Win a copy of On Chesil Beach by Ian McEwan

Published August 10, 2026, this August’s Monthly Spotlight invites you to discover Ian McEwan’s achingly moving novel On Chesil Beach, a tale set in 1962 on the Dorset coast where two newlyweds wrestle with a moment that could change everything.

Five lucky readers will win a copy of the book, with the winners also receiving a brand-new, limited-edition Booker Prizes tote bag featuring a fresh design and recycled cotton construction. The tote bag carries illustrations by Bill Rebholz and is part of a new-look collection released in 2026 that isn’t available for sale.

To enter, readers simply submit their details before 12:00 BST on Friday, 28 August 2026. The competition is open to readers anywhere in the world, and entry is free with one entry per person. There is no purchase required to join the draw.

The winners will be picked at random and announced by email no later than 12:00 BST on Friday, 4 September 2026. Winners will be asked to provide a postal address for delivery of their prize, and delivery will be arranged as promptly as possible.

Each prize comprises one copy of On Chesil Beach (in its current UK edition) for five winners, along with a limited-edition Booker Prizes tote bag. The prize package celebrates the August Monthly Spotlight and brings a beloved novel together with a stylish, collectible tote.

Entrants should note that the competition is a free draw, with only one entry allowed per person, and the organizers reserve the right to disqualify entries that appear to misuse the process. Some terms and conditions apply, including eligibility details and potential publicity in connection with prize winners.

Read more about On Chesil Beach, its author, and the broader Monthly Spotlight on our site as you explore this month’s celebration of contemporary fiction. Prizes are distributed by the Booker Prize Foundation and are governed by the competition’s terms and conditions.