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 Local Author Receives National Recognition 

Lake Buena Vista, FL (8/1/2026) – The Annual Florida Authors and Publishers Association President’s Book Awards recognized I Am Their Voice: A Guide for Caregivers and Advocates by Julie Moore, in the category of Autobiography/Memoir, as a Bronze medal winner.

Hosted by the Florida Authors and Publishers Association, this prestigious national award was open to books published between 2024 and 2026. The judges for this national competition are librarians, educators, and publishing professionals. 

The FAPA President’s Book Awards recognizes book publishing excellence and creativity in design, content, and production for authors, illustrators, cover designers, and publishers. This contest isn’t limited to Florida; it is open to anyone worldwide, as long as the book is written in English. We encourage entries from all who share our complex and wonderful language. 

I Am Their Voice is a non-fiction book published by Julie Moore which tells her journey as a caregiver while providing perspective during the emotional scenarios of caring for two family members: her older brother diagnosed with early onset dementia at age 54 and their mother, living with stage four breast cancer. Moore also includes invaluable resources to assist the reader with navigating various government agencies and needed legal documents for all families.

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A poignant and empowering exploration of a younger sister’s journey as she navigates the challenges of caring for her older brother, diagnosed with early-onset dementia in his 50s, and her 80-year-old mother, a lifelong nurturer now in need of care herself. With heartfelt storytelling and candid reflections, the book delves into the emotional toll, shifting family dynamics, and personal sacrifices of caregiving.

Beyond the personal narrative, this book offers readers the invaluable benefit of learning from others’ experiences—both mistakes and successes—emphasizing the importance of shared resources and community support to reduce the need to reinvent the wheel.

Packed with practical insights, uplifting anecdotes, and words of inspiration, I Am Their Voice compels readers to find strength in shared knowledge and take away lessons that can guide them on their own caregiving paths. This is a must-read for anyone seeking understanding, solidarity, and hope in the caregiving journey.

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