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Annual Writing Awards Rules

  • All articles and books considered for an award must have been published in the preceding year, unless otherwise noted.
  • There is no limit on the number of books and/or articles that may be nominated, but each item may be nominated in only one category.
  • Unless otherwise noted, entries may be self-nominated or nominated by someone else. (Most entries are self-nominated and receive full consideration.)
  • Articles can be submitted as either a PDF copy or the URL of the article and uploaded through the online submission process.
  • Books can be submitted as pdf or ebook through the online submission portal. Please note that for 2021 ASJA will not be able to accommodate physical book submissions due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The book category will be judged virtually.
  • Fees for ASJA members: First entry $25, second entry $20, third and fourth entry $15, each additional entry $10 each.
  • Fees for non-members: First entry $40, second entry $30, third and fourth entry $25, each additional entry $15 each.
  • Entries are judged by the ASJA Awards Committee. It is up to the judges to determine whether there is a winner in any particular category.
  • Winners will be notified prior to award presentation and promotion.
  • ASJA uses a third-party platform, Submittable, for the ASJA Awards. Any person wishing to participate in the ASJA Awards is subject to the terms and conditions of using Submittable’s site.
  • ASJA staff are not able to complete submissions on behalf of any user. If you are finding it difficult to submit your awards entry please contact Submittable support.
  • For the ASJA awards credit card payments are the only acceptable form of payment. Checks, electronic payments or other payment types will not be accepted.

Nomination Procedures for Other ASJA Awards


ASJA Founders Award for Career Achievement
ASJA Extraordinary Service Award
Robert C. Anderson Award
Conscience in Media Award
Open Book Award

To nominate someone for any of these awards, fill out the online form HERE. There is no fee charged. *Please note this form only pertains to the five awards listed above, and is not related to the ASJA Annual Awards Program.*

 

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