Books are reviewed in a two-part process by volunteer selectors and judges from across the state. In the first round of adjudication in February and March, a panel of three selectors reviews all books submitted in a category to determine the finalists (typically three per category). In the second round in April and May, a panel of three judges reviews the finalists and selects a winner. All winners will be announced at the Finalists Celebration and Winners Announcement in July 2025.
The 2025 Colorado Book Award includes:
- Winners: a cash prize and engraved plaque
- Winners and Finalists:
- Opportunity to join the Colorado Center for the Book Author Talks
- https://coloradohumanities.org/programs/ccftb-author-talks/
- Statewide publicity surrounding announcement of the Colorado Book Awards
- Branded promotional materials