The 2026 National Indie Excellence Awards (NIEA) are now accepting submissions. The awards are open to English-language books published in 2024 or 2025 by self-published authors, independent publishers, and university presses. The NIEA, now in its twentieth year, recognizes excellence in independent publishing across all genres.
The submission deadline is Tuesday, March 31, 2026. For eligibility details, award categories, and submission guidelines, visit the official website at indieexcellence.com.
