Important Dates
Mark your calendar with these key dates for the Little Book Awards 2025-2026 cycle. Plan your submission timing to take advantage of early bird pricing and ensure your book is considered for this year's awards.
Early Bird Nomination
ClosedJanuary 2025 - September 2025
Take advantage of our lowest entry fees and submit your book early.
Standard Nomination
Open NowOctober 2025 - January 2026
Current submission period with standard pricing.
Late Nomination
Coming SoonFebruary 2026
Final opportunity to submit your book for consideration.
Winners Announced
UpcomingMarch 2026
Winners and finalists will be announced across all categories.
Planning Your Submission
We recommend submitting during the Early Bird or Standard periods to ensure your book receives full consideration and to take advantage of lower entry fees. All submissions undergo the same rigorous evaluation process regardless of when they're submitted.
Winners and finalists will be notified directly via email before the public announcement. All participants will receive feedback on their submissions to help guide future publishing endeavors.