New Year, New Goals: How to Set Your Author Resolutions
A new year is like a blank page, full of possibilities waiting for your ideas, your stories, and your vision. For lifestyle authors, it is the perfect moment to reflect,…
The Lifestyle Author’s Guide to Succeeding in the Digital Age
The world of publishing is evolving faster than ever, and for lifestyle authors, that means more opportunities to grow and connect with readers. If your goal is to inspire personal…
5 Ways Lifestyle Authors Can Partner with Local Businesses
As a lifestyle author, connecting with your readers often goes beyond the pages of your book. One of the most effective ways to increase visibility, engage your audience, and boost book…
5 ways you can Leverage Your Living Now Award-winning status
Winning a Living Now Award is a milestone that deserves celebration. It validates your hard work, creativity, and the positive impact your book has on readers. But many authors stop…
2025 Medalists
Congratulations to all the 2025 medalists for their inspiring work! Purchase Merch Press Release BOOKS OF THE YEARMind | Body | SpiritGENERAL CATEGORIES: 1. Cookbook/Gift/Specialty | 2. Journal/Activity/Coloring Book | 3.…
22 Award-Winning Lifestyle Books Perfect for Vacation Reading
Vacations are all about recharging, and what better way to unwind than with a book that nourishes the mind, body, and spirit? The Living Now Book Awards celebrate titles that…
Author Feature: Leesa Renée Hall
Leesa Renée Hall follows a rigorous writing routine, but her subject matter has a softer approach. Her latest work, Inner Field Trip: 30 Days of Personal Exploration, Collective Liberation, and…
6 Tips for Writing Award-Winning Lifestyle Books
Writing a lifestyle book is a powerful way to share what you’ve learned, uplift others, and spark positive change. But if your goal is to create a book that stands…
4 Benefits of Creating a Book Club for Your Lifestyle Book
Lifestyle literature is more than a feel-good genre—it’s a catalyst for transformation. These are the books that inspire better habits, deeper purpose, and a more mindful way of living. And…
7 Innovative Writing Techniques for Lifestyle Authors
In a world where readers seek not just information but inspiration, lifestyle authors have the unique opportunity to shape lives through their words. Whether you’re writing about wellness, mindfulness, sustainability,…
Using Podcasts to Promote Your Lifestyle Book
Podcasts have become a powerful platform for thought leaders, influencers, and authors to share their messages and build engaged communities. As an author recognized by the Living Now Book Awards,…
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How to Collaborate With Other Authors and Book Influencers
Whether you're an author or influencer, working with others in your field can open doors you never knew existed. Not only does it expand your reach, but helps you tap…
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How to Balance Writing With a Full-Time Job
Balancing a full-time job with your passion for writing can feel like a juggling act. If you’re chasing deadlines at work while dreaming about finishing that novel in your spare…
The Joy of Discovering New Authors: What We Love About Running the Awards
There’s a unique joy in discovering a new author. At the Living Now Book Awards, we’re lucky enough to experience this joy every year as we dive into books dedicated…
How Book Awards Unlock New Doors for Authors
Ever wondered what happens to an author’s career after they win a book award? Is it just about adding a shiny medal to their cover, or does it go deeper…
How to Stay Motivated During the Writing Process
Writing a book is an incredible journey—one filled with bursts of inspiration, late-night writing sessions, and moments of self-doubt. But let’s be honest: staying motivated throughout the entire process can…
Meet the 2024 Living Now Medalists
Every year, the Living Now Book Awards shine a spotlight on some of the most inspiring books out there—books that help us live healthier, happier, and more fulfilling lives. Since…
2024 Medalists
We’re excited to announce the 2024 Living Now medalists! These outstanding books represent the best in lifestyle publishing, helping readers lead healthier, more fulfilling, and sustainable lives.From wellness and fitness…
2023 Medalists
We’re excited to announce the 2023 Living Now medalists! These outstanding books represent the best in lifestyle publishing, helping readers lead healthier, more fulfilling, and sustainable lives.From wellness and fitness…
2022 Medalists
We’re excited to announce the 2022 Living Now medalists! These outstanding books represent the best in lifestyle publishing, helping readers lead healthier, more fulfilling, and sustainable lives.From wellness and fitness…
2021 Medalists
We’re excited to announce the 2021 Living Now medalists! These outstanding books represent the best in lifestyle publishing, helping readers lead healthier, more fulfilling, and sustainable lives.From wellness and fitness…
2020 Medalists
We’re excited to announce the 2020 Living Now medalists! These outstanding books represent the best in lifestyle publishing, helping readers lead healthier, more fulfilling, and sustainable lives.From wellness and fitness…
2019 Medalists
We’re excited to announce the 2019 Living Now medalists! These outstanding books represent the best in lifestyle publishing, helping readers lead healthier, more fulfilling, and sustainable lives.From wellness and fitness…
2018 Medalists
We’re excited to announce the 2018 Living Now medalists! These outstanding books represent the best in lifestyle publishing, helping readers lead healthier, more fulfilling, and sustainable lives.From wellness and fitness…
2017 Medalists
Below are the Living Now Book Awards results for the 2024 Living Now Awards. Purchase Merch Get Featured BOOKS OF THE YEARMind | Body | SpiritGENERAL CATEGORIES: 1. Cookbooks - General…
2016 Medalists
We’re excited to announce the 2016 Living Now medalists! These outstanding books represent the best in lifestyle publishing, helping readers lead healthier, more fulfilling, and sustainable lives.From wellness and fitness…
2015 Medalists
We’re excited to announce the 2015 Living Now medalists! These outstanding books represent the best in lifestyle publishing, helping readers lead healthier, more fulfilling, and sustainable lives.From wellness and fitness…
2014 Medalists
We’re excited to announce the 2014 Living Now medalists! These outstanding books represent the best in lifestyle publishing, helping readers lead healthier, more fulfilling, and sustainable lives.From wellness and fitness…
2013 Medalists
We’re excited to announce the 2013 Living Now medalists! These outstanding books represent the best in lifestyle publishing, helping readers lead healthier, more fulfilling, and sustainable lives.From wellness and fitness…
2012 Medalists
Here are the gold, silver and bronze medalists in our fourth annual Living Now Book Awards, designed to honor the year's best books that help readers attain healthier, more fulfilling,…
2011 Medalists
Here are the gold, silver and bronze medalists in our third annual Living Now Book Awards, designed to honor the year's best books that help readers attain healthier, more fulfilling,…
2010 Medalists
Jenkins Group is proud to announce the results of this year's contest, recognizing "Books for Better Living." The Living Now Book Awards are intended to promote newly-published lifestyle books that…
2009 Medalists
Here are the final results and announcement of gold, silver and bronze medalists in our first annual Living Now Book Awards, designed to honor the year's best books that help…