The Anisfield-Wolf Book Awards, presented by the Cleveland Foundation, is a prestigious literary recognition that celebrates outstanding works contributing to our understanding of racism and cultural diversity. Established in 1935 by Cleveland poet and philanthropist Edith Anisfield Wolf, the awards honor books published in the previous year in the genres of fiction, poetry, and nonfiction. With a focus on social justice, the Anisfield-Wolf Book Awards remain the only American book prize dedicated to addressing racism and promoting diversity.
Recognizing the power of literature to challenge and inspire, the Anisfield-Wolf Book Awards highlight works that shed light on important social issues. Winners of the awards, which include a prize of $10,000, are announced in the spring and receive their accolades at a ceremony in Cleveland in the fall. The awards encourage publishers to promote their winning authors and mention the Anisfield-Wolf prize in new editions, general publicity, and social media, further amplifying the impact of these thought-provoking literary works.
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