Past Awards
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| 2003 Awards | 2002 Awards | 2001 Awards | 2000 Awards | 1999 Awards |
| 1998 Awards | 1997 Awards | 1996 Awards | 1995 Awards | 1994 Awards |
2009 Awards
The following awards were announced at the NCPA Awards Banquet held on April 24, 2010.
Non-Fiction:
Gold The Network Migration Workbook, by by Karl W. Palachuk and Manual L. Palachuk (Great Little Book Publishing Co, Inc.)
Silver Successfully Start/Buy/Sell Your Business/Franchise (four book set), by Andrew Rogerson (Great Little Book Publishing Co, Inc.)
Bronze Body Intelligence, by John Mayfield, D.C. (Nubalance Publishing Company)
Fiction:
Gold Through Phantom Eyes by Theodora Bruns (iUniverse)
Silver Emma Snow by Joaquin Peralta (Balona Books)
Bronze Heart of a Pirate by Pamela Johnson (Stone Harbour Press)
Children’s:
Gold Bumper Hippos by Linda Marchus (Wee Read Publishing)
Silver Buster & Joe by Linda Marchus (Wee Read Publishing)
Bronze Dandy Dooley by Linda Marchus (Wee Read Publishing)
Best New Voice: Couldn’t Happen to Me: A Life Changed by Paralysis and Traumatic Brain Injury by Jill C. Mason (BookSurge)
Best Layout/Design: Successfully Start/Buy/Sell Your Business/Franchise by Andrew Rogerson (Great Little Book Publishing Co, Inc.)
Best Illustration: Bumper Hippos by Linda Marchus (Wee Read Publishing)
Best Young Adult Fiction: Desperado Moon by Sheila M. Keller (Shalako Press)
Best Autobiography/Memoir: Couldn’t Happen to Me: A Life Changed by Paralysis and Traumatic Brain Injury by Jill C. Mason (BookSurge)
Best Photography: B is for Bufflehead by Steve Hutchcraft (Photo Hutch Publishing Co.)
2008 Awards
Northern California Publishers & Authors Books Published in 2008
The following awards were announced at the April 24, 2009, NCPA awards dinner.
- Gold Award
- Deer in My Garden, Vol. 2 Groundcovers, by Carolyn Singer (Garden Wisdom Press)
- Silver Award
- Feather River Country Adventure Trails by Tom DeMund (Know DeFeet Publishing Company)
- Bronze Award
- Liberty’s Quest by Liberty Kovacs (Robert Reed Publishing)
- Best General Nonfiction
- Deer in My Garden, Vol. 2 Groundcovers by Carolyn Singer (Garden Wisdom Press)
- Best First Book
- The Take-Us by John Raymond Takacs (Age Publishing Company)
- Best Nonfiction How-To Book
- 30 Things You Should Know About Media Relations by Tim Herrera (Create Space)
- Best Reference/Directory
- Feather River Country Adventure Trails by Tom DeMund (Know DeFeet Publishing Company)
- Best Self-Help
- The Wealth Manifesto by Mark Rafter (New Knowledge Press)
- Best Young Adult
- Andi the Bee by Phil Silver (PBJ Books)
- Best Illustrated Children’s Book
- Bigfoot and Joshua by Bob and Peggy Bishop (John Hinde USA)
- Best Spiritual Book
- Children of Immortal Bliss by Paul Hourihan, edited by Anna Hourihan (Vedantic Shores Press)
- Best Media/Marketing
- The Take-Us, by John Raymond Takacs (Age Publishing Company)
- Best Exterior Soft Cover Design
- Andi the Bee, written by Phil Silver and illustrated by Barbara Lyon (PBJ Books)
- Best Exterior Hard Cover Design
- Liberty’s Quest, written by Liberty Kovacs and illustrated by Cleone Lyvonne (Robert Reed Publishing)
- Best Interior Photo/Photo Layout
- Feather River Country Adventure Trails, by Tom DeMund (Know DeFeet Publishing Company)
- Best Interior Text/Images/Graphics
- Deer in My Garden, Vol. 2, Groundcovers, by Carolyn Singer (Garden Wisdom Press)
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2007 Awards
Northern California Publishers & Authors Books Published in 2007
Award results were announced at the banquet held April 25, 2008, at Luau Garden in Sacramento.
