Vermont Business Magazine The Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA) –www.ibpa-online.org– announced over the weekend the winners in the prestigious IBPA Benjamin Franklin Award program, now in its 30th year. This year’s esteemed indie book award program recognized excellence in books published during calendar year 2017. The book "Lila & Theron" (Publisher:Charles Michael Publishing ISBN:978-1-6826-1356-6) by Vermont author Bill Schubart was named a Silver Winner. It is a love story set in 19th century rural Vermont "in which the exigencies of survival define the character and lives of the principal characters."
From close to 1,500 entries, one gold winner was named in each of 54 categories. Silver winners were also named in each category.
"This year's list of IBPA Benjamin Franklin Award™ winners rest at the pinnacle of professional independent publishing. These are the best of the best," said IBPA CEO Angela Bole. "This is important because in the endit’s not just about publishing; it’s about publishing well. Becoming an IBPA Benjamin Franklin Award™ winner showcases a publisher’s commitment to professional standards and high-quality book content and production."
For 30 years, the IBPA Benjamin Franklin Award™ program has been regarded as one of the highest national honors for small and independent publishers. Over 150 librarians, booksellers, and design and editorial experts – most of whom have decades of book industry experience – judge the books submitted to the IBPA Benjamin Franklin Award™ program. The judging process takes seven months, beginning in September and continuing into March each year.
Source: (Manhattan Beach, CA - April 9, 2018) -- The Independent Book Publishers Association