Moonbeam Children's Book Awards

01/20/2025

Risa Nyman’s award-winning debut, Swallowed by a Secret, tackles grief and secrecy with compassion and honesty, earning her a silver Moonbeam Award.

Inspired by personal experiences, Nyman wrote the book to help young readers navigate life’s challenges. Her journey proves it’s never too late to pursue a passion and create meaningful stories.

Learn more about her writing process and the advice she has for aspiring authors: https://bit.ly/4g18iBO

01/10/2025

Creating a children’s book is a labor of love, and your story deserves attention. ✨

Winning a Moonbeam Award is more than just an achievement—it’s a way to elevate your book and share its magic with the world.

From boosting your book’s reach to building credibility, this award is an exceptional way to ensure your book finds its way into more hands and hearts!

Wondering what else a Moonbeam medal can do for your hard work? Check out our latest blog at the link below.

You’ve poured everything into your book—now it’s time to let it shine even brighter!

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01/02/2025

Choosing the right illustrator is one of the most exciting (and important!) steps in creating a children’s book. But how do you find someone who can truly bring your story to life?

In our latest blog, we share:

🌈 How to better understand your audience
🎨 Qualities to look for in an illustrator
🤝 Where to find the right illustrator

And more. Read the full guide here: https://bit.ly/4gXNbkz

12/27/2024

Do you have a children’s book you want to share with the world?

Now’s your chance to submit it to the Moonbeam Children's Book Awards!

This prestigious award celebrates excellence in children's literature and can help you...

🌟 Gain credibility: An award shows readers, parents, and educators that your book shines among the rest.

📚 Boost sales: Award-winning children's books catch the attention of booksellers, librarians, and families.

✨ Increase publicity: Winning opens doors for media coverage, reviews, and recognition in the industry.

Submit your book today at the link below—we're excited to dive into your magical stories!

https://bit.ly/3Pa7wYe

12/16/2024

Winning a 2024 Moonbeam Award wasn’t just recognition for James Esker—it was the realization of a lifelong dream.

His quirky and lovable character, Mr. Roundbottom, has captivated young readers and earned a place in the spotlight.

We sat down with James to learn more about…

💡 His inspiration behind Mr. Roundbottom
✍️ His journey from idea to publication
🎉 What it feels like to win an award for his very first book

Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/4ggVecs

12/09/2024

🥳 We’re excited to share that the brand-new Moonbeam Children’s Book Awards website is officially live!

Our new site is designed to make it easier than ever to:

🔍 Learn about our mission and awards
📖 Explore past medalists and their amazing books
🏅 Submit your entries for each awards season

Check out the fresh design, updated features, and everything you need to celebrate the magic of children’s literature: https://bit.ly/49uXJoX

12/03/2024

🥳 A new Moonbeam Awards website is coming soon!

With a fresh look and updated features, it’ll be easier than ever to explore award-winning children’s books, stay updated on submission deadlines, and find resources to support your publishing journey.

Stay tuned for our launch!

Ready to enter your book before our new website is live? You can do so here and use code “BF20” for $20 off your entry through Friday: https://bit.ly/48TwBjg

11/29/2024

🚨 Black Friday deal alert! Get $20 off your Moonbeam Awards entry when you use code BF20 at checkout. Hurry—this exclusive offer ends Friday, December 6. Take the next step in highlighting your amazing work today: https://bit.ly/3Otrvk4

11/21/2024

Moonbeam medalists: have you joined our Facebook group?

This is a special space for you to:

🌙 Share new projects and updates

🌙 Connect with fellow award-winning authors and illustrators

🌙 Get inspiration, feedback, and celebrate each other's successes

We can’t wait to see what you’re working on and continue supporting each other in the world of children’s literature. Join us now at the link below!

https://bit.ly/48YB3x7

11/13/2024

🥳 Our team wants to share a big thank you to all of our 2024 Moonbeam medalists!

Whether you were able to join us at our celebration this past weekend or not, we hope you know how grateful we are for each and every one of you.

Thank you again for being a part of our community, and for those who attended our celebration, know how much we appreciate you traveling near and far to be with us.

Our awards will reopen this week, and we’ll share a link with you once the contest is live.

Congratulations to all on their hard-earned win! 💙

11/04/2024

🌙 The 2025 Moonbeam Awards will open this month! Save this post for when you submit to set yourself up for success.

Have any additional questions about your entry? Send us a message so we can help!

10/30/2024

🏅 Calling all Moonbeam medalists! If you’ve won a Moonbeam Award in the past, we’d love to feature your success story on our blog, podcast, and social media pages.

Interested? Fill out the survey below and our team will be in touch!

https://bit.ly/40pnZ1n

10/24/2024

Congratulations to Award-Winning Author Rose M. Delorane! 🌟

We’re thrilled to share that Rose, bronze winner in the YA Fantasy/Sci-Fi category of the 2024 Moonbeam Awards, was recently featured by New Jersey Stage! 📰

Her debut novel, Forgotten Realm of Secrets, enchants readers with a world of ancient secrets and supernatural forces—and the adventure continues with Book Two coming soon.

Read more at the link below. ⬇️

(SOMERSET, NJ) -- Rose M. Delorane, a resident of Somerset, New Jersey, has been honored with two major awards for her debut novel, Forgotten Realm of Secrets. The novel won the 2024 Moonbeam Children's Book Award in the Young Adult Fantasy Fiction category and the 2024 PenCraft Book Award for Liter...

10/21/2024

Looking to meet deadlines and stay motivated as an author? An accountability partner is a must-have.

Here’s why teaming up with a fellow writer can help you:

🎯 Meet your goals: Agree on writing targets and deadlines to keep each other focused.

💬 Offer encouragement: Cheer each other on! A little support can go a long way when the writing gets tough.

⏰ Provide accountability: Regular check-ins create the gentle pressure you need to stay committed to your writing journey.

Tag your writing buddy below or drop a comment if you’re looking for someone—our community is full of incredible authors to connect with!

10/16/2024

🏅 Congratulations to all of our Moonbeam Award medalists! Now that your book has been recognized, it’s time to share the news and celebrate your success with the world.

We’ve put together 4 tips to help you promote your award and get your book in front of even more readers. From social media to book events, there are plenty of ways to spread the word about your incredible achievement!

10/10/2024

🎉 The moment you've been waiting for is here! Thank you to everyone who submitted to the 2024 Moonbeam Children’s Book Awards.

We're honored to have had the chance to read so many wonderful stories, and our judges were truly impressed by your dedication and creativity.

We know how much heart goes into creating a children’s book, and while it wasn’t easy to narrow it down, the medalists have been selected and are now live at the link below!

Medalists: Be sure to tag us as you share the news about your success. We’re excited to celebrate with you!

Thank you again to all who participated, and stay tuned for more updates and resources we’ll share before the awards reopen!

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