The British Book Awards, aka The Nibbies, is a celebration of books: it affirms, connects and energises the world of reading by showcasing the authors and illustrators who have stirred our hearts and imaginations, and the industry behind the scenes who have brought them to readers. Above all it celebrates the intimate connection between the books, their makers and their audience.
Fiction
BabelR.F. KuangPrice: £18.99One of the leading lights in the visceral grimdark fantasy genre, Kuang's stunningly wrought novel is a compulsive dysto... See moreOne of the leading lights in the visceral grimdark fantasy genre, Kuang's stunningly wrought novel is a compulsive dystopia about the power of language and the evils of authoritarianism, rep... See more
Fairy TaleStephen KingPrice: £22.00The master storyteller returns with a spellbinding story of mysterious houses, parallel worlds and reluctant heroes as a... See moreThe master storyteller returns with a spellbinding story of mysterious houses, parallel worlds and reluctant heroes as an ordinary high school kid discovers a portal to a universe populated ... See more
Love MarriageMonica AliPrice: £18.99From the bestselling, Booker Prize-shortlisted author of Brick Lane comes a powerfully humane, hilarious and heartbreaki... See moreFrom the bestselling, Booker Prize-shortlisted author of Brick Lane comes a powerfully humane, hilarious and heartbreaking story of a young couple about to tie the knot as their families fro... See more
Stone BlindNatalie HaynesPrice: £18.99From the classicist and author of A Thousand Ships and Pandora's Jar comes another bravura reimagining of Greek myth as ... See moreFrom the classicist and author of A Thousand Ships and Pandora's Jar comes another bravura reimagining of Greek myth as the story of Medusa is transformed into a powerful meditation on morta... See more
The Marriage PortraitMaggie O'FarrellPrice: £25.00O'Farrell paints as evocative a picture of Renaissance Italy as she did Shakespearean England in the former Waterstones ... See moreO'Farrell paints as evocative a picture of Renaissance Italy as she did Shakespearean England in the former Waterstones Book of the Year Hamnet, as Cosimo de' Medici's third daughter learns ... See more
Young MungoDouglas StuartPrice: £16.99From the author of the Booker-winning modern classic Shuggie Bain comes another emotionally powerful and compassionate p... See moreFrom the author of the Booker-winning modern classic Shuggie Bain comes another emotionally powerful and compassionate portrayal of sexuality and community set in urban Glasgow, as two young... See more
Début Fiction
Honey & SpiceBolu BabalolaPrice: £16.99The author of the former Waterstones Book of the Year shortlisted Love in Colour delivers a deliciously witty romantic c... See moreThe author of the former Waterstones Book of the Year shortlisted Love in Colour delivers a deliciously witty romantic comedy, packed full of memorable characters and relatable humour. See more
Lessons in ChemistryBonnie GarmusPrice: £16.99Smart, funny, joyous and powerful, Garmus' 60s set debut featuring an unconventional female scientist with a quiet game-... See moreSmart, funny, joyous and powerful, Garmus' 60s set debut featuring an unconventional female scientist with a quiet game-plan to change the world has won the hearts and minds of our bookselle... See more
The Rabbit HutchTess GuntyPrice: £16.99Powered by playful originality and a cast of brilliantly drawn characters living in the same dilapidated apartment block... See morePowered by playful originality and a cast of brilliantly drawn characters living in the same dilapidated apartment block in a post-industrial Mid-West town, Gunty's compulsively readable deb... See more
The Satsuma ComplexBob MortimerPrice: £16.99From the beloved comedian and author of the bestselling memoir And Away comes a debut novel rich in Mortimer's unique br... See moreFrom the beloved comedian and author of the bestselling memoir And Away comes a debut novel rich in Mortimer's unique brand of surreal whimsy, as nondescript legal assistant Gary seeks a gir... See more
The Whalebone TheatreJoanna QuinnRecommended Retail Price: £14.99Price: £7.50A ravishing coming-of-age story set in the shadow of an oncoming war, The Whalebone Theatre fizzes with invention and co... See moreA ravishing coming-of-age story set in the shadow of an oncoming war, The Whalebone Theatre fizzes with invention and compassion as an 'unmarriageable' girl elects to defy convention and fin... See more
TrespassesLouise KennedyPrice: £14.99A blistering account of encroaching violence and fractured loyalties in 1970's Belfast, Trespasses follows schoolteacher... See moreA blistering account of encroaching violence and fractured loyalties in 1970's Belfast, Trespasses follows schoolteacher Cushla as she attempts to stay true to herself as her community crumb... See more
Pageturner
How to Kill Your FamilyBella MackiePrice: £9.99The journalist and author of Jog On delivers a scorchingly black satire of family dysfunction and the media’s obsession ... See moreThe journalist and author of Jog On delivers a scorchingly black satire of family dysfunction and the media’s obsession with murder, as the engaging anti-hero Grace reveals the full extent o... See more
Sunday’s ChildDilly CourtPrice: £7.99In this heartwarming and spirited fourth instalment in Dilly Court’s bestselling series, now eighteen-year-old Nancy ent... See moreIn this heartwarming and spirited fourth instalment in Dilly Court’s bestselling series, now eighteen-year-old Nancy enters London society only to find her past is still throwing obstacles i... See more
