Connecticut Center for the Book at Connecticut Humanities is accepting submissions for the 2019 Connecticut Book Awards starting January 2, 2019. These awards recognize the best books of 2018 by authors and illustrators who reside in Connecticut. Categories include: Fiction, Non-Fiction, Poetry, and Young Readers. Entry fee starts at $40 for a 2,000 copy or less print run. Award winners will receive exposure in Connecticut media outlets and personal appearances in Connecticut locations. For guidelines and more information submit, please visit https://ctcenterforthebook.org.