Judging Process -
FENIX Innovation Book Awards
Our Judges
The FENIX Innovation Book Awards judging panel is made up of:
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Literary agents and editors
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Librarians and bookstore professionals
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Award-winning authors
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Media & creative industry leaders
We’ve selected judges based on experience, ethics, and their passion for powerful storytelling.
Evaluation Timeline
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September 2025 – Preliminary Judging Round
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October 2025 – Finalist Selection & Final Round Judging
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November 2025 – Winners Announced at the FENIX Awards Ceremony
Judging Criteria
Each submission is scored based on the following (weighted by category):
Fiction
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Originality and concept
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Writing style and readability
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Character development
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Plot and pacing
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Emotional or thematic impact
Non-Fiction
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Clarity and organization
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Author voice and engagement
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Depth and credibility of content
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Relevance to target audience
Cover Design
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Visual appeal
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Typography and layout
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Genre alignment and marketability
Audiobook
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Narration quality and expression
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Production value
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Suitability to the book’s tone and genre
How We Keep It Fair
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Every book is read and reviewed by at least 2–3 judges.
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Judges do not evaluate books they were involved with.
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All submissions are kept confidential.
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Finalists are chosen based on top scores, and winners are selected after group deliberation.
We don’t believe in popularity contests — only quality.