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Bridges of Words: Haikus Uniting Cultures from 57 Countries of the World has achieved extraordinary recognition at the Outstanding Creator Awards, earning various titles along with multiple 1st Place awards across diverse literary categories.
The book received the following honours:
- Best Non-Fiction Book of Fall & Winter 2025 – 1st Place
- Travel – 1st Place
- Multicultural / Multilingual / Bilingual Fiction – 1st Place
- Poetry – 1st Place
- Photography – 1st Place
- Best Writing (Non-Fiction) – Honourable Mention
This rare breadth of recognition highlights the book’s unique ability to transcend genre, combining poetry, cultural observation, visual storytelling, and literary restraint into a single, cohesive work.
Bridges of Words has been widely praised for its philosophical depth and ethical quietude:
“Each page becomes a point of contact, not commentary.” — Best Books Club
“It chooses stillness. It honors brevity. And in doing so, it creates space—not just between syllables, but between people.” — Kindle Crowd
“Some books seek to define the world. This one lets the world speak for itself.” — Kindle Addicts
“This book whispers. And in doing so, it teaches something important: reverence.” — Kindles Store
“Haiku becomes the great equalizer here. Whether a superpower or a small island, each is rendered in equal syllabic space. That choice alone carries quiet moral weight.” — My Books Mag
The collection has also resonated deeply with readers worldwide, achieving:
- #1 New Release and #1 Bestseller rankings across multiple Amazon categories in the US and Australia
- Top 5 rankings in poetry, haiku collections, and antiques and collectibles categories
With its growing list of awards, international acclaim, and strong reader engagement, Bridges of Words stands as a testament to the power of literature to unite cultures through simplicity, humility, and shared human moments.
The book is available via Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and other major retailers.
About the Author
Esperanza Pretila, MBA, is a multidisciplinary creative whose work bridges literature, leadership, and social entrepreneurship. Her editorial career includes senior roles across military, academic, and independent publications, as well as founding award-winning platforms focused on cultural dialogue and human-centred storytelling. She has received numerous distinctions for editorial innovation and was a trailblazer in several leadership positions historically closed to women.
Beyond publishing, Esperanza’s professional background spans corporate human resources, education, and business operations. Now based in Australia with her family, she continues to write with a focus on humility, cultural respect, and the belief that language—when used with care—can quietly change the way people see one another.
