Colorado Book Awards
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Rolling / Open
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foundation
Overview
Colorado Book Awards
Overview: The Colorado Book Awards recognize and celebrate outstanding contributions by Colorado authors, editors, illustrators, and photographers. Now in their 29th year (as of 2020), the awards are presented each spring.
Geographic Scope: Colorado
Focus Areas: Literature across multiple genres and formats, including:
Award Categories: At least 13-16 categories (expanded from original 10+)
Eligibility: Open to Colorado authors, editors, illustrators, and photographers
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Sponsors (Historical): Outskirts Press, First Western Trust Bank, The Colorado Sun, Shaw Construction
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