Awards and Recognition

The Maxzyne series has been widely recognized for it’s heart, imagination, and empowering messages. With praise from educators, parents, and young readers alike, the stories continue to inspire curiosity, courage, and creativity. From classrooms to book clubs, Maxzyne’s adventures have earned a meaningful place in the hearts of readers and the shelves of those who celebrate strong, relatable heroines.

Caroline Lee

2024 AMERICAN BOOKFEST WINNER: Finalist
Pre-Teen Fiction

2024 HOLLYWOOD BOOK FESTIVAL AWARD: Honors

2024 THE BOOKFEST AWARD: Third Place, Juvenile Fiction, Fantasy & Magic

2024 DIGITAL BOOK TODAY AWARD: Third Place, Middle Grade Fiction

2024 ROYAL DRAGONFLY BOOK AWARD: Honorable Mention, Middle Grade Fiction

2024 AMERICAN WRITING AWARD: Finalist

2024 FIREBIRD BOOK AWARD, Children Fantasy, Second Place

Books

2020 ROYAL DRAGONFLY BOOK AWARD SM WINNER, CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE IN LITERATURE: Maxzyne and the Old Horse Theatre, Honorable Mention, Middle Grade Fiction

ROYAL DRAGONFLY BOOK AWARD SM WINNER, CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE IN LITERATURE: Maxzyne and the Old Horse Theatre, 2nd Place, Best Interior Design

2024 AMERICAN FICTION AWARDS, 7th Annual Awards Sponsored by American Book Fest™: Pre-Teen Fiction, Finalist, Maxzyne Goes Aquamarine by Caroline Lee Pendant Press