Dawn Reporter

United States – November 4, 2026 – Katherine Scherer and Eileen Bodoh received Honorable Mention at The BookFest Awards Spring 2026 for their book “Blessings Abound: Awaken to the Gifts at Hand,” in the Nonfiction — Self-Help / Inspiration category.

The BookFest honors authors who create outstanding works of fiction and nonfiction. The BookFest’s mission is rooted in the belief that literature has transformative power and in a desire to support and celebrate those who create it.

Desirée Duffy, Founder of The BookFest, says, “Today, more than ever, it is important to recognize authors and creatives for the vital part they play in crafting the stories that shape our world and define our humanity. Books bring us to new worlds, take us on adventures, give us a means to evaluate our lives and instill a sense of empathy within us. I believe that by acknowledging authors and their literary achievements, we lift literature in our world, and lift each other in the process.”

Katherine Scherer and Eileen Bodoh say, “We are honored to be recognized for the hard work and dedication that went into creating ‘Blessings Abound: Awaken to the Gifts at Hand.’ We hope this award will inspire others to pursue their own literary passions.”

Desirée Duffy, Founder of The BookFest, says, “I’m thrilled to announce Katherine Scherer and Eileen Bodoh as Honorable Mention recipients at The BookFest Awards. This year’s competition was fierce, and they should be very proud of this stellar accomplishment.”

Discover the power of gratitude, inspiration, and the everyday blessings that enrich our lives. Join authors Katherine Scherer and Eileen Bodoh on an uplifting journey that encourages readers to recognize and appreciate the gifts that surround them. Blessings Abound: Awaken to the Gifts at Hand is available for purchase on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. Order your copy today and begin discovering the extraordinary blessings hidden in ordinary moments.

About the Authors:

Katherine Scherer and Eileen Bodoh are authors of “Gratitude Works: Open Your Heart to Love” and the award-winning “Blessings Abound: Awaken to the Gifts at Hand,” and contributing authors in “101 Ways to Improve Your Health,” published by SelfGrowth.com.

About The BookFest Adventure®:

The BookFest is the leader in virtual literary events, producing vital conversations on the world’s stage for those who love to read and those who love to write. It launched in May 2020, at a time when many live events were canceled. Free to attend, the biannual event takes place in the spring and fall, streaming panel discussions, conversations, and live interactive sessions. As an award-winning event, The BookFest has received recognition from the Webby Awards with a nomination in 2021, a gold award from the Muse Creative Awards in 2020, and a silver award from the w3 Awards in 2020.

The BookFest features an array of literary speakers, experts, and authors, including Mitch Albom; Kevin J. Anderson; Angela Bole; Mark Coker; James Dashner; Robert G. Diforio; Dr. Michael Greger; Cheryl Willis Hudson; Wade Hudson; Sarah Kendzior; Jonathan Maberry; Josh Malerman; Lisa Morton; Karla Olson; Deborah M. Pratt; James Rollins; Connie Schultz; Michael Shermer; Mark K. Shriver; Danny Trejo; Helene Wecker; Dr. Chanda Prescod-Weinstein; and many others. The BookFest is presented by Books That Make You and produced by Black Château Enterprises. The BookFest is a registered trademark of Desirée Duffy, founder of all three. For more information, visit TheBookFest.com.

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