- Gold Award, Best First Book
- Dandelion Through the Crack, By Kiyo Sato, Willow Valley Press
- Silver Award, Best Nature Photography Book, Best Interior Photos/Photo Layout, Best Exterior Hard Cover
- Yuba Seasons by David McKay, Mountain Images Press
- Bronze Award, Best Illustrated Children’s Book
- Wordsworth Dances the Waltz by Frances H. Kakugawa, Watermark Publishing
- Best General Fiction Book, Best Media Package
- The Afterlife of Charlotte Browning by Christine B., Lighthouse Productions
- Best General Nonfiction
- When We Were Colored: A Mother’s Story by Eva Rutland, IWP Book Publishers
- Best Exterior Hard Cover – Children’s Book, Honorable Mention – Best Illustrated Children’s Book
- Delta & Dawn: Mother and Baby Whales’ Journey by Stefanie Cruz, Big Tomato Press
- Best Nonfiction How-To Book, Best Interior Text Layout
- Stay Healthy, Live Longer, Spend Wisely by Davis Liu, M.D., Stetho Publishing
- Best Sports Reference Book, Best Interior Text & Images/Graphics
- Gold on the Diamond: Sacramento’s Great Baseball Players 1886-1976 by Alan O’Connor, Big Tomato Press
- Best Poetry Book, Best Exterior Soft Cover
- The Petrified Heart by Charles E. Patterson, Corps Productions
- Best Juvenile/Young Adult – Fiction
- Serving Humanity: Exercises in Tasteful Philanthropy by Jonathan Pearce, BalonaBooks
- Best Juvenile/Young Adult – Nonfiction
- From Slave to Superstar of the Wild West by Tom DeMund, Legends of the West Publishing Company
- Best Educational Children’s Book
- What Time Is It? by Virginia “Honey” Carter, AuthorHouse
- Best Reference Directory
- Sacramento Street Whys: The Whys Guy’s Guide to Sacramento Street Names by Carlos Alcalá, Big Tomato Press
- Best Alternative Media Book
- The Super-Good Project Planner for Technical Consultants by Karl Palachuk, Great Little Book Publishing Company
- Best Spiritual/Self-Help Book
- Relax Focus Succeed by Karl Palachuk, Great Little Book Publishing Company
- Honorable Mention – Best Fiction, Honorable Mention – Best Media Package
- Through Phantom Eyes, Vol. 1 — A Child’s Guidance by Theodora Bruns, iUniverse
- Honorable Mention – Best Fiction
- Virgin Trail by Var’Tus, published by Bill Zaccone
- Honorable Mention – Best Illustrated Children’s Book
- Play Hopscotch on Saturn’s Rings by Nancy Hayden Curry, Corps Productions
- Honorable Mention – Best Reference Book
- It’s In the Bag: Your Custom Business and Travel Wardrobe by Barbara DesChamps, Château Publishing
- Honorable Mention – Best Inspirational Book
- Stems of Life Picked from the Garden of Survival by Virginia E. Hansen, Llumina Press
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2006 Awards
Northern California Publishers & Authors Books Published in 2006
The NCPA Awards 2007 banquet was held April 27, 2007, at Coco’s Bakery Restaurant in Citrus Heights.
