Her Empty Chair Wins IAN Book of the Year 2025

Announced winner of the ‘First Novel’ category at international awards by Independent Author Network

Her Empty Chair has been named by the Independent Author Network as one of the books of the year, awarded winner in the ‘First Novel (40,000-70,000 words)’ category.

A prestigious international contest, the IAN Book of the Year Awards celebrates the creativity, talent, and hard work of independent and small-press authors across a wide range of genres.

Designed to highlight exceptional writing outside the traditional publishing sphere, the awards provide a platform for emerging and established indie authors to gain recognition, credibility, and visibility within the global literary community. Each year, judges evaluate submissions based on originality, storytelling, craft, and overall impact, selecting standout works that exemplify excellence in independent publishing.

To find out more IAN Book of the Year awards, please visit https://www.independentauthornetwork.com/book-of-the-year.html