ABOUT THE LAMMYS

For over 30 years, the Lambda Literary Awards (the “Lammys”) have identified and honored the best lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender books.

The Lammys, which receive national and international media attention, bring together 600 attendees—including nominees, celebrities, sponsors, and publishing executives—to celebrate excellence in LGBTQ publishing. It is the most prestigious and glamorous LGBTQ literary event in the world.

Find out how you can nominate books, learn about previous year’s winners, and join this year’s festivities on this site.

Timeline

• September 12, 2018: Lammy Submission period opens
• December 1, 2018: Lammy Submission period closes
• January 7, 2019: Córdova & Markowitz Prizes Open
• February 15, 2019: Córdova & Markowitz Prizes Close
• Early March 2019: Lammy Finalists announced
• June 3, 2019: Winners Announced (Skirball Center, New York University, New York, NY)

Submit Books

Submissions for the 31st Annual Lambda Literary Awards are now closed.

Guidelines

Lambda Literary Award submissions are judged principally on literary merit and content relevant to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer lives. Specific guidelines must be met across each award. Please review the guidelines carefully before submitting a book for consideration. Review guidelines.

Categories

Special Awards

Visionary Award
Trustee Award
Judith A. Markowitz Award for Emerging LGBTQ Writers
Jeanne Córdova Prize for Lesbian/Queer Nonfiction
Publishing Professional