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Winners and Finalists Announced for BREW Readers Choice Award 2024-2025

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Australia, 7th Jan 2025,
 

The Chrysalis BREW Project has announced the winners and finalists of the 2024-2025 BREW Readers’ Choice Award. This award highlights books that have garnered the highest recognition from readers worldwide. Books that receive at least 4 out of 5 stars in their BREW reviews are automatically shortlisted for the monthly and annual titles. The accolades include a Book of the Year title, an Honourable Mention, Book of the Month accolades, a list of outstanding finalists, and a Publisher of the Year title.

The 2024-2025 Book of the Year is “Unheard” by Bhavini Bhargava, which received over 10,000 votes. The Honourable Mention was awarded to “My Lost Pages” by Sneha Sabu, securing more than 4,000 votes.

Esperanza Pretila, founder of The Chrysalis BREW Project, stated that “the awards underscore the importance of reader engagement in celebrating literary works that resonate globally.” She also expressed gratitude to all participants who supported their favourite books and authors.

This year’s awards reflect a broad spectrum of literary voices and themes, showcasing books that have captured the hearts of readers worldwide.

THE HONOUREES

Here are the complete lists of winners:

BREW Readers’ Choice Award Book of the Year: “Unheard” by Bhavini Bhargava

BREW Readers’ Choice Award Honourable Mention: “My Lost Pages” by Sneha Sabu

BREW Readers’ Choice Award 2024-2025 Finalists:

