Eligible Books:

The submitted book must be the author’s first published novel for adult readers, published in the United States between January 1, 2023, and May 15, 2024. Regardless of the author’s residence, a qualifying novel must have the American South as its setting, or a main theme, which includes the states of Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, and the District of Columbia.

Please note, only first novels are eligible for the Crook’s Corner Book Prize. 

Books may be self-published if they have an ISBN number. However, self-published books must be available through the book distributor Ingram, under regular reseller terms. Self-published authors can arrange for such distribution for a small fee.

Books that are available only as e-books are not eligible.

Books eligible under publication date guidelines in two consecutive years may be entered for one year only.

Submissions are welcome from authors or publishers.

Deadline:

The online entry form (as well as online payment of the entry fee, unless paying by check) must be submitted on or before the May 15 deadline.

How to apply:

1) Click on “Pay Now” to pay the $35 entry fee online. If paying by check, see below.

2) Fill out the online submission form and click “Submit Form.” If paying by check, be sure to so indicate on the form.

3) Mail two copies of the submitted book, a printed submission form, and proof of online payment or a check for $35 to:

Crook’s Corner Book Prize
110 Cedar Pond Lane
Chapel Hill, NC 27517

Submissions must be postmarked or submitted online on or before the May 15 deadline.

There will be no refunds or return of books, regardless of eligibility or ineligibility.

For more information, go to www.crookscornerbookprize.com or contact info@crookscornerbookprize.com.