Chronicles of the Grim Reaper was never written with awards in mind. It began as a simple idea and grew into a collection of stories about life, loss, love, friendship, sacrifice, and hope through the eyes of a figure often misunderstood.
I am incredibly grateful that these stories have connected with readers and honored that they have been recognized by multiple literary award programs. Each recognition is meaningful, but what matters most are the conversations these stories have sparked, the perspectives they have changed, and the readers who have welcomed the Reaper into their lives.
The awards below represent milestones in this journey, and I share them with sincere appreciation for everyone who has read the book, recommended it to others, left a review, or simply spent time with these stories. Your support made every one of these honors possible.
Category: Short Stories, Fiction
Year: 2026
Chronicles of the Grim Reaper: Volume 1 by Griz Calderon was named a Winner of the 2026 IndieReader Discovery Awards in the Short Stories, Fiction category.
Category: Anthology
Year: 2026
Chronicles of the Grim Reaper: Volume 1 by Griz Calderon was named a Winner of the 2026 Independent Press Award, recognizing excellence in independent publishing.
Category: Short Story Collection | Anthologies and Thematic Collections
Year: November 2025
Recognizing outstanding writing, strong thematic cohesion, and the meaningful portrayal of the Reaper’s world.
Categories: Fantasy & Science Fiction | Short Story
Year: 2025—2026
Chronicles of the Grim Reaper Volume 1 is featured on American Book Fest in the Fantasy and Science Fiction and Short Story categories, recognized as an official entry in the 2026 Best Book Awards.
Category: Short Stories
Year: Fall 2025 (October)
This award honors Chronicles of the Grim Reaper: Volume 1 for its emotional depth, creative storytelling, and the compassionate way the Reaper stands beside every soul.
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