The articles, "The Diamond Ring" and "My Letter to the Editor, " both of which were published in Hot Apple Cider, won three awards at The Word Guild writing Awards in June, 2009. Two other articles N. J. edited for Hot Apple Cider also received awards.
- Article—General Readership. Winner: N. J. Lindquist for “The Diamond Ring” (Hot Apple Cider anthology)
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Article—Inspirational/Devotional – Winner N. J. Lindquist for “The Diamond Ring” (Hot Apple Cider anthology)
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Article—Inspirational/Devotional - Award of Merit: “My Letter to the Editor” (Hot Apple Cider anthology)
- Article—Personal Experience – Winner: Angelina Fast-Vlaar for “It Was Then That I Carried You” (Hot Apple Cider Anthology)
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Article—Profile/Human Interest, Award of Merit: Eleanor Shepherd for “Living Outside Our Comfort Zones” (Hot Apple Cider Anthology)
Glitter of Diamonds was a finalist for The Word Guild Mystery/Suspense Award, June, 2008
A profile of author Mark Buchanan, published in Marantha News, was short-listed for a TWG award,.April, 2006
A plaque and certificate from the York Region Police and Read For Life for my book, In Time of Trouble, and its positive message for teens, Mar. 15, 2006
Leading Women Award for Communications and Media, Mar. 4, 2006
Five awards at The Word Guild Canadian Christian Writing Awards, June 17, 2005:
- Best Mystery Novel – Winner: N. J. Lindquist for Shaded Light
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Best Young Adult Novel – Winner: N. J. Lindquist for More Than Friends
- Best Independently Published Novel or Poetry – Winner: N. J. Lindquist for Shaded Light and More Than Friends (a tie)
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Best Regular Column – Winner: N. J. Lindquist for "The Inside Story" which appeared in ChristianWeek
Award of Merit from Canadian Church Press for a feature article for "Why We’re Reading Christian Fiction," published in Faith Today, 2003.
Judges’ Choice in the Toronto Star Short Story Contest for "One Last Ride on the VIA Rail," 1991.
