Healing Powers Series Author Wins 2026 Hollywood Book Awards Best Health & Wellness for Honey Bible, Revised

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Cal Orey Wins 2026 Hollywood Book Awards Best Health & Wellness Honor for The Healing Powers of Honey

Submitted on: 20 Oct, 2026, 11:37 AM (EDT)

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The revised and updated edition earns recognition for its exploration of honey's nutritional properties, culinary traditions, scientific research and new data about vanishing honeybees linked to extreme weather events and viruses.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. (PinionNewswire)

Bestselling author and journalist Cal Orey has won the Best Health & Wellness category at the 2026 Hollywood Book Awards for The Healing Powers of Honey. The recognition is confirmed by the awards program’s official 2026 Winners & Finalists listing, which identifies Orey’s book as the category winner.

 

 

The award follows the Aug. 25, 2026, publication of The Healing Powers of Honey: Revised and Updated, released by Citadel, an imprint of Kensington Publishing Corp. The 352-page revised edition expands upon Orey’s earlier work with updated research, additional recipes and discussions about honeybee conservation, nutrition and environmental sustainability.

The recognition marks a new milestone in Orey’s publishing career and brings renewed attention to her established Healing Powers series, which examines the history, nutritional characteristics and traditional uses of familiar foods.

Hollywood Book Awards Recognizes the Healing Powers of Honey

The 2026 Hollywood Book Awards recognized The Healing Powers of Honey as the winner in the Best Health & Wellness category. The official winners listing features the book alongside other recognized publications, confirming its selection in the category. The recognition also reflects the continued public interest in nonfiction books examining familiar ingredients through scientific and historical perspectives.

Readers can view the award results on the official Hollywood Book Awards 2026 Winners & Finalists page.

 

 

Guard Against Cold & Virus Season for Just 3.99!

The award announcement comes as consumers prepare for winter, when conversations about nutrition, food preparation and everyday wellness routines often receive renewed attention.

“You don’t have to let holiday travel and stress derail your health,” Orey said. “This book encourages readers to explore honey, nutrition and everyday habits as part of a thoughtful approach to seasonal well-being.”

The publication discusses scientific research concerning honey while distinguishing traditional practices from established medical evidence.

Rather than suggesting honey can prevent seasonal illnesses or replace medical treatment, the book presents its nutritional characteristics within the broader context of food and dietary education.

Beyond nutrition and cooking, the revised edition examines the relationship between honeybees, climate change and extreme weather affecting both humans and honeybees.

Prepare yourself with antioxidant-rich honey varietals and Mediterranean foods and new recipes to boost your immune system before the superbugs hit and during an El Niño event when seasonal respiratory illnesses spread more easily.

Both 2026 paperback and ebook new editions are official Amazon Bestsellers  in the Antioxidant category.

All through October, grab the bestselling The Healing Powers of Honey, Revised & Updated ebook on special sale. Prepare yourself with antioxidant-rich honey varietals and Mediterranean foods and new recipes to boost your immune system before the superbugs hit.

The Healing Powers of Honey: Revised and Updated is available through Amazon and participating booksellers.

https://www.hollywoodbookreviews.com/winners-finalists-2026/

Official Publisher Listing:
https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/468068/the-healing-powers-of-honey-revised-and-updated-by-cal-orey/

Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=9780806545721

About Cal Orey

Cal Orey, M.A., is a dynamic bestselling author-journalist with over 40 captivating books to her name. With a sharp focus on health, nutrition, and science and a deep love for pets, she is a gifted, versatile storyteller. Best known for her popular Healing Powers series, she has also written numerous other nonfiction book as well as novels. Her work has resonated with readers worldwide and appears on national and international bestseller lists. A native Californian, she lives in South Lake Tahoe, California.

Bestselling Healing Powers Series Author at B&N University District, Seattle, WA

 B&N University District, Seattle, WA Author Event

By Cal Orey, M.A.

Cal Orey signs THE HEALING POWERS OF #HONEY

Wednesday, November 11 1:00 PM PT *Can't go? Pick up a copy at your Barnes & Noble bookstore

(or online at all bookstores).

2026 Hollywood Book Awards winner for “The Healing Powers of Honey,” won Best Health & Wellness

 

Cal Orey is a 2026 Hollywood Book Awards winner for “The Healing Powers of Honey,” which won Best Health & Wellness.

Award Details

• Award: 2026 Hollywood Book Awards
• Category: Best Health & Wellness
• Winning Title: The Healing Powers of Honey
• Author: Cal Orey
• This book was recognized as the category winner among other finalists in the health and wellness field.
  hollywoodbookreviews.com

Pumpkin Treats Get a Healthy Makeover This Autumn

 

Why Pumpkin is Getting a Health Upgrade This Autumn

News| Oct 17, 2026 Tahoe Daily Tribune

Cal Orey, M.A.

Psst! I don’t bother with sugary, high-fat pumpkin fudge or fake-flavored lattes anymore like I used to. Nowadays, I’d much rather snack on crunchy pumpkin seeds mixed with heart-healthy nuts or grab a simple slice of whole grain pumpkin bread. Fall is still a huge pumpkin celebration, but the best part is that it actually makes you feel good and healthy!

Recent published findings in 2026 by food and nutrition researchers reveal that every part of the pumpkin (flesh, seeds, and peel) contains valuable nutrients such as beta carotene, fiber, antioxidants, healthy fats, magnesium, and zinc. These compounds have health perks, which make pumpkin the new versatile superfood….

Forget the sugary pumpkin treats. It’s the season to change it up with whole-food pumpkin to maintain a strong immune system while the air is cooler and we gather indoors more. As the author of The Healing Powers of Superfoods (Kensington), I did include pumpkin! Here’s a new list of pumpkin favorites with a unique Tahoe Edge. 

