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Outstanding Achievement in Writing Recognized:
Sandra Richmond Named Winner in Royal Palm Literary Awards 2025.
October 1, 2025 – Author, Sandra Richmond, has been announced as a winner in the esteemed Florida Writers Association’s Royal Palm Literary Awards (RPLA). Hosted annually by the Florida Writers Association (FWA), RPLA is a highly regarded writing competition that celebrates excellence in writing across more than 20 genre categories for adults and 5 for youth. This recognition is a testament to Richmond’s exceptional work and dedication to their craft.
The Royal Palm Literary Awards stand as a pinnacle of achievement in the writing community, offering a platform for writers to showcase their literary works and gain valuable recognition. The competition is exclusive to members of the Florida Writers Association, a vibrant community of writers and other industry professionals committed to fostering literary excellence and camaraderie.
With a rigorous judging process, RPLA provides all entrants with constructive and insightful written assessments, fostering growth and development within the writing community. Winners, like Richmond, represent the best of the best, demonstrating an exceptional level of creativity, storytelling, and craft.
Sandra Richmond’s book, Milepost 75: Aging and Exploring Life Trails with Wonder, Resilience, and Love, was an entry in the Published Book-Length Nonfiction, Autobiography or Memoir; it won the highest award (Gold medallion), in the category and scored the most points from judges amongst several other prestigious and esteemed writers. The memoir focuses on the journey Sandra set out upon after her doctor tells her to stop walking and trying so much and hard to overcome her physical challenges brought on by hip and knee replacements. Not heeding her doctor’s advice, Sandra refuses, and sets out to accomplish and celebrate her goals as she turned age 75.
As the literary world applauds this outstanding achievement, Sandra Richmond remains an inspiration to fellow writers, embodying the spirit of excellence in storytelling. The Royal Palm Literary Awards continue to shine a spotlight on the very best in the world of literature, and Richmond’s victory exemplifies the pinnacle of this art form.
For more information about the Royal Palm Literary Awards and the Florida Writers Association, please visit floridawriters.org.