Win the Books Are My Bag Readers Awards shortlists!

Celebrate ten years of a national book award curated by bookshops and chosen by readers like you. This is a lively, friendly event where readers help decide the winners in five categories: Fiction, Non Fiction, Poetry, Young Adult Fiction, and Children's Fiction. Explore the full shortlists and cast your vote for your top picks.

When you vote, you will be entered to win one of five National Book Tokens worth £100/€120 to spend on books from bookshops you love, either in store or online. In addition to the tokens, there is a chance to win a shortlist of your choice, a special prize for lovers of books who want to see their own picks celebrated.

Winners will be announced on Tuesday 3 November. Enjoy browsing the selections and finding your next great read as you join a community of book lovers in celebrating these wonderful titles.

From gripping fiction to insightful non fiction, evocative poetry, adventurous young adult fiction and charming children stories, the shortlists are a celebration of books that delight readers of all ages. Happy reading and good luck to all entrants!