  1. “The Velvet Hammer” by Chief Justice Belvin Perry, Jr. and Amy Mitchell
  2. “Merely Mortal” by Michelle M. Pillow
  3. “Always Haunted: Hallowe en Poems” by LindaAnn LoSchiavo
  4. “The Butcher and the Bard” by J. E. Harter
  5. “Bunky and the Summer Wish” by Aleksandra Tryniecka
  6. “Saint Bloodbath” by Frederick Douglass Reynolds
  7. “Covered in Flour” by Charles Presti
  8. “Deception Bay” by N N Parker
  9. “Fiercely ME” by Stephanie Rowe
  10. “Grasslands” by Shekhar Khatri
  11. “Heir to the Ice Flame” by Rose Harvey
  12. “The Ghost in the Garden” by Alisse Lee Goldenberg
  13. “Werecats Emergent” by Mark J. Engels
  14. “No Going Back” by Susan Frances
  15. “The Spirituality in Science” by Benneth Iwuchukwu
  16. “Six Moons, Seven Gods” by Robert A. Walker
  17. “Harvest Cruise” by Rebecca Benison
  18. “Killing Shore” by K.A. Nelson
  19. “Building a Team: A Baseball Buddies Story” by Aaron Derr
  20. “My Unexpected Life: Finding Balance Beyond My Diagnosis” by Jennifer Gasner
  21. “Goyhood” by Reuven Fenton
  22. “Why in the World Are We Here?” by Clare-Rose Trevelyan
  23. “The Retirement Planning Roadmap” by Sweet Home Publishing
  24. “Of Friction” by S. J. Lee
  25. “Your Forgotten Sons” by Anne Montgomery
  26. “Glitches of Gods” by Jurgen “Jojo” Appelo
  27. “You Are There” by Felicity Wrangles
  28. “Until the Stars Align” by Carolyn Summer Quinn
  29. “The Street Between the Pines” by J.J. Alo
  30. “Bereft: A Story about Love, Loss, and Family” by M. A. Quigley
  31. “May I Come to Your Party?” by Grace A. Wolf
  32. “Belle And Chloe: Reflections In The Mirror” by Isabela Sardas, Ph.D.
  33. “A Different Lens” by Sheila Eve Arad
  34. “Things to Aim For” by Rodney Ross
  35. “I’m Beautiful Because I Am” by Azizi Tuere
  36. “The Treasure of Tundavala Gap” by Jeffrey K. Schmoll
  37. “Dreams and Metamorphoses” by Fabio Grandi
  38. “The Lilacs I Once Knew: Friddie’s Poems” by Roni Rosenthal
  39. “The Meaning of Okay” by Cortney Raymond
  40. “Journey of a Radiant Heart” by Niomi Nicci
  41. “Guilty of Stealing His Heart” by Nancy Lynn White
  42. “The Adventures of Angel” by Ross Alan Hahn
  43. “The Love Tank” by Andrea Mendoza-Vasconez
  44. “Circus Home: A Novel of Life, Love and New Jersey” by Jason Ollander-Krane
  45. “The Secret Life of Bears” by Joann Slead
  46. “Here There Be Monsters” by Josh Wright
  47. “My Place Among Them” by J. Stanion
  48. “Thomas the Terrible Tomcat Needs a Friend” by Zivile Cecilia Brubeck
  49. “The Soul Sistas Go To School!: (Too Cool for School?)” by Newton Vanriel
  50. “New American Monarch” by Marcel Fable Price
  51. “Rock, Crush and Roll” by Hunter Snow
  52. “A New Family for Tate” by Erika L. Turner, LCSW
  53. “The Only Anxiety Book for Teens You Will Ever Need” by Carla Picolli
  54. “Nature Ninja Saves the Natural World” by Tania Moloney
  55. “The First Unicorn” by Kathleen J. Shields
  56. “AI… Meets… AI” by Amber Ivey
  57. “The Bravest Soldiers” by Elaine Schroller
  58. “Praesidium” by McKinley Aspen
  59. “Cogitatio: Shadows in the Wind – Book Two” by McKinley Aspen
  60. “Facts Are Stubborn Things” by Richard A Danzig
  61. “Sentience Hazard” by Alexandru Czimbor
  62. “Emma’s Fury” by Linda Rainier
  63. “Believe Nothing, Know Nothing” by Jean-Claude Koven
  64. “Until September” by Harker Jones
  65. “Adventures of Fairies and Dragons” by Nancy Benson
  66. “Daughters of Green Mountain Gap” by Teri M. Brown
  67. “Fabric of Light” by Travis Sharp
  68. “Jar of Tears” by Kathleen Templeton
  69. “The Serpent’s Tongue (Nova 02)” by C. T. Emerson
  70. “Intrepid Spirit” by David Tunno
  71. “Taking Flight” by Jacques Sardas
  72. “Dreams and Illusions” by Rebecca Olmstead
  73. “Wayward Wings” by S. Slottje
  74. “Golden” by S.S. Turner
  75. “Punch Line” by Richard A. Danzig
  76. “Luck and Love in 1902” by Jody Gorran
  77. “Olympus Bound” by Zoë Routh
  78. “No Borders for Truth” by Martin J. Brown
  79. “Ain’t No Jazz in Kansas City” by Bruce Rodgers
  80. “The Sound of an Ordinary Life” by Alis Cerrahyan
  81. “Rogues of the Crosslands: Azoria’s Blade” by John Daze
  82. “Bad Love Medicine” by Kevin Schewe M.D.
  83. “The Bright Freight of Memory” by Greg Fields
  84. “Vermilion Harvest” by Reenita M. Hora
  85. “Ghost Train” by Natalie Anna Jacobsen
  86. “Navigating Life’s Challenges” by Luminescence Goh
  87. “The Ultimate Guide to Rapport” by Stig Ernsund
  88. “Nate’s Noisy Nose” by Frances Mackay
  89. “The Great Christmas Escape” by Janae Haddad
  90. “The Lonely Prisoner” by Michael J. Kundu
  91. “Black On Madison Avenue” by Mark S. Robinson
  92. “Me Power” by LaNysha T. Adams
  93. “The Stress Book: Forty-Plus Ways to Manage Stress & Enjoy Your Life” by D. Terrence Foster MD
  94. “The Matters of Friendship” by Rona D. Drinkard
  95. “Hatfield 1677” by Laura C. Rader
  96. “Lasting Transformation: A Guide to Navigating Life’s Journey” by Abby Rosen PhD
  97. “Run for My Life” by Joseph P. Odonnell
  98. “Muddy the Water” by Jessica Barrows Beebe and Matt Barrows
  99. “Delaware Before the Railroads: A Diamond Among the States” by Dave Tabler
  100. “Fever of Unknown Origin” by Judith Ford
  101. “Soul Threads” by Camilla Fellas Arnold

