Bestselling author Kay A. Oliver has been awarded the Gold First-Place prize in the inaugural Book Series Category at The BookFest® Awards Spring 2025 for her mystery novel 'Before the Next Kill'. The award recognizes Oliver's exceptional storytelling within the highly competitive Mystery, Fiction category.
The novel, which is the third installment in the Shaws Investigation Series, follows husband-and-wife detective duo Jade and Keri Shaw as they unravel a complex cold case. The narrative explores themes of hidden secrets and mounting danger, with the protagonists discovering they are not merely solving a mystery, but are themselves potential targets.
The BookFest® Awards are renowned for celebrating outstanding literary works that inspire and captivate global readers. Desireé Duffy, Founder of The BookFest®, emphasized the organization's commitment to recognizing authors who create resonant, culturally significant narratives.
Oliver, who has previously been named Fiction Author of the Year 2025 by the International Association of Top Professionals, has established herself as a prominent voice in action adventure, mystery, and thriller genres. Her work has been featured in prominent publications including The Wall Street Journal and AP News wire.
This latest award underscores Oliver's continued excellence in crafting compelling narratives that push the boundaries of crime fiction, offering readers intricate, suspenseful storytelling that keeps them engaged until the final page.
