John of John Douglas Stuart Proofs Giveaway

Win an exclusive advance proof of the stunning new novel from Booker Prize Winner, Douglas Stuart. From the author of the global bestsellers Shuggie Bain and Young Mungo comes a heartbreaking new masterpiece. John of John follows John-Calum Macleod as he returns to the rugged island of Harris, torn between the stern Presbyterian world his father built and the warm resilience of his Glaswegian grandmother. This is a story of family, memory, and the weight of expectations, written with the haunting precision that fans of Stuart's earlier work have come to love. Read it before anyone else and be part of the early conversations around a book many readers will be talking about for years.

From quiet coastal mornings to stormy windswept nights, the landscape of Harris frames a personal journey that invites you to walk beside John as he navigates ties of family and duty, seeking belonging in a world that never seems to give easy answers. John of John is a novel about love, loyalty, and the stubborn light that keeps us hopeful even when the road is rough. If you have enjoyed the intimate, piercing storytelling that made Shuggie Bain a landmark, you will want to meet this new protagonist and his world early.

The Prize

Four winners will each win: 1 x advance proof copy of John of John by Douglas Stuart.

To win, fill in the form below, so you can be among the first to experience this amazing new novel. Good luck!

Competition closes at 23:59 on 26th April 2026. Open to UK entrants only. Entrants must be 18+. Terms and Conditions apply.

Pan Macmillan invites readers to dive into this powerful story and discover the emotional current beneath the surface of a remarkable new work from a celebrated author.

As you read, you'll sense the rugged beauty of the Hebridean setting and the intimate voice of a family pulling together through hard times, making this advance read a treasured moment for fans and new readers alike.

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