary review. Passionate readers in our community may also submit reviews, provided they have no conflicts of interest. These reviews determine if a book meets the award standards.

1. Nominate Your Favourite Book for the Award

To submit a review for your favourite book, click here. Make sure you choose Words of Hope and Optimism @ wordsofhopeandoptimism.com as the platform.

2. Nominate Your Book for the Award

Ready to Nominate Your Book? Choose 1 from the following options to get your book reviewed and nominated for the award:

Free Review Submission
- Turnaround time: 12 months or longer.
- Cost: Free.
- Reviews are selective; not all books will receive a review. Only reviewed books are nominated.
- Click here to choose this pathway and request a free review of your book.
Expedited Submission
- Fast-tracked nomination with a free reader review in 2 months.
- Cost: 40 AUD (roughly 26 USD) only.
- If you’re after faster turnaround or private/unpublished review options, this is the option for you.
- Click here to choose this expedited pathway.

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Uplifting Lit Award Badge for Winners

Congratulations on receiving the Uplifting Lit Award! This badge celebrates your book’s powerful message of hope, resilience, and positivity, recognized by our readers as truly inspiring.

How to Use the Badge:

Digital Platforms: Display the badge on your website, social media, and any online retailer pages for your book.
Print Materials: Add the badge to your book cover, marketing materials, or promotional content.
Link Back: Whenever possible, link the badge to our Words of Hope and Optimism page, so readers can learn more about the award.

Guidelines:

Do Not Alter the Badge: Please avoid modifying, cropping, or changing the badge’s design, colors, or text.
Use Only for the Awarded Book: Display the badge only for the book that received the award, not for other works.
No Commercial Products: Do not use the badge on items for resale without written permission.
Use the Badge for Its Intended Purpose: The badge symbolizes recognition of exceptional works that embody hope and optimism. It should be used solely to honor the awarded book and promote the uplifting values it represents.

Thank you for inspiring hope and positivity through your writing, and for helping us maintain the Uplifting Lit Award’s integrity!