Grateful American Book Prize

The annual book prize is awarded for high quality, 7th to 9th grade level historical fiction, fiction, non-fiction, and biographies about important people–and events–in America’s History.

2026 Grateful American Book Prize
Call for Submissions

The Grateful American Book Prize is now accepting submissions for outstanding historical fiction, non-fiction, and biographies for readers, ages 11...

Laurie Halse Anderson Wins 2025 Grateful American Book Prize for “Rebellion 1776”

Honorable Mentions awarded to Rebecca Brenner Graham and Debbie Levy

“Rebellion 1776” by Laurie Halse Anderson Wins 2025 Grateful American Book Prize

Honorable Mentions Go to Rebecca Brenner Graham and Debbie Levy for Works on Frances Perkins and the Scopes Trial

Thanks to All Who Submitted Books to the 2025 Grateful American Book Prize

The 2025 Grateful American Book Prize winner will be announced in October.

FINAL CALL!

Don't Miss Your Chance to Be Part of History! - Deadline: Thursday, July 31, 2025

Don’t Miss Your Chance To Be Part of History

Submit Your Book for the 2025 Grateful American Book Prize by July 31, 2025

The Ultimate Opportunity for Historical Storytellers!

The Grateful American Book Prize is now accepting submissions for its annual award.

The Grateful American Book Prize Is Accepting Submissions for 2025

Submit your book online via the 2025 Grateful American Book Prize Submission Form before July 31, 2025.

Stuart H. Brody Reflects on Writing His Award-Winning Novel

The 2024 Grateful American Book Prize winner answers questions about his historical fiction novel "Humphrey and Me"

Pilot Program

Chris Stevenson, the 2016 Grateful American Book Prize winner, puts in the work—in court, in the sky and on the...

2024 Grateful American Book Prize Winner Views Clarice Smith’s Paintings in Paris Embassy

The author had the opportunity to visit the residence of the ambassador in Paris where Clarice Smith’s paintings are featured.

Submit Your Book for the 2025 Grateful American Book Prize

The annual book prize is awarded for high quality, 7th to 9th grade level historical fiction, non-fiction, and biographies about...

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