The
Independent Publisher Book Awards, affectionately called the IPPY
Awards, has identified a reading list of progressive, thought-provoking
books, the kind that can touch lives, advance careers, and stretch our
imaginations. "Recognizing Excellence in Independent Publishing," the
IPPY Awards showcase the best books from throughout North America and
the English-speaking world. Launched as the first unaffiliated awards
program open exclusively to independent, university, and self-published
titles.
The
honorees will receive gold, silver, and bronze medals in different
categories. The books from Riverdale Avenue Books that will be receiving
awards include:
● Gay/Lesbian/Bi/Trans Non-Fiction Gold Medal - Outside the XY: Queer Black and Brown Masculinity Edited by Morgan Mann Willis
● Gay/Lesbian/Bi/Trans Non-Fiction Silver Medal - Queering Sexual Violence: Radical Voices from Within the Anti-Violence Movement Edited by Jennifer Patterson
● LGBT Fiction Silver Medal- Juliet Takes a Breath by Gabby Rivera
“We are
honored to receive these awards for the ground-breaking books we publish
in the LGBT space,” said Publisher Lori Perkins. “Our authors are some
of the leading writers in this field and we are so proud to have their
voices heard and recognized.”
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The presentation the 21st Annual IPPY Awards will take place in New York City at the Copacabana (268 W 47th St) on Tuesday, May 30th, from 6:00-9:30 pm. The event occurs on the eve of BookExpo America and its return to New York City.
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