This week we're shining a spotlight on Téa Obreht's unforgettable debut 'The Tiger's Wife' – winner of the Women's Prize for Fiction in 2011. Head to our library to read an extract, dig deeper with our reading guide and pick up your copy: womensprize.com/library/the-...

Calling all UK-based #libraries, #bookshops, #festivals and #community groups! Can you help us spread the word about #Discoveries 2027? We're offering free promotional packs on a first-come, first-served basis. Register your interest by Friday 28 August here: womensprize.com/discoveries-...

With the recent release of her luminous new novel 'Whistler', there’s no better time to delve into Patchett's backlist. So, this week we're re-reading 'The Dutch House' – longlisted for the Women's Prize for Fiction in 2020: womensprize.com/library/the-...

To mark 10 years since its longlisting, this week we're recommending Kate Atkinson's dazzling 'A God in Ruins'. This story of World War Two bomber pilot and would-be-poet Teddy Todd is a sweeping, all-consuming book that looks at war and its impact across generations.

11 debut novels you should have on your shelves – all written by the brilliant alumni of our #Discoveries programme! There is something for every reader in this stack – learn more about each book here: womensprize.com/books-from-o...

This week we're recommending Dawn French's 2021 bestseller 'Because of You' – an unforgettable story of grief, mother-love, family and forgiveness, told with Dawn's signature humour and warmth. Learn more here: womensprize.com/library/beca...

Are you an avid reader? Do you dream of writing a novel? Join us online this October for a two-hour workshop with award-winning journalist, broadcaster and bestselling novelist Daisy Buchanan. Learn more and book your spot over on our website: womensprize.com/event/write-...

This week we’re shining a spotlight on Avni Doshi’s debut novel 'Burnt Sugar' – longlisted for the Women’s Prize for Fiction in 2021.Exploring love and betrayal, duty and family, memory and myth, Burnt Sugar is a caustic tale of Tara and Antara and their destructive mother-daughter bond.

WIN THE WINNERS🏆 We're giving two lucky readers the chance to win a signed copy of The Correspondent or The Finest Hotel in Kabul, plus a 2026 Women's Prize for Fiction or Non-Fiction tote filled with Women's Prize LIVE exclusives. T&Cs apply – learn more here: womensprize.com/category/com...

Our recommended reads are back – a weekly spotlight on some superb books from the #WomensPrize library that we think you should have on your reading lists. This week we're recommending 2004 Women's Prize for Fiction winner 'Small Island' by Andrea Levy. womensprize.com/library/smal...

Heading to Edinburgh International Book Festival in August? Join us from 11:45am on Friday 28 to hear #Discoveries alumni Niamh Connolly, Georgia Moorhouse, Beena Nadeem and Tara O’Sullivan read from their forthcoming debut novels. Learn more here: www.edbookfest.co.uk/events/fresh...

Our green Team Books tees are here – modelled beautifully by 2026 Women’s Prize for Fiction judge Salma El-Wardany💚 The comfortable everyday essential for anyone who believes stories matter. Join Team Books today – shop yours here: womensprize.com/product/team...

It's been one week since Lyse Doucet and Virginia Evans were crowned our 2026 winners!🏆 Have you read 'The Finest Hotel in Kabul' and 'The Correspondent' yet? 📸 Twiggles © Women's Prize Trust

This time last week... Oh, to be back in the gardens! Early Bird tickets for #WomensPrize LIVE 2027 will be dropping before you know it – make sure you're signed up to our newsletter to be the first to hear: womensprize.com/newsletter/

Together in all their glory, the 2026 winners: The Finest Hotel in Kabul by Lyse Doucet and The Correspondent by Virginia Evans🏆 Thanks to our 2026 sponsors Audible, Baileys and @findmypast.bsky.social.

The Correspondent by Virginia Evans is the 2026 winner of the Women's Prize for Fiction. Congratulations Virginia! @michaeljbooks.bsky.social

The 2026 Women's Prize for Non-Fiction is awarded to Lyse Doucet for 'The Finest Hotel In Kabul: A People's History of Afghanistan'. Congratulations Lyse!

Take your seats – the livestream is about to begin... Head over to our YouTube channel now to watch the 2026 winners’ announcement live: youtube.com/live/P5RLnMj...

Just a few hours to go… Don't forget to tune in at 6.30pm tonight as we announce the winners of the 2026 Women's Prizes for Fiction and Non-Fiction, live from Bedford Square Gardens, London. Watch the ceremony over on our YouTube channel: youtube.com/live/P5RLnMj... #WomensPrize

It’s nearly time... Join us live from 6.30pm (BST) next Thursday 11 June as we announce the winners of the 2026 Women’s Prizes for Fiction and Non-Fiction. Watch live on YouTube here: www.youtube.com/watch

This week’s episode of #Bookshelfie is a very special one – a live recording from Baileys HQ with broadcaster, author and advocate, Ashley James. Listen as Ashley discusses how motherhood transformed her perspective, the realities of class in modern Britain, and the rise of the “trad wife” movement.

We’re thrilled to be working with @michaeljbooks.bsky.social to bring this fantastic panel on #TheMermaidCollection to Women's Prize LIVE 2026. Explore the full programme to learn more and see what else is in store on 10 June here: womensprize.com/womens-prize...

There’s just two weeks to go until we announce the winners of the 2026 Women’s Prizes for Fiction and Non-Fiction! The winners’ announcement ceremony will be livestreamed to our YouTube channel – free to watch live from 6.30pm (BST). Make sure you’re subscribed here: www.youtube.com/@Womens_Priz

We’re thrilled to introduce the #Discoveries2026 Winner and Scholar – Ruixi Zhang and Mirha Butt. Both are joining a growing community of successful debut novelists first recognised by the programme. Learn more about them and their novels-in-progress here: bit.ly/4wTZgQG

#WomensPrize week is almost upon us – are these dates in your diary? Tickets to Women’s Prize LIVE and the 2026 Women’s Prizes Shortlist Readings livestream are still available – book yours today and join us.

Hone your writing this summer with our workshops✍️ Available exclusively to Women’s Prize LIVE attendees on 10 June, these sessions are designed to help with writer's block, reconnect with your voice, and leave with renewed confidence to take to the page. Learn more here: bit.ly/4pUqEKW

Did you know we offer subsidised places to Women's Prize LIVE? Books belong to everyone, and we want every reader and writer who wants to join us on the 10 June to be able to do so. There are still places available for Women’s Prize LIVE 2026 – apply by Thursday 28 May: bit.ly/4dAvp6Y

With just three weeks to go until #WomensPrizeLIVE2026, it's time to get planning! Plan your literary day of dreams with our day planner – available to download here: bit.ly/4tfJ5KB Looking to join us on 10 June? There's a limited number of tickets left – don't miss out, book yours today.

Award-winning poet, playwright, and novelist Kiran Millwood Hargrave joins Vick on #Bookshelfie this week, sharing the five books by women that have shaped her. Watch here www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFrM... or listen wherever you get your podcasts🎧

We are delighted to announce the six talented writers shortlisted for #Discoveries2026. Each writer skilfully draws from their intimate personal histories and interests, infused with imagination, telling stories that reach across time, space and topics. Learn more here: bit.ly/3RiLVB1