UPPAA Opens Submissions for 2025 Notable Books List

The Upper Peninsula Publishers and Authors Association (UPPAA) is currently accepting submissions for its annual Upper Peninsula Notable Books List, which honors outstanding books that reflect the spirit, history, or people of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Eligible books published between November 2024 and November 2025 from all genres are welcome, with a submission deadline of November 15, 2025. Winners will be announced in January 2026, with selected authors invited to engage with readers throughout the year. Meanwhile, nonfiction books continue to perform strongly in 2025, with notable upcoming releases including Nicholas Boggs's 'Baldwin: A Love Story,' Edwidge Danticat's essay collection, and Zadie Smith's forthcoming essays covering diverse cultural and political themes. Readers can also explore a variety of popular titles on Amazon, spanning genres from self-help to memoirs, reflecting wide-ranging interests in storytelling and personal growth. These developments highlight a vibrant literary landscape, emphasizing regional recognition and the ongoing appeal of nonfiction narratives.