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THE FIREBIRD BOOK AWARDS
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THE POSITIVE CHANGE PODCAST AWARDS
Done with a Charitable Twist
These awards support women and children in long-term shelters escaping homelessness, domestic violence, and trafficking. Your entry fee is tax-deductible to you.
THE BOOK AWARDS THAT DO GOOD
1st Quarter 2026 in Progress
January 1 – March 31
Winners Announced on or Before April 25, 2026
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THE PODCAST AWARD FOR PARTICULAR PODCASTERS
Now Features a Rolling Entry with No Deadline
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THE CONVERSATION CHOICE FOR DISCERNING AUTHORS SINCE 2008
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COMPLIMENTARY CONTESTS
When you enter your book into 3 or more categories in the main Firebird Book Award contest, your book is automatically entered into the appropriate fiction or nonfiction contests with their own judging criteria and special awards.
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We create and distribute fun and colorful pillowcases, and send children’s books to shelters, naming you as the donor. Your entry fees are fully tax-deductible to you.
Questions or Comments – please email Pat Rullo – pr@speakuptalkradio.com