Award-Winning Author Alan Lantieris Books Win Prestigious Silver Medal at Florida Authors and Publishers Association Presidents Book Awards

United States, 22nd Oct 2025 –Award-winning author Alan Lantieri‘s books “Dancing on the Edge, A Personal and Visual Odyssey Through Manic Depression” and “Divine Restoration, Life After Manic Depression” have both won prestigious Silver Medals at the Florida Author and Publishers Association President’s Book Awards. These mental health memoirs are recognized for excellence in writing.

Alan has been honored with the medals in the Autobiography/Memoir category at both the prestigious 2024 and the 2025 Florida Author and Publisher’s Association (FAPA) President’s book awards for his first book and the compelling sequel. The recognition celebrates both books exceptional literary merits and their powerful message of hope for individuals living with bipolar disorder and their families.

The FAPA President’s Book Award recognizes book publishing excellence for creativity, design, content and production for authors worldwide. This international competition, open to English-language books globally, drew nearly a thousand entries in 2024 and 2025. Finalists are chosen by professionals, librarians and educators from within and outside Florida, making Lantieri’s Silver Medal achievements a testimony to both books’ exceptional quality and universal appeal.

“I am deeply honored that both of my books have been recognized by such a distinguished panel of judges,” said Alan Lantieri. “ My hope is that these books will continue to provide encouragement and hope to individuals suffering from severe depression, manic depression, and other disorders, while also serving as a resource for their families and caregivers who walk alongside them in their recovery journey,”

Lantieri’s unique perspective as both a mental health professional and someone who has personally navigated bipolar disorder recovery brings authenticity and depth to his writing. After graduating from Reformed Episcopal Seminary in 1974, he built a successful career in sales and marketing until receiving an accurate bipolar disorder diagnosis in 1992. Following proper treatment and adherence to his recovery program, Lantieri transitioned into a third career as a Certified Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist at the David Lawrence Mental Health Center in Naples, Florida.

The memoirs address three primary objectives: magnifying the life transforming grace of God in the author’s life, providing hope and encouragement to those suffering from mood disorders, and offering valuable insights for counselors and nonprofessionals supporting individuals with mental health challenges. Both books have received praise from readers and mental health professionals alike for their candid approach to discussing the struggles and triumphs of long-term recovery.

During his advocacy work, Lantieri served as a featured speaker at the National Association of Mental Illness (NAMI) State Conferences and at the 2004 National Convention in Washington D.C. His expertise in both personal recovery and professional mental health rehabilitation has made him a sought-after speaker at conferences, bipolar support groups, caregiver meeting, and church groups nationwide.

“Divine Restoration: Life After Manic Depression” continues Lantieri’s mission to dispel misinformation and reduce stigma surrounding bipolar disorder while demonstrating that recovery through remission is achievable. Each book provides practical insights for understanding mood disorders and offers hope to millions of Americans affected by these conditions.

To learn more about Alan Lantieri’s inspiring journey and his award-winning books on bipolar disorder recovery, visit AlanLantieri.com.

About Alan Lantieri:

Alan Lantieri is an award-winning author and mental health advocate known for his books “Dancing on the Edge: A Personal and Visual Odyssey Through Manic Depression” and “Divine Restoration: Life After Manic Depression.” A graduate of Reformed Episcopal Seminary and former Certified Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist, Lantieri combines personal experience with professional expertise to provide hope and education about bipolar disorder recovery. He is available for speaking engagements at conferences, support groups, and educational events nationwide.

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