I strongly suggest that you enter your book(s) no matter the genre into a variety of book award contests.
Additional recognition is key to indie book successes. These contests are a marketing tool, particularly for indie authors who may be looking for an agent.
Who can resist an opportunity to see how you measure up to your peers?
Submitting to a writing contest may be a big step, but it shouldn’t scare you.
“Award-winning” As soon as you are declared a winner in a contest, you get to slap “award-winning” in front of your byline any time you want.
This is an ongoing list I have created of the different contests I come across, and there is no limit to the number you enter, have fun with it.