Published Window NOW OPEN
The 23rd annual SDBA submission period for published entries will run January 1, 2018, thru January 31, 2018. Can't wait to read your submissions!
SDBA Finalist Stickers Now Available!
It's that time of year where gifts are given. SDBA has one for you! At long last, there are FINALIST STICKERS available for sale!
2018 Published Entrants – Get Ready!
It’s almost time to receive SDBA entries for the Published! On, January 1, 2018, we will open up the guidelines and include the Published Entry Form (currently not on the site because we’re in the Unpublished Entry Window). We...
Giving Tuesday 2017
Individuals and corporations open their hearts and wallets on a national day devoted to giving back. The San Diego Book Awards Association is a 501c3 nonprofit, and we could not do what we do without your continued gifts and...
Unpublished Entry Window NOW OPEN
Calling all Unpublished Entries for the 2018 San Diego Book Awards! Entry fee for each Unpublished Novel/Novels for Children/Memoir submission is $30.00. Entry fee for each Unpublished Short Story/Poetry Chapbook submission is $15.00. The submission period for unpublished entries will begin...
Susan Vreeland Memorial — Celebration of Life
Susan Vreeland Memorial — Celebration of Life The event will be Thursday, September 21, 12:30 PM at the Spreckels Organ Pavilion in Balboa Park, San Diego. After the 12:30 Public Event in Balboa Park there will be a private reception at another location. ...
Susan Vreeland, Artist-Author, Dies at 71
The San Diego Book Awards extends their condolences to the family, friends, and the San Diego writing community for the loss of Susan Vreeland who passed away on August 23. “Nobody brought art and artists to life like she...
Digital Winner Stickers Available for Purchase
At long last, our winner sticker is available for digital use! You can add it to your book covers, press releases, and website! The file comes as a PNG. And don’t worry, our regular stickers are still available at our store!...
2018 Contest Submission Window!
The entry window for the 2018 contest is now here! 10/1/17 – 11/30/17 Unpublished Entry Window 1/1/18 – 1/31/18 Published Entry Window
Finalists to be Announced!
The 2017 SDBA Finalists will be listed after May 15th. STAY TUNED!