- GOLD, Best Interior/Text, Images and Graphics, Best Exterior/Hardcover
- Hubie and the Fire Service by William C. Teie, Deer Valley Press
- SILVER, Best First Book, Best Exterior/Softcover
- Deer in My Garden, Vol. 1, by Carolyn Singer, Garden Wisdom Press
- BRONZE, Best Interior/Photos/Photo Layout
- Carmichael: Americana on the Move by Susan Maxwell Skinner, Betty Milner Productions
- Best Nonfiction/General
- The Donner Party: Weathering the Storm by Mark McLaughlin, Mic Mac Publishing
- Best Nonfiction/Political Commentary
- Bushopedia by Bill Potts, Potts Publishing
- Best Nonfiction/Business/Technical
- Service Agreements for SMB Consultants by Karl Palachuk, Great Little Book Publishing Co. Inc.
- Best Juvenile Fiction
- GreeHee: The Journey of Five by Michele Avanti, GreeHee Publishing
- Best Children’s Book
- Buz Words: Discovering Words in Pairs by Maria Felicia Kelley, April Arts Press & Productions
- Best Media Package
- The Huna Warrior: The Magic Begins by Jennifer Martin, Prairie Angel Press
- Special Award for Innovation
- The High Rider y Otros Cuentos by Hector R. Barrera, Gold Seal Publisher
- Honorable Mention/Essays
- Chatter to Flatter Your Platter by Moj Dehghan, iUniverse
- Honorable Mention/Humorous Essays
- Dad, You Are NOT Going Out Wearing That! by Tim Herrera, iUniverse
- Honorable Mention/General Ficton
- Beloved Vagabond by Lew Osteen, Osteen-Zalar Publishing
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2005 Awards
Northern California Publishers & Authors Books Published in 2005
The Awards Gala was held April 28, 2006, at the Oriental Buffet in Citrus Heights.
- GOLD, Best Juvenile/Young Adult, Best Exterior Hardcover
- The Balloon Boy of San Francisco by Dorothy Kupcha Leland, Tomato Enterprises
- SILVER, Best General Fiction, Best Interior Text Layout, Best Exterior Softcover
- Murder on the Middle Fork by Don Ian Smith and Naida West, Bridge House Books
- BRONZE, Best Nonfiction How-To, Best Interior Text Images and Graphics
- Firefighter’s Handbook on Wildland Firefighting, 3rd edition, by William C. Teie, Deer Valley Press
- Best General Nonfiction, Best First Book
- Don’t Get Thin Get Healthy by Loraine Holden, Golden Green Press
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2004 Awards
Northern California Publishers & Authors Books Published in 2004
The Awards Gala was held April 9, 2005, at the Holiday Inn Capitol Plaza, Sacramento.
- GOLD, Best First Book, Best Nonfiction/How-To
- Keepers of the Children: Native American Wisdom and Parenting by Laura M. Ramirez, Walk in Peace Productions
- SILVER, Best Illustrated Children’s, Best Interior Text Layout, Best Interior Text & Images/Graphics Layout, Best Exterior/Hardcover
- Shy Sherman by Linda Marchus, Wee Read Publishing
- BRONZE, Best General Nonfiction, Best Spiritual/Self-Help
- Mysticism in American Literature: Thoreau’s Quest and Whitman’s Self by Paul Hourihan, Vedantic Shores Press
- Best General Fiction, Best Juvenile/Young Adult Fiction, Best Media/Marketing Package
- One Nation Under God by Vincent M. Wales, DGC Press
- Best Poetry
- Traveler Maps: Poems by Ko Un by Ko Un, Tamal Vista Publications
- Best Exterior/Softcover
- Coffee and Ink: How a Writers Group Can Nourish Your Creativity edited by Anne Da Vigo, Quill Driver Press
Thank You to Our Sponsors
- Thompson-Shore, Inc.
- Adams-Blake Company, Inc.
- Binding Plus
- Neil Wilkinson, Delta Printing Solutions
- Ellen Reid, The Book Shepard
- Mendocino Graphics / Cypress House Press
- Small Publishers Association of North America (SPAN)
Special thanks to:
- Gary Chew for emceeing and presenting
2003 Awards
Sacramento Publishers & Authors Books Published in 2003
The Awards Gala was held April 17, 2004, at the Embassy Suites Hotel, Sacramento.
