“Mother and Sons” by Laurel Richards was nominated for the 2023 Eric Hoffer Book Award
Every year, everyone has been waiting for the great news. And now, the results for the Eric Hoffer Book Award have been released.
Laurel Richards’ “Mother and Sons,” published by Author Reputation Press, participated in the 2023 Eric Hoffer Book Award. This masterpiece is a book that recounts people’s faith, hope, and love that know no bounds. A work that reminds readers that there is a story of realizations and experiences amid divided national conversations about immigration.
The Eric Hoffer Book Award commemorates the memory of the famous American philosopher Eric Hoffer by honoring outstanding writing and the independent spirit of small publishers. Since its foundation, Hoffer has grown to become one of the most prestigious worldwide book awards for small, academic, and independent presses.
The Eric Hoffer Book Award committee has completed its judging process for another year. Each person who participated and submitted their entry is appreciated. Thank you for your support. The award is facilitated by The Eric Hoffer Project, dedicated to maintaining Hoffer’s work and legacy.
This heartwarming patronage has helped make the Eric Hoffer Book Award one of the world’s premium independent book awards. Every book was carefully read and evaluated. Being part of this is such an honor and privilege for many.
“Mother and Sons” by Laurel Richards is acclaimed by Michael Radon of the US Review of Books, who underscores that “at first glance, one would expect this to be a pure collection of poetry. However, after a few poems that build this expectation, readers are treated to “Reflections from a Year-Old Wedding Cake,” an essay that bucks both the form of the previous selections but also shifts the perspective in an interesting way that catches the reader by surprise. From this moment forward, the author continues to play with both subject matter and structure, lending the book an element of intrigue that will keep readers eager to turn pages even as they process the emotions and storytelling presented. This read does not overstay its welcome, keeping the reader fascinated and drawn into every word before ending with a surprising and engrossing short story. Packed with intensity and emotional honesty, these short selections are ideal for a quick, rapid-fire read.”
Laurel Richards, the author of “Mother and Sons”, Poems and Essays, was published by First Books Library in 2000. The author and her sons delicately weave their emotions “in a startling and heartfelt collection of poems and essays.” She was recognized by the Famous Poets Society as Poet of the Year in 2003 and was awarded the Shakespeare Trophy of Excellence. She was named by the International Society of Poets as an Honorary Member and Poet of the Year 2004 and awarded the Silver Cup Award for Outstanding Achievement.
Her works of art could be found in other anthologies: Eternal Portraits, published by the International Library of Poetry (USA), and Colours of the Heart, published by Noble House in Europe. She recorded a CD titled Sound of Poetry in 2003.
The author was interviewed by CBS Radio’s Benji Cole about her book “Mother and Sons,” a piece of art that explores the experiences of immigrants’ transition to acculturation. This book is a collection of poems and essays describing a family’s first 10 years in the United States. Their experiences in their new homeland, as well as their hopes and dreams, are reflected in the book.
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