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75 categories • 5 nominations this year

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Nkechi Adeyemi

Best Debut Novel

Feb 10, 2026

Set in Lagos and Brooklyn, this debut explores a young woman's journey to reconcile her dual heritage while uncovering family secrets.

finalist

31 votes

Dr. Sofia Ramirez

Best Cultural Commentary

Sep 1, 2025

An incisive analysis of how social media is reshaping cultural identity formation in marginalized communities.

accepted

12 votes

Lisa Park

Best Children's Book

Mar 5, 2026

An illustrated story about a young girl who discovers that every star in the sky represents a story from her ancestors.

accepted

24 votes

Amara Johnson

Best Fiction Novel

Jan 15, 2026

A sweeping multigenerational saga that follows three families across continents, exploring themes of identity, belonging, and the stories we inherit.

accepted

18 votes

Marcus Chen

Best Poetry Collection

Nov 20, 2025

A collection of 60 poems exploring the immigrant experience through the lens of food, language, and landscapes left behind.