Local Authors and Illustrator Garner Awards for "Building Better Humans"

Wheaton, IL, January 30, 2015 --(PR.com)-- “Building Better Humans,” a parenting book written by local authors David and Lisa Davoust, recently received international recognition from the prestigious London Book Festival. “Building Better Humans” placed as Runner-Up for the top prize in the London Book Festival’s general non-fiction category. In addition, the book also garnered the following awards in 2014:

· Readers’ Favorite Illustration Award: recognizing local artist Abigail Davoust for the book’s charming illustrations.

Reader’s Favorite Five Star Review
· Florida Book Festival Honorable Mention
· Beach Book Festival Honorable Mention
· New England Book Festival Honorable Mention

“Building Better Humans” bested thousands of books to receive such recognition. The respected Readers' Favorite International Book Award Contest receives submissions in over 100 genres from independent authors to publishing giants. The London Book Festival’s annual competition honors the best of international publishing and vets books from around the world.

The writing and illustrating of this award-winning book was truly a family affair: Abigail Davoust is the daughter-in-law of David and Lisa Davoust. “We have received a wonderful response to our personal, practical approach to parenting, and it is exciting to have the excellence of the content and illustrations recognized,” said author David Davoust, “Lisa and I wanted to offer parents a practical and engaging book. We feel that Abigail’s illustrations draw readers in and help make the book very approachable. Our hope is that parents will be encouraged and families will be strengthened through the parenting principles found in this book.”

"Building Better Humans," was released on March 14, 2014 by Robis Publishing. For more information, visit www.buildingbetterhumans.com.