The Accidental Dissident has placed as a semifinalist in the Blue Mountain novel award.
The Blue Mountain novel award is run by Hidden River Arts, “the independent literary, visual and performing arts organization based in Philadelphia dedicated to the service, support and celebration of all artists. Named after the Schuylkill (Dutch for “Hidden River”) which winds its way through the region, Hidden River Arts is committed to nurturing the artistic community by providing varied and supportive services to creative writers, and artists of all genres. “