 BREW Readers’ Choice Award Book of the Month Winners

  1. December 2024 – No winner
  2. November 2024 – “Building A Team: A Baseball Buddies Story” by Aaron Derr
  3. October 2024 – “Harvest Cruise” by Rebecca Benison
  4. September 2024 – “Unheard” by Bhavini Bhargava
  5. August 2024 – “Saint Bloodbath” by Frederick Douglass Reynolds
  6. July 2024 – “My Lost Pages” by Sneha Sabu
  7. June 2024 – “Six Moons, Seven Gods” by Robert A. Walker
  8. May 2024 – “The Spirituality in Science” by Benneth Iwuchukwu
  9. April 2024 – “No Going Back” by Susan Frances
  10. March 2024 – “The Ghost in the Garden” by Alisse Lee Goldenberg
  11. February 2024 – “Werecats Emergent” by Mark J. Engels
  12. January 2024 – no winner

Selection for the BREW Readers’ Choice Award 2024-2025 Publisher of the Year title is still ongoing. The free-for-all global public voting officially opens on 31 January 2025. Early voting access options and real-time tracking of results are also available from 9 January 2025. More details can be accessed through the following link: https://thechrysalisbrewproject.com/2025/01/09/🎉-public-voting-for-the-brew-readers-choice-award-2024-2025-publisher-of-the-year-opens-soon-🎉/. 

For more information about the announcement and BREW Readers’ Choice Award, visit The Chrysalis BREW Project.

ABOUT THE BREW READERS’ CHOICE AWARD

Unlike the other BREW Book Awards that involve judges’ assessments, the BREW Readers’ Choice Award is a reader-driven literary accolade that celebrates exceptional books chosen by public vote. Monthly winners automatically qualify for the annual awards. The initiative highlights the connection between readers and the books they love, fostering a global community united by a shared appreciation for literature.

Nominations are now open for the 2025 round of the award. To nominate or for more information on the award, please visit https://thechrysalisbrewproject.com/the-brew-awards/.

ABOUT THE CHRYSALIS BREW PROJECT

The Chrysalis BREW Project is dedicated to recognising and promoting excellence in literature. Through its diverse awards, the project aims to empower authors, celebrate literary achievements, and connect readers worldwide with meaningful stories.

 

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Locksmith Solutions Introduces Next-Generation Security Upgrades for Homes and Businesses

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New Smart Access Controls and High-Security Systems Now Available for Las Vegas Residents and Businesses.

Las Vegas, NV, 23rd June 2025, ZEX PR WIRELocksmith Solutions, a trusted leader in comprehensive locksmith services, proudly announces the launch of its next-generation security upgrade packages, designed to provide advanced protection for both residential and commercial properties. This initiative reinforces the company’s commitment to prioritizing the safety and satisfaction of its customers with modern, customized solutions tailored to today’s security demands.

As threats to property security continue to evolve, Locksmith Solutions has responded by integrating state-of-the-art technology with their trusted locksmith expertise. The new security upgrade options include high-security lock systems, smart access controls, and real-time monitoring solutions for homes and businesses seeking enhanced protection and peace of mind.

The security upgrade packages feature cutting-edge products such as keyless entry systems, biometric access controls, and reinforced hardware options, all installed by Locksmith Solutions’ certified technicians. Additionally, customers can benefit from on-site consultations to assess their current security setups and receive expert recommendations tailored to their specific needs.

For business owners, the new commercial security packages include multi-access management systems and advanced surveillance integration, providing comprehensive protection for offices, retail spaces, and industrial properties. Residential clients can now enjoy modern conveniences like smartphone-controlled locks and remote access monitoring, ensuring their homes remain safe and accessible only to authorized individuals.

“At Locksmith Solutions, we understand that security isn’t one-size-fits-all,” said a representative of Locksmith Solutions. “Every home and business has unique needs, and our enhanced services reflect that. We’re excited to offer our clients the very latest in security technology, combined with the personal, attentive service we’ve built our reputation on.”

This announcement marks a significant milestone for Locksmith Solutions as the company continues to expand its service offerings in response to the growing demand for integrated and adaptable security systems. As always, the company remains available for 24/7 emergency services, routine maintenance, and tailored security consultations.

or more information on Locksmith Solutions’ next-generation security upgrades, or to schedule a security assessment, visit their website or call 702-601-4678.