*Chunky Warm Pumpkin Soup: Real pumpkins are loaded with Vitamin A and essential for keeping your respiratory and intestinal linings healthy–—which serve as the body’s defense against airborne germs and cold-weather viruses. The Tahoe Edge: Savor a warm bowl of spiced pumpkin ginger soup helps guard your respiratory system against the elements. (Find it at a local restaurant or Google a DIY recipe online.)

*Cold & Creamy Pumpkin Smoothie: Pumpkin flesh contains vitamin C, a disease-fighting antioxidant that stimulates the production of white blood cells to help guard against cold and flu season. The Tahoe Edge: In the morning or afternoon, enjoy a smoothie made with organic canned or puréed pumpkin. (Google a recipe that is healthful and yummy.) 

*Savory & Sweet Pumpkin Pie: When crafted with antioxidant-rich pumpkin spices (like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger) and topped with roasted pepitas (pumpkin seeds), scones deliver vitamin E and healthy minerals that quell a sweet tooth without too many calories. The Tahoe Edge: Enjoy a slice of pie–storebought or homemade with less sugar. (Buy a slice at Safeway bakery.)

*Hot Pumpkin Spiced Tea/Coffee: Sipping black or herbal teas with real pumpkin spices (cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom) provides polyphenols and anti-inflammatory compounds that enhance your immune and heart health. The Tahoe Edge: Brew a cup of pumpkin spiced tea with a drizzle of honey to warm your body and spirit. (Forage online or local grocery store.) 

CAL OREY, M.A., is a bestselling author-novelist specializing in topics such as adventure, health, nutrition, and science. She holds a bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in English (Creative Writing) from San Francisco State University. Currently, her new release The Healing Powers of Honey, Revised is available at all bookstores.

NEW HONEY BOOK Author Reveals Pumpkin Gets a Health Upgrade

 Why Pumpkin is Getting a Health Upgrade This Autumn

Psst! I don't bother with sugary, high-fat pumpkin fudge or fake-flavored lattes anymore like I used to. Nowadays, I'd much rather snack on crunchy pumpkin seeds mixed with heart-healthy nuts or grab a simple slice of whole grain pumpkin bread. Fall is still a huge pumpkin celebration, but the best part is that it actually makes you feel good and healthy!

Recent published findings in 2026 by food and nutrition researchers reveal that every part of the pumpkin (flesh, seeds, and peel) contains valuable nutrients such as beta carotene, fiber, antioxidants, healthy fats, magnesium, and zinc. These compounds have health perks, which make pumpkin the new versatile superfood….

Forget the sugary pumpkin fudge and pumpkin cookies. It’s the season to change it up with whole-food pumpkin to maintain a strong immune system while the air is cooler and we gather indoors more. As the author of The Healing Powers of Superfoods (Kensington), I did include pumpkin! Here’s a new list of pumpkin favorites with a unique Tahoe Edge.

*Chunky Warm Pumpkin Soup: Real pumpkins are loaded with Vitamin A and essential for keeping your respiratory and intestinal linings healthy--—which serve as the body's defense against airborne germs and cold-weather viruses. The Tahoe Edge: Savor a warm bowl of spiced pumpkin ginger soup helps guard your respiratory system against the elements. (Find it at a local restaurant or Google a DIY recipe online.)

*Cold & Creamy Pumpkin Smoothie: Pumpkin flesh contains vitamin C, a disease-fighting antioxidant that stimulates the production of white blood cells to help guard against cold and flu season. The Tahoe Edge: In the morning or afternoon, enjoy a smoothie made with organic canned or puréed pumpkin. (Google a recipe that is healthful and yummy.)

*Savory & Sweet Pumpkin Pie: When crafted with antioxidant-rich pumpkin spices (like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger) and topped with roasted pepitas (pumpkin seeds), scones deliver vitamin E and healthy minerals that quell a sweet tooth without too many calories. The Tahoe Edge: Enjoy a slice of pie--storebought or homemade with less sugar. (Buy a slice at Safeway bakery.)

*Hot Pumpkin Spiced Tea/Coffee: Sipping black or herbal teas with real pumpkin spices (cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom) provides polyphenols and anti-inflammatory compounds that enhance your immune and heart health. The Tahoe Edge: Brew a cup of pumpkin spiced tea with a drizzle of honey to warm your body and spirit. (Forage online or local grocery store.)

CAL OREY, M.A., is a bestselling author-novelist specializing in topics such as adventure, health, nutrition, and science. She holds a bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in English (Creative Writing) from San Francisco State University. Currently, her new release The Healing Powers of Honey, Revised is available at all bookstores. Her website is http://www.calorey.com. 

2026 Hollywood Book Awards Winners & Finalists: Healing Powers Series Author Cal Orey WINNER

 BEST HEALTH & WELLNESS

WINNER

The Healing Powers of Honey

By:  Cal Orey

Sweet Price Drop for October: The Healing Powers of Honey, Revised Ebook is 3.99! LOOK INSIDE

It has finally landed. The new buzzworthy edition is ready (and formatted like the paperback new edition 2026) for your eyes during the new fall season... It is the book for autumn-winter-holiday wellness with new stories, data, remedies, and recipes to guard against colds, flu, and COVID variants.

 Amazon.com: The Healing Powers of Honey (Healing Powers Series) eBook : Orey, Cal: Kindle Store

or

The Healing Powers of Honey: The Healthy & Green Choice to Sweeten Packed with Immune-Boosting Antioxidants | Barnes & Noble®