04/29/2026
Submit Your Book for the 2026 Grateful American Book Prize
The annual book prize is awarded to high quality, 7th to 9th grade level historical fiction, fiction, non-fiction, and biographies about important people–and events–in America’s History.
The winner will receive $13,000–in honor of the 13 original colonies, a lifetime membership to The New York Historical, and a medallion designed by artist Clarice Smith. Two Honorable Mention recipients will receive $500, each, and the medallion.
Key Eligibility Requirements:
• Books published between August 1, 2025, and July 31, 2026.
• No self-published books; writing style must appeal to 11-to-15-year-olds
• Historic accuracy is paramount; fictitious stories must be well-researched
Important Details:
• Deadline for entry: July 31, 2026
• Prior editions are not eligible
• Submit your book via our online form
• Free to enter
https://gratefulamericanbookprize.org/