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Announcing the 2024 Humane HR Awards Winners

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Celebrating the people behind more human-centred workplaces.

Australia, 23rd Jun 2025, – HR for Humans at Work has announced the recipients of the 2024 Humane HR Awards, recognising professionals who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to fostering fair, compassionate, and empowering work environments. These leaders and practitioners stand out for championing people-first policies, inclusive leadership, and ethical HR practices along with other primordial business or organisational objectives. 

These awards honour those who have driven meaningful change in their respective capacities—strengthening cultures, empowering teams, and driving measurable impact across industries through their people-centric initiatives.

This year’s award categories include:

  • Workplace Compassion in Action Award
  • Workplace Safety Culture Award
  • Workplace Rewards Award
  • Work-Life Harmony Award
  • Integrity in Workplace Compliance Award
  • Workplace Empowerment Through Growth Award
  • Workplace Inclusion Award
  • Workplace Wellness Award
  • Employee Engagement Award
  • Employee Growth & Retention Award
  • Employee Voice to Action Award
  • Joyful Leadership Award
  • Culture of Compassion Award

 

Each honouree has demonstrated how intentional listening and people-first strategies create better outcomes for employees and organisations alike.

For more details about this announcement, click here.

About the Humane HR Awards

The Humane HR Awards, presented by HR for Humans at Work, were launched in 2024 to shine a spotlight on individuals, teams, and organisations championing human‑centred HR practices alongside other organisational goals. These awards honour excellence in empathy, safety, inclusion, growth, integrity, and overall employee wellbeing. Rooted in a mission to “humanise HR”, the accolades recognise those reshaping workplace culture to foster environments where people feel valued, supported and empowered. 

For the full lineup of awardees and stories behind these awards, visit: https://hrforhumansatwork.com/humane-hr-awards/

 

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Stay Safe with Ruby and Reuben by Sneha Sabu named Book of Excellence Award Winner

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Stay Safe with Ruby and Reuben by Sneha Sabu named Book of Excellence Award Winner

Australia, 23rd Jun 2025,
 

Stay Safe with Ruby and Reuben by Sneha Sabu has received the Book of Excellence Award from The World’s Best Book Awards 2025. The award honours books that demonstrate exceptional quality, originality and impact in their category.

Categorised under Children’s Fiction – Safety, the title addresses essential topics such as recognising good and bad touch, responding to inappropriate contact, and applying safety habits in daily situations. Through its characters, Ruby and Reuben, the book introduces safety strategies children can use in real-life settings, including recalling emergency contacts, using safety words with adults, and avoiding unsafe environments.

A reviewer noted the book’s clarity and usefulness stating that “It explains the concepts of good touch and bad touch in a very simple way that even children can understand.” According to the awards panel, “The Book of Excellence title is a year‑round recognition awarded to books that demonstrate exceptional quality, originality, and impact.” The award recognises the book’s ability to address sensitive topics in a constructive and accessible manner.

About the Author

Sneha Sabu is a Sydney‑based strategist, author and child safety advocate. Her work focuses on providing children with practical tools to understand and respond to personal safety concerns. Stay Safe with Ruby and Reuben was developed as part of her broader mission to empower children and caregivers through accessible and evidence-based resources.

Her work has been recognised with several awards, including the Independent Publisher Book Awards Bronze (Children’s Interactive), the Purple Dragonfly Honorable Mention (Global and Social Issues), the International Impact Book Award, and the BREW Readers’ Choice Award Book of the Year.

In addition to her writing, Sabu has worked across the government, corporate and non‑profit sectors in the Asia‑Pacific region. She holds a Master’s degree in Communication and has authored more than 25 short stories and poems.

Proceeds from her book support child protection charities. More information about the author and her work can be found on her official website.

About The World’s Best Book Awards

The World’s Best Book Awards is an independent recognition program honouring books that show quality in craft, originality in concept, and meaningful contribution to readers. The Book of Excellence Award is given to titles selected by a panel of readers, educators and professionals based on objective evaluation.

To nominate a book or for more details about the awards, visit The World’s Best Magazine website

 

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