Celebrate Textbook Excellence with TAA's Annual Textbook Awards Program

2026 Textbook Awards Nominations Open September 1

For more than 20 years, the Textbook & Academic Authors Association (TAA) has proudly recognized excellence in textbook and academic writing through its prestigious Textbook Awards Program. Nominate your work for a McGuffey Longevity Award, Textbook Excellence Award or Most Promising New Textbook Award. Open to both emerging and veteran authors, this annual program honors works that exemplify outstanding quality and impact in the field of educational publishing.

Award Criteria

Each nominated work is evaluated by expert judges based on its individual merit in the following four key areas:

• Pedagogy – Effectiveness in teaching and learning
• Content/Scholarship – Accuracy, depth, and contribution to the field
• Writing – Clarity, style, and accessibility
• Appearance & Design – Visual appeal, organization, and usability

Unlike many awards, the TAA Textbook Awards focus on individual excellence, not competition. Every entry is judged on its own strengths—regardless of other nominations in the same category.

Who Can Enter?

Authors and publishers of textbooks and academic works are encouraged to apply. TAA member authors receive discounted nomination rates. Submissions are welcome across all disciplines, and we proudly accept self-published books and e-books.

Why Apply?

Join a tradition of excellence. Submit your work today and inspire the next generation of learners.

Nomination Fees

TAA Member-Authors: $250 (one book or two-book series) $400 (three-book series)
Publishers: $450 (one book or two-book series) $700 (three-book series)

Nominations for the 2026 TAA Textbook Awards will be accepted between September 1 and November 1, 2025.

Congratulations to the Winners of the 2025 Textbook Awards

For more information about these awards, including how to nominate your works, click on the specific awards below.


McGuffey Longevity Award "McGuffey"

The William Holmes McGuffey Longevity Award ("McGuffey") recognizes textbooks and learning materials whose excellence has been demonstrated over time. Learn more

Textbook Excellence Award "Texty"

TAA's Textbook Excellence Award ("Texty") recognizes excellence in current textbooks and learning materials. Learn more

Most Promising New Textbook Award