Since 2014, ReadFree.ly has been the home of the prestigious Indie Book Awards. We have honored hundreds of talented independent authors who have gone on to become bestsellers.
This Hall of Fame serves as a tribute to the writers who have shaped the indie landscape over the last decade.
The 2025 Indie Book Awards
We are gearing up for our biggest event yet. The 2025 Indie Book Awards will focus on uncovering hidden gems in the Mystery, Thriller, and Romance genres.
Are you an author? Do not miss your chance to join the Hall of Fame. We are currently accepting submissions for our daily features, which serve as the shortlist for the annual awards.
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Past Winners Archive
(Restoration in Progress)
We are currently restoring the archives of our 50 Best Indie Books lists from 2014-2023. These lists represent the “Best of the Best” in self-publishing.
- 2023 Winners: Archive coming soon.
- 2022 Winners: Archive coming soon.
- 2014-2021 Legacy Winners: Archive coming soon.
Stay tuned as we rebuild this history. In the meantime, check our homepage for today’s top-rated free books.