The Impact of Awards and Recognition for an Author

Author Kaitlin Solimine has received several scholarships, awards, and residencies for her writing, including the 2012 Dzanc Books/Disquiet International Literary Program award for her debut novel Empire of Glass , judged by the Pulitzer Prize winning author Colson Whitehead. While Solimine appreciates all of the awards and accolades, she is most focused on the writing process and creating the best book possible. These awards do help validate all of the hard work and alleviate any negative thoughts...