BREW Book Excellence Awards 2025 Announces Winners, Honouring Literary Masterpieces

Australia, 5th Feb 2025, -
 

The BREW Book Excellence Awards is delighted to reveal the winners of its 2025 honours, celebrating literary excellence across a diverse range of genres. This year’s top distinction has been awarded to The Velvet Hammer by Judge Belvin Perry, Jr. and Amy Mitchell, which has been named Overall Book of the Year. In recognition of its publishers’ exceptional contributions to literature, Post Hill Press and Simon & Schuster have also been crowned Publisher of the Year.

OUSTANDING LITERARY ACHIEVEMENTS

Overall Book of the Year – The Velvet Hammer

A powerful memoir that offers a deep and thought-provoking look into the legal career of former chief judge Belvin Perry, Jr., The Velvet Hammer blends historical narrative, social justice themes, and legal drama. Co-authored with Amy Mitchell, the book provides a compelling examination of justice, equality, and resilience.

In addition to being recognised as Overall Book of the Year, The Velvet Hammer has also been awarded:

• Best Memoir
• Best Legal Drama
• Best Social Justice Narrative
• Best Historical Narrative

Publisher of the Year – Post Hill Press by Simon & Schuster

Post Hill Press and Simon & Schuster have been recognised for their outstanding work in publishing impactful and thought-provoking literature. Their dedication to bringing important narratives to a global readership is exemplified by the success of The Velvet Hammer.

CATEGORY WINNERS

The BREW Book Excellence Awards also acknowledges exceptional works in various genres. This year’s category winners include:

True Crime and Investigative Masterpiece – Saint Bloodbath by Frederick Douglass Reynolds

A gripping true crime story that looks into the complexities of homicide investigation and law enforcement, Saint Bloodbath has been honoured with multiple accolades:

• Best True Crime
• Best Crime Investigation Narrative
• Best Police Procedural
• Best Homicide Investigation Narrative

Historical and Naval Fiction Brilliance – Intrepid Spirit by David Tunno

A thrilling historical fiction novel that transports readers into the world of naval warfare, Intrepid Spirit has been recognised for its exceptional storytelling:

• Best Historical Fiction
• Best Military Fiction
• Best Nautical Fiction
• Best Naval Adventure

HONOURING LITERARY EXCELLENCE

The BREW Book Excellence Awards continues to celebrate books that push creative boundaries and leave a lasting impact on readers. This year’s winners embody the power of storytelling, inspiring audiences across the globe.

For more details about the 2025 BREW Book Excellence Award winners and this announcement, visit The Chrysalis BREW Project.

To nominate or for more details about the BREW book awards, visit https://thechrysalisbrewproject.com/the-brew-awards/.