The 35th British Book Awards

The results are in! The 35th Annual Book Awards have named this year’s most outstanding reads — and we’ve brought them all together for you to explore.

From groundbreaking fiction to thought-provoking nonfiction, these books represent the best of the best — chosen by critics, industry professionals, and readers alike.

  • Book of the Year

    Patriot, Alexei Navalny
    The exhilarating life story of one of the most fearless and inspiring figures of our time, who became a beacon to millions and the sole political threat to Vladimir Putin.

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  • Children's Fiction

    Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hot Mess by Jeff Kinney

    This hilarious children's fiction book captures the awkwardness of family vacations, perfect for readers who enjoy the relatable humor of the "Dork Diaries" series and the cartoon-filled narratives of Lincoln Peirce.

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  • Children's Illustrated

    Jonty Gentoo: The Adventures of a Penguin by Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler

    Jonty the little gentoo penguin longs to find his true home at the South Pole, so he sets off on an amazing adventure.

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  • Children's Non-Fiction

    Wilding: How to Bring Wildlife Back, Isabella Tree & Angela Harding
    A beautiful book which tells the story of the Knepp Estate in West Sussex and includes easy in-garden activities to 're-wild' your own spaces.

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  • Crime & Thriller

    Hunted by Abir Mukherjee
    A riveting standalone thriller that findstwo devastated parents in a race against time to track down their children, who are suspected of terrorist atrocities.

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  • Debut Fiction

    Butter by Asako Yuzuki

    This unsettling modern fiction explores the intersection of food, obsession, and societal expectations in Japan.

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  • Discover

    poyums by Len Pennie

    From Len Pennie, the performance poet sensation, comesan electric debut collection about loving, learning, surviving, growing and giving.

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  • Fiction

    James by Percival Everett

    A bold reimagining of Mark Twain’s Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, this novel follows enslaved Jim who emerges to reclaim his voice and defy the conventions that have consigned him to the margins

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  • Non-Fiction: Lifestyle & Illustrated

    What I Ate in One Year

    This engaging memoir offers a delectable glimpse into the life of Stanley Tucci through the lens of food,

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  • Non-Fiction: Narrative

    Patriot by Alexei Navalny

    The exhilarating life story of one of the most fearless and inspiring figures of our time, who became a beacon to millions and the sole political threat to Vladimir Putin.

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  • Pageturner

    Faebound by Saara El-Arifi
    When a fatal mistake leads to Yeeran’s exile from the Elven lands, she and her sister are both forced into the terrifying wilderness beyond their borders.

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Author of the Year

Percival Everett

Percival Everett has been named Author of the Year at the 2025 British Book Awards, with his novel James also winning Fiction Book of the Year. A bold reimagining of Huckleberry Finn, James has cemented Everett’s place as one of today’s most powerful literary voices.

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Illustrator of the Year

Rob Biddulph

Rob Biddulph has been named Illustrator of the Year at the 2025 British Book Awards. Renowned for his vibrant illustrations and beloved characters, Biddulph's work continues to captivate readers of all ages. His popular Draw With Rob series has inspired countless young artists worldwide.

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