Shaun M Jooste’s Sacred Valley: Obversion has officially entered the running for the 2025 Indie Ink Awards, an annual celebration of creativity, originality, and excellence in independent publishing. Readers and fans can now cast their nominations on IndieStoryGeek, marking an exciting moment for the acclaimed fantasy series and its growing global fanbase.
The Indie Ink Awards: A Celebration of Independent Voices

Founded to uplift and recognise the power of independent storytelling, the 2025 Indie Ink Awards bring together authors and readers from across the world. The awards highlight stories that push creative boundaries and resonate deeply with readers, from breathtaking world-building to compelling emotional journeys.
Each year, categories range from Most Unique World and Favourite Protagonist to Best Emotional Rollercoaster, allowing fans to celebrate every aspect of what makes indie fiction special. With voting open to readers everywhere, the 2025 Indie Ink Awards have become a trusted hallmark of authentic, reader-loved storytelling.
Sacred Valley: Obversion – A Dark Fantasy Worthy of Recognition
Part of Jooste’s expanding Shaun M Jooste Universe (SMJU), Sacred Valley: Obversion dives into a realm of haunting beauty, twisted loyalties, and metaphysical intrigue. The novel, inspired by Silent Hill games, follows a chilling journey through the Darcwurld and Etherealm, blending psychological depth with immersive world-building and poetic horror.
Its inclusion in the Indie Ink Awards showcases the book’s resonance with both readers and the wider indie community, standing as a testament to Jooste’s dedication to authentic, emotionally charged fantasy fiction that pushes boundaries beyond the conventional.
How to Nominate and Support Sacred Valley: Obversion

Nominations for the 2025 Indie Ink Awards are now open via IndieStoryGeek.com, where readers can select Sacred Valley: Obversion in a range of categories. Participation is free, and readers are encouraged to highlight the elements that moved them most ,whether it’s the vivid atmosphere, unforgettable characters, or evocative storytelling.
Supporting nominations not only helps the title gain visibility but also celebrates the craft of independent storytelling, empowering creators like Jooste to continue building expansive and meaningful worlds for readers around the globe.
A Community Effort to Celebrate Indie Excellence
The 2025 Indie Ink Awards represent more than competition. They symbolise a shared passion for storytelling that transcends mainstream publishing. Sacred Valley: Obversion stands as a shining example of this creative independence, blending literary artistry with emotional power.
Readers are invited to nominate the novel today through IndieStoryGeek.com and help bring Sacred Valley: Obversion the recognition it deserves in the 2025 Indie Ink Awards.