2025 Best Self-Published Novel Contest

The Best Self-published Novel Contest opens on January 10 and goes through February 28, 2025.

James River Writers and Richmond magazine recognize the writing talents and entrepreneurial skills of indie authors by continuing The Best Self-published Novel Contest, which we started in 2014. One first-prize winner will receive $500 and a ticket to the 23rd Annual James River Writers Conference (valued at over $300). The winner is announced in the fall issue of Richmond magazine, at the conference in October, and through JRWs social media platforms and newsletters.

Let’s see what you’ve got!