Conversations With My Mother Ronald-Stéphane Gilbert Wins Excellence in Literature Award

United States, 10th Dec 2025, -
 

OneTribune Media has announced Conversations with My Mother by Ronald-Stéphane Gilbert as the recipient of its Excellence in Literature Award. 

The selection process incorporated references from critical responses. The review notes “Each scene functions like a recorded entry—ordinary until it becomes the only thing left to hold on to.”

The Excellence in Literature Award is issued by OneTribune Media to works that meet the program’s criteria for narrative structure, thematic consistency, and contribution to contemporary literature. The award covers all forms of long-form prose and recognizes authors whose work aligns with the evaluation framework established by the organization.

About the Author

Ronald-Stéphane Gilbert writes fiction that centers on family dynamics, memory, and personal history. His work includes narratives based on lived encounters and regional environments.

About the Book

Conversations with My Mother: A Novel of Dementia on the Maine Coast follows Rob and Yvette through recurring exchanges shaped by dementia. The book presents shifts in recall, routine conversations, and the effort to sustain connection during cognitive change. It includes non-linear memories, sensory cues, and moments of regained and lost orientation. Copies are available via major retailers including Amazon.