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iUniverse Self-Publishing Recognition Programs
iUniverse recognition programs were created to promote quality books through a variety of incentives, support and a special showcasing format. Since their initial launch, our programs have grown to become some of the most unique and sought after honors awarded to self-published authors. Many of our authors have gone on to find greater retail success or even traditional publishing success as a result of these programs.
 The Star Program
The STAR Program offers eligible authors many benefits—including industry-standard bookstore discounts, returnable status, consideration for in-store Barnes & Noble placement, professional cover reassessment, a ForeWord Clarion Book Review, submission to specified book awards, and representation to traditional publishers—all paid for by iUniverse. Books placed in the STAR Program carry a special icon next to the book title and are prominently featured in a separate STAR section of the iUniverse bookstore.
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 Rising Star
Rising Star provides retail exposure to books that are well positioned for the market, authors who have a clearly identified marketing platform, and that have the drive and commitment to effectively execute that plan. Books awarded Rising Star carry a special icon next to the book title and are prominently featured in a separate Rising Star section of the iUniverse bookstore.
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 Reader's Choice
The budding success of Reader's Choice authors is recognized and identified with a unique icon while their books are featured in a separate Reader's Choice section in the iUniverse online bookstore.
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 Editor's Choice
A prerequisite to the Star, Reader's Choice, and Rising Star programs, books awarded Editor's Choice carry a special icon next to the book title and are prominently featured in a separate Editor's Choice section of the iUniverse bookstore.
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