- GOLD, Best Historical Fiction
- The Others at Monticello by Esther Franklin, Xlibris
- SILVER, Best Children Illustrated, Best Cover/Child, Best Illustrated (Interior)/Child, Best Web Site
- The Gorilla Who Wanted to Dance by Linda Marchus, Wee Read Publishing
- BRONZE, Best Nonfiction/History
- California’s Arab Americans by Janice Marschner, Coleman Ranch Press
- Best Nonfiction/History, Best Text and Layout
- The History of the Paso Robles Inn: More Than a Century of Pride by Ann Martin Bowler, Oak Lake Press
- Best Nonfiction/General, Best Self-Help
- Your Life in Print by Pat Cuellar, LifePrints Publishing
- Best First Book, Best Bookmark, Best Postcard
- We’ll Give Him a Hearty Welcome, Then . . . by Elizabeth A. Martin, 1st Books Library
- Best Fiction/Drama
- Fool Me Once by Bill Pieper, Pacific Slope Press
- Best Fantasy
- Ten Dragon Tails by Candy Taylor Tutt, Libris Draconis Press
- Best Action Novel
- Gold Raid by Ed Mitchell, California Coast Publishing
- Best Romantic Novel
- A Yellow Cotton Dress by H. L. Osteen, Osteen Zalar Publishing
- Best Health & Fitness
- Weight Lost Forever by Henry K. Chang, M.D., Long Bow Publishing
- Best Spiritual
- The Death of Thomas Merton by Paul Hourihan, Vedantic Shores Press
- Best Christian
- Recipes for a Happier Marriage by Marlys J. Norris and Joe Baginski, MSW, Pleasant Word Publishing
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2002 Awards
Sacramento Publishers & Authors Books Published in 2002
The Awards Gala was held April 5, 2003, at the Embassy Suites Hotel, Sacramento.
- GOLD, Best Cover, Best Text and Layout, Best Reference/Resource Directory, Best Travel
- BackCountry Adventures: Northern California by Peter Massey and Jeanne Wilson, Swagman Publishing, Inc.
- SILVER, Best Nonfiction: History
- Western Train Adventures: The Good, the Bad & the Ugly by Mark McLaughlin, Mic Mac Publishing
- BRONZE, Best Fiction/Drama
- Roots of the Blackthorn Tree by Basil S. Douros, Five and Dot Corporation
- Best First Book, Best Children’s Illustrated, Best Illustrator (Interior)/Child
- Hoot’n Annie by Linda Marchus, Wee Read Publishing
- Best Illustrator (Cover)/Adult, Best Mystery, Best Brochure, Best Postcard
- Spice: An Island Intrigue by Dan O’Connor, Waterton Press
- Best Western
- The Joshua Trail by Early Santee, Osteen Zalar Publishing Co.
- Best Poetry/Creative
- Uninhibited & Still Holding Back by Sandy Martin, Sweet-Rock Publications & Enterprises
- Best Spiritual
- Ramakrishna and Christ by Paul Hourihan, Vedantic Shores Press
- Best Other Materials/CD
- Happy Thoughts by Holly Scarabosio, Dandelion Productions
Thank You to Our Sponsors
- Don DeHart, DeHart’s Printing Services Corporation
- Alan Canton, Adams-Blake
- Tamara Dever, TLC Graphics
- Neil Wilkinson, Arvato Services Bertelsmann
- Dan O’Connor, Waterton Press
- Office Depot
- Safeway
Special Thanks to:
- Jeff Bell, KFBK Radio, for emceeing and presenting
- John Kremer for presenting
- Devin Kelly for presenting
- Andrea Patterson, Awards Chair, for organizing and publicizing the event
- Terry Prince, Chief Judge, for managing the juried book awards
- Aysha Sheppard for custom certificates
- Sandy Martin for her poetry reading
- Show Biz Kids for entertainment
- Lana Wong for entertainment
2001 Awards
Sacramento Publishers & Authors Books Published in 2001
- GOLD, Best Biography
- Symon’s Daughter: A Memoir of Elizabeth Symon Smith by Don Ian Smith, Bridge House Books
- SILVER, Best Cover, Best Poetry/Creative Book
- From Hell to Jackson Hole: A Poetic History of the American West by Michael L. Johnson, Bridge House Books
- BRONZE, Best Text and Layout, Best Textbook
- Turning the Corner: Energy Solutions for the 21st Century by Dohn Riley and Mark McLaughlin, Alternative Energy Institute, Inc.
