International Author Excellence Awards 2026 Ceremony in Kuala Lumpur
The International Author Excellence Awards 2026, organized by the International Authors Association in partnership with Wings Publication International, took place on June 27, 2026, at the Grand Millennium Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The event gathered authors, literary professionals, educators, publishing experts, and readers from across the globe to honor exceptional contributions to contemporary literature.
Awards Categories and Nomination Process
The awards were established to recognize authors whose works demonstrate outstanding creativity, originality, impact, and literary excellence. Nominations came from writers representing diverse cultures and literary traditions, highlighting the global reach of storytelling. Awards were presented in categories including fiction, non-fiction, poetry, memoirs, self-development, business writing, academic works, and children's literature. The event celebrated both emerging voices and established authors who inspire readers through meaningful narratives.
Jury Panel and Evaluation Criteria
Each submission underwent a thorough review by a panel of jurors comprising respected authors, literary mentors, publishing professionals, and industry leaders. Entries were evaluated on literary quality, originality, storytelling effectiveness, thematic depth, reader engagement, and overall contribution to literature. The jury panel included Dr. Kailash Pinjani, acclaimed #1 Amazon bestselling author of seven books and business success mentor; Dr. Deepak Parbat, #1 Amazon bestselling author of five books and co-founder of Superfast Author; Mr. Murali Sundaram, internationally recognized Happyness Coach and author of eight books; and Ms. Manika Singh, CEO of Wings Publication International and founder of the International Authors Association.
Event Highlights and Activities
The ceremony featured author interactions, literary discussions, networking opportunities, book showcases, and award presentations. The gathering fostered meaningful connections and encouraged collaboration within the global literary community. Award recipients represented a rich diversity of voices, reinforcing the power of stories to bridge cultures and inspire change.
List of Award Recipients
The following authors received awards for their works: Vanessa Chan for The Storm We Made; Irene Ng for S. Rajaratnam, The Authorised Biography, Volume Two: The Lion's Roar; Guan Hin Tay for Collide: Embracing Conflict To Boost Creativity; Parmy Olson for Supremacy; Per Wimmer for The Sky Is No Limit; Lillian Too for The Complete Illustrated Guide To Feng Shui; Amy Tan for Revisiting The Depths: Overcoming Fear And Finding Peace; Dinesh Singh for Asia Sales Mastery: Unlocking Business Success In The East; Sreekumar Maranghat Sambhu for The Grammar Of Stillness; Dr Goh Hock Lai for Golf Is Easy; Datin S Kavery Subramaniam for Inner Change, Outer Result; Melissa Annette D'cruz for Red Strings: The Key; Dr. Tan Kok Siang for Unveiling The Secrets Behind Death; Bhavesh Chauhan for Don't Snooze Your Potential; Dr Preeti Pandit for A Friend in Me Emotion Less Relationship; Sabira Kaur Miranhshah for The Wilted Prose; Kathirina Susanna Tati for Kumpulan Cerpen "Tujuh Pintu"; Azman Sulaiman for Uncommon Leadership Playbook; Shanalisa Chin for Heaven Is My Dream; Patricia Gorgeous for Debunk That Quote; Abhay Gopinath for Bengali Babu; Priya Parul for Footprints And Echoes; Sathiavathy Pakiam Gunaratnam for Crimson Red: Unconditional Love; Adeliya Rahini and Lata Arumugam for Adel And The Dino Surprise; Dr Syed Ibrahim B Haja Mohideen for Rhythm Of Life; Hitesh R Bhatnagar for Think Like A Banker & Act Like A Husband; and Dhritika Baishnab for Burning Hearts.
About the Organizers
The International Authors Association (IAA) is a global platform dedicated to connecting authors and fostering literary collaboration across genres and borders. Through networking, knowledge exchange, and recognition programs, IAA empowers authors to amplify their voices. Wings Publication International is an independent publishing house committed to promoting literary excellence worldwide through professional publishing services and international initiatives. The International Author Excellence Awards is one of its flagship programs celebrating exceptional authors and works that inspire and educate.
