Ave Maria Press is pleased to announce that eight of its titles have been named finalists across seven categories in the Association for Catholic Publishing (ACP) 2026 Excellence in Publishing Awards.
The Finalists are:
General Interest: Lovemaking: How to talk about Sex with Your Spouse by Renzo and Monica Ortega.
Prayer (General): The Homefront Devotional: Navigating Military Life with Courage, Hope, and Faith by Tara McMullen.Prayer (Seasonal Resources):
Behold the Wonder: The Coming of Christ Through Mary’s Eyes by Catherine Cavadini and Anastassia Cassady,
Illuminate: A Guided Advent Journal for Prayer and Meditation by Fr. John Nepil
Witness: A Guided Lent Journal for Prayer and Meditation by Fr. Patrick Mary Briscoe, OP.
Resources for Liturgy: First Reconciliation and Beyond: A Family's Guide for Learning and Living Forgiveness by Katie and Tommy McGrady
Resources for Ministry: The Transformative Power of Small Groups: A 7-Step Guide for Building Vibrant Catholic Communities by Michael White and Tom CorcoranScripture (Pastoral Resources): Behold the Wonder: The Coming of Christ Through Mary's Eyes by Catherine Cavadini and Anastassia Cassady 
Children’s Books (Teens): Friendship Reset: Ditch the Drama and Find Your Crew by Maggie Craig.Each category was judged by a three-person panel, who reviewed all submissions and selected a group of six to nine finalists to advance to the final round. First-, second-, and third-place winners will be announced in June.
Congratulations to the authors, editors, and book designers!
Congratulations to the authors, editors, and book designers!