- Best Children’s Illustrated, Best Illustrated Interior, Best Bookmark, Best Trade Catalog
- If the World Were Blind: A Book About Judgment and Prejudice by Karen Gedig Burnett, GR Publishing
- Best Fiction/Drama/Juvenile, Best Juvenile, Best Science Fiction
- Through the Wormhole by Robert J. Favole, Flywheel Publishing
- Best Nonfiction/General, Best Self-Help, Best Spiritual
- Magical Living: Essays for the New Age by Bob Makransky, Dear Brutus Press
- Best Business Book, Best Computer Book
- Network Consulting in the Real World by David V. Grainger, CNE; JT Grainger Co.
- Best Fantasy, Best Fiction/Drama (Adult)
- Wish You Were Here by Vincent M. Wales, 1st Books Library
- Best First Book
- Trolling on the Edge: The Story of a Noyo Fisherman by Jeanne Duncan, Trafford Publishing Company
- Best Autobiography
- From Communism to Capitalism by Gordon S. Riess, Four Continents Press
Special Thanks to:
- Jeff Bell
- Sheryl Counter
- Devin Kelly
- Sandy Martin-Dodds
- Dan Poynter
- Lana Wong
2000 Awards
Sacramento Publishers Association Books Published in 2000
- GOLD, Best Text and Layout, Best Nonfiction/History, Best Reference/Resource Directory, Best First Book
- California 1850: A Snapshot in Time by Janice Marschner, Coleman Ranch Press
- SILVER, Best Illustrator (Cover)/Adult, Best Fiction/Drama
- Eye of the Bear: A History Novel of Early California by Naida West, Bridge House Books
- BRONZE, Best Illustrator (Interior)/Adult, Best Travel Book
- Earth-Friendly Inns and Environmental Travel Northeast: A Green Guide to the Northeastern United States by Dennis Dahlin, WPM, Inc.
- Best Illustrator (Cover)/Child, Best Illustrator (Interior)/Child, Best Cover/Child, Best Children’s Illustrated, Best Bookmark
- Katie’s Rose: A Tale of Two Late Bloomers by Karen Gedig Burnett, GR Publishing
- Best Cover/Adult, Best Postcard
- Tending Your Money Garden, 2nd Ed. by Bob Dreizler, Rossonya Books
- Best Nonfiction/General
- The Hanging of Arthur Hodge: A Caribbean Anti-Slavery Milestone by John Andrew, Xlibris
- Best Textbook
- What’s The Rule? A Simple Guide to Perfect Punctuation, Great Grammar, and Superb Sentences and Style by Kathleen Sole, Real World Publications
Special Thanks to:
- Aysha Sheppard for certificates and Chris O’Connor for programs
- Jan Nathan, PMA, for presenting awards and Gary Chew, KXPR, for serving as MC
- Sandy Martin-Dodds for her poetic dramatization
- George Raley and Wendell Fishman for the jazz combo
1999 Awards
Sacramento Publishers Association Books Published in 1999
- GOLD, Best Illustrator (Cover)/Adult, Best Illustrator (Interior)/Adult, Best Text and Layout, Best Fiction/Drama, Best Cover, Best First Book
- Carved in Stone: The Greek Heritage by Basil Douros, Five and Dot Corporation
- SILVER, Best Nonfiction (General), Best Self-Help, Best Bookmark, Best Postcard
- The Two Headed Dragon: Exploring the Gifts of AIDS by Sean Hoag, LCSW, Ravenwood Publishing
- BRONZE (shared honor)
- Simon’s Hook: A Story About Teases and Put-downs by Karen Gedig Burnett, GR Publishing
- Pay Out and Pay Back by Barbara Scott, Zenar Books
- Best Illustrator (Cover)/Child, Best Illustrator (Interior)/Child, Best Children’s Illustrated, Best Humor
