Welcome! As far as we know, this is the first awards of its kind that is exclusively for BWWM (and adjacent) works! Why would we do this? you ask.
Because representation matters!
Also, because why not?
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If anyone has any questions about this, please see the Questions page or PM is. If you're trying to come for us with that "Let's not talk about race" or "all stories matter" bullshit, then feel free to keep it moving.
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Now here's the timeline for how the awards will go (dates subject to change):
January 25 - February 15: Accepting applications
Feb 16 - March 14: Round 1 of Judging
March 15: Finalists announced (top score from each group)
March 15 - March 25: Round 2 of Judging
March 26: Winners announced (top five overall scores)
March 27 - March 30: Fan voting open
March 31: Grand Prize winners announced (Top 3)
What do you get for participating, aside from exposure?
Finalists receive: -Permanent follow from this page, as well as from the founder, Stellabonita -Your story added to a special reading list -Exclusive award sticker for your book
Winners receive: -Everything the finalists receive, plus -Entry into the Fan Voting Contest
Fan Voting Contest Winners will receive digital prizes valued at: -1st Place: $50 -2nd Place: $25 -3rd Place: $10
If you have any questions, post them on our Question page!
