Bestselling and award-winning author Kay A. Oliver has added two more accolades to her growing collection, winning Silver Book Awards at the BookFest Fall 2025 Awards. Her psychological thriller Fear-Struck won Best Psychological Thriller, while her supernatural mystery A Powerful Disturbance earned a Silver Award for Fiction/Mystery/Supernatural/Series. These honors underscore Oliver's ability to captivate readers with suspenseful, emotionally rich storytelling.
Fear-Struck launches the Kutter Mystery Series and has been praised for its razor-sharp suspense, emotional depth, and jaw-dropping twists. The novel delivers mind-bending tension that keeps readers questioning what is real until the final page. Author A. Martinez commented, "I just finished Fear Struck. OMG. Loved it. It was so good." The book is available now for fans of psychological thrillers that linger long after reading.
A Powerful Disturbance, the newest installment in the acclaimed Dr. Kaili Worthy series, blends archaeological intrigue with paranormal energy. This series has consistently collected awards since its first book, and this latest addition continues the tradition. Oliver's signature emotional depth and layered mysteries have earned her over 30 literary awards to date.
Oliver expressed gratitude for the recognition, stating, "This award is not just a personal achievement; it is a celebration of passion, persistence, and the power of storytelling." She hopes the honor inspires emerging writers to pursue their craft without fear. Both award-winning novels can be discovered on Oliver's website, KayAOliver.com, where readers can explore her full library of works.
The BookFest Awards recognize outstanding storytellers shaping today's literary world, drawing thousands of readers and industry leaders. Oliver, a former Television Academy member and Hollywood insider, brings cinematic storytelling to her novels. She has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, AP News, and Who's Who in America, and was named Fiction Author of the Year 2025 by IAOTP. With over a decade of success and more than 30 awards, Oliver continues to mentor emerging writers while inspiring readers worldwide.
