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We’re excited to announce that the 2025 International Latino Book Awards are coming to San Diego County!

DATE/Fecha: October 25, 2025
LOCATION: MiraCosta College Concert Hall
​Hosted by Empowering Latino Futures (ELF)—a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1997 and headquartered in Fallbrook, California—this premier literary event recognizes excellence in books written in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. ELF also leads initiatives like the Latino Book & Family Festivals, continuing its mission to uplift voices and promote literacy within and beyond the Latino community. The International Latino Book Awards (ILBA) is the largest Latino literary awards program in the U.S. and draws authors, illustrators, and translators from around the world, representing diverse genres and communities. Award recipients include both children and adult authors, from major publishers, independent presses, and self-published creators.  Why Participate or Partner?
By sponsoring or partnering with the International Latino Book Awards, your organization will: Receive international exposure to a global audience of readers, media, and literary professionals Support a powerful mission focused on literacy, inclusion, and cultural pride Connect with a vibrant, growing network of Latino leaders, creators, and changemakers This is more than an awards ceremony—it’s a celebration of identity, creativity, and community. Learn more or become a partner below  or contact us. We invite you to be part of this impactful event. Let’s work together to empower Latino futures—one story at a time.
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Celebrate Latino Voices: The International Latino Book Awards
    Since 1998, the International Latino Book Awards (ILBA), created by Empowering Latino Futures (ELF), has been honoring the best books by and about Latinos—more than all other U.S. book awards combined! Every year, hundreds of entries are reviewed by dozens of judges to celebrate excellence across 87 categories: Fiction, Nonfiction, Children’s, Poetry, eBooks, Design, Translation, and more. Works are accepted in English, Spanish, Portuguese, or bilingual formats. The ILBA also honors legends of literature and community with the special Legend Awards, recognizing icons like Isabel Allende, Rudolfo Anaya, Dolores Huerta, and Victor Villaseñor. Why it matters: the ILBA shines a spotlight on today’s literary stars and inspires tomorrow’s writers. From fewer than 300 books published by Latino authors in 1980 to over 35,000 today, Latino literature is thriving—and the ILBA is at the heart of it. Plus, the ILBA is ELF’s only fundraiser, supporting programs that empower Latino authors and readers across the U.S. Celebrate the stories that shape culture. Celebrate Latino voices. Celebrate the ILBA.

Celebra las Voces Latinas: Los Premios Internacionales de Literatura Latina
    Desde 1998, los Premios Internacionales de Literatura Latina (ILBA), creados por Empowering Latino Futures (ELF), han honrado los mejores libros escritos por y sobre latinos, ¡más que todos los demás premios literarios en Estados Unidos juntos! Cada año, cientos de obras son evaluadas por decenas de jueces para reconocer la excelencia en 87 categorías: Ficción, No Ficción, Literatura Infantil, Poesía, Libros Electrónicos, Diseño, Traducción y más. Se aceptan obras en inglés, español, portugués o formatos bilingües. Los ILBA también reconocen a leyendas de la literatura y la comunidad con los especiales Legend Awards, honrando a íconos como Isabel Allende, Rudolfo Anaya, Dolores Huerta y Víctor Villaseñor. ¿Por qué importa? Los ILBA ponen el foco en las estrellas literarias de hoy e inspiran a los escritores del mañana. De menos de 300 libros publicados por autores latinos en 1980 a más de 35,000 hoy, la literatura latina está floreciendo, y los ILBA están en el corazón de este crecimiento. Además, los ILBA son la única recaudación de fondos de ELF, apoyando programas que empoderan a autores y lectores latinos en todo Estados Unidos. Celebra las historias que dan forma a la cultura. Celebra las voces latinas. Celebra los ILBA.
Gracias!!
Galilea Flores

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