- Simon’s Hook: A Story About Teases and Put-downs by Karen Gedig Burnett, GR Publishing
- Best Mystery
- Pay Out and Pay Back by Barbara Scott, Zenar Books
- Best CD, Best Trade Poster, Best Poetry/Creative
- Aromatic Blend: The Book of Coffee Poems by Don Anawalt, Abongold Books
- Best First Endeavor (Other), Best Poster
- Stretching the Drum by Sanaga Sardis/Art Roost Publishing
- Best Audio
- The Crystal Palace: A Tale from the Gold Country by Paula Bonnier Anawalt, Abongold Books
- Best Spiritual
- Remember the 10 Commandments Easy as 1,2,3 by Stephen E. Burrows, Evans Books
Special Thanks to:
- Aysha Sheppard for designing and framing the plaques
- Dale Schornack, KXTV, and Gary Chew, KXPR, for announcing
- Darlene Smith for her Prairie Rose dramatization
- Don Anawalt for his poetry reading
1998 Awards
Sacramento Publishers Association Books Published in 1998
- GOLD, Best First Book
- Tending Your Money Garden by Robert Dreizler, Rossonya Books
- SILVER, Best Cover
- A First-Year Teacher’s Guidebook by Bonnie Williamson, Dynamic Teaching Company
- BRONZE
- The Red Bluff Navy by Arla Gridley Farmer, Ravenwood Publishers
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1997 Awards
Sacramento Publishers Association Books Published in 1997
- GOLD, Best First Book
- Getting Thru to Kids: Problem Solving With Children Ages 6 to 18 by Phillip Mountrose, Holistic Communications
- SILVER
- Gold Country by Deirdre Wolownick Honnold, Wordwrights International
- BRONZE
- Building Your Financial Portfolio on $25 A Month (Or Less) by E. S. Christensen & B. R. Christensen, Effective Living Publishing
- Best Cover
- A Traveler’s Guide to Caribbean History by Don & Dene Dachner, Traveler’s Press, Inc.
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1996 Awards
Sacramento Publishers Association Books Published in 1996
- GOLD
- River of Red Gold by Naida West, Bridge House Books
- SILVER, Best Cover, Best First Book
- Grandmother’s Bell and the Wagon Train 1849 by Joan Barsotti, Barsotti Books
- BRONZE
- English With Ease by Dierdre Wolownick Honnold, Wordwrights International
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1995 Awards
Sacramento Publishers Association Books Published in 1995
- GOLD, Best Cover
- The Silver Pen by Alan Canton, Adams-Blake Publishing
- SILVER
- Where to Have Affairs by Carol Cullen Nelson, Riba Communications
- BRONZE, Best First Book
- San Jose With Kids by Deirdre Wolownick Honnold, Wordwrights International
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1994 Awards
Sacramento Publishers Association Books Published in 1994
- GOLD, Best First Book
- How to Guarantee Your Child’s Success . . . and Your Own, Too! by Richard W. Dehaven, Mayaland Press
- SILVER
- Milemarking I-80: San Francisco to New York by Mary Lou Kost, Mile Publications
- BRONZE
- Sacramento With Kids: A Family Guide to the Greater Sacramento Region by Dierdre Wolownick Honnold, Wordwrights International
- Best Cover
- Encyclopedia of Sauces for Your Pasta by Charles A. Bellissino, Marcus Kimberly Publishing
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