We are thrilled to announce that two of New Society Publishers’ titles have been recognized by the American Legacy Book Awards this year.
Over 400 winners and finalists were announced across more than 100 categories, celebrating excellence in titles published between 2020 and 2025. Selected from thousands of global entries, these honors reflect the growing demand for insightful, solutions-driven books that inspire change.
We’re honored to see both titles recognized among this year’s distinguished selection.
Winner in Home & Garden
Food Science for Gardeners: Grow, Harvest, and Prepare Nutrient-Dense Food by Robert Pavlis.
Food Science for Gardeners is your go-to guide for growing and preparing healthier, tastier fruits and vegetables—backed by science. From nutrient density and food safety to storage, cooking methods, and gardening techniques, this accessible resource helps you optimize every step from soil to plate.
Food Science for Gardeners is perfect for home gardeners, food lovers, and small-scale growers who want to dig deeper into what makes food truly good—for you and the planet.
Finalist in Non-Fiction: Inspirational
The Regeneration Handbook: Transform Yourself to Transform the World.
The Regeneration Handbook is a practical guide for changemakers—seasoned or aspiring—seeking to lead with purpose through today’s interconnected crises.
Grounded in the principles of regeneration and drawn from the global Transition Towns Movement, it offers tools, stories, and practices to build personal resilience, strengthen communities, and create systems rooted in justice, balance, and wholeness.
Whether you’re launching local projects or reimagining leadership, The Regeneration Handbook empowers you to step into your role in the Great Transition—and shape a more regenerative future.