The Island of Missing TreesElif ShafakPrice: £9.99Mining questions of belonging, identity and trauma, the author of The Architect's Apprentice delivers a multi-layered, b... See moreMining questions of belonging, identity and trauma, the author of The Architect's Apprentice delivers a multi-layered, bittersweet tale of star-crossed love on the divided island of Cyprus a... See more
The Keeper of StoriesSally PagePrice: £8.99Following mysterious cleaner Janice who collects other people’s stories, professing not to have one of her own to tell, ... See moreFollowing mysterious cleaner Janice who collects other people’s stories, professing not to have one of her own to tell, Page’s spellbinding narrative is as joyous and life-affirming as it is... See more
The Summer That Changed UsCathy BramleyPrice: £8.99Full of warmth, tears and sunshine, this moving celebration of the incredible power of friendship from the author of Mer... See moreFull of warmth, tears and sunshine, this moving celebration of the incredible power of friendship from the author of Merrily Ever After finds three women - each scarred in a different way - ... See more
VerityColleen HooverPrice: £9.99The bestselling phenomenon and author of It Ends With Us spins the irresistible tale of a struggling writer who discover... See moreThe bestselling phenomenon and author of It Ends With Us spins the irresistible tale of a struggling writer who discovers more than she bargained for when she accepts an offer to ghost-write... See more
Crime & Thriller
BamburghLJ RossPrice: £8.99Ross weaves another page-turning mystery featuring DCI Ryan, as two bodies are discovered in suspicious circumstances in... See moreRoss weaves another page-turning mystery featuring DCI Ryan, as two bodies are discovered in suspicious circumstances in the titular sleepy Northumbrian village. See more
Murder Before EvensongRichard ColesPrice: £16.99Perfect for fans of The Thursday Murder Club, this brilliant crime debut from The Reverend Richard Coles sees the sleepy... See morePerfect for fans of The Thursday Murder Club, this brilliant crime debut from The Reverend Richard Coles sees the sleepy parish of Champton descend into unexpected chaos, setting Canon Danie... See more
The Paris ApartmentLucy FoleyPrice: £9.99From the bestselling author of two former Waterstones Thrillers of the Month, The Hunting Party and The Guest List, come... See moreFrom the bestselling author of two former Waterstones Thrillers of the Month, The Hunting Party and The Guest List, comes an atmospheric and utterly addictive murder mystery set deep in the ... See more
The Paris ApartmentLucy FoleyPrice: £14.99From the bestselling author of two former Waterstones Thrillers of the Month, The Hunting Party and The Guest List, come... See moreFrom the bestselling author of two former Waterstones Thrillers of the Month, The Hunting Party and The Guest List, comes an atmospheric and utterly addictive murder mystery set deep in the ... See more
The Twyford CodeJanice HallettPrice: £14.99With immense ambition and even greater skill, the author of the bestselling phenomenon The Appeal weaves another complet... See moreWith immense ambition and even greater skill, the author of the bestselling phenomenon The Appeal weaves another completely unique and addictive mystery, revolving around a secret code found... See more
Wrong Place Wrong TimeGillian McAllisterPrice: £14.99An unputdownable tale of a mother trying to prevent the murder her son has committed as she wakes up each morning to fin... See moreAn unputdownable tale of a mother trying to prevent the murder her son has committed as she wakes up each morning to find herself further back in the past, Wrong Place Wrong Time is a riveti... See more
Non-fiction: Narrative
A Visible ManEdward EnninfulPrice: £25.00The groundbreaking first Black editor of British Vogue tells his story from working-class outsider to the apex of the fa... See moreThe groundbreaking first Black editor of British Vogue tells his story from working-class outsider to the apex of the fashion industry and how he has always championed inclusion and represen... See more
brother. do. you. love. me.Manni CoePrice: £22.00Profoundly affecting and powerful, the Coe brothers' joint memoir documents the steady rebuilding of their sibling relat... See moreProfoundly affecting and powerful, the Coe brothers' joint memoir documents the steady rebuilding of their sibling relationship after Manni takes the struggling Reuben out of his care home a... See more
Friends, Lovers and the Big Terrible ThingMatthew PerryPrice: £25.00From worldwide fame as a beloved character in an iconic TV show to a downward spiral of addiction and an inspiring climb... See moreFrom worldwide fame as a beloved character in an iconic TV show to a downward spiral of addiction and an inspiring climb out of the abyss, the Friends legend tells his candid, unflinching an... See more
Madly, DeeplyAlan RickmanPrice: £25.00The beloved and much-missed actor offers his legion of fans a window into Hollywood glamour and theatrical drama in his ... See moreThe beloved and much-missed actor offers his legion of fans a window into Hollywood glamour and theatrical drama in his beautifully written, engaging and revealing diaries. See more
Super-infiniteKatherine RundellPrice: £16.99One of the finest children's writers of her generation turns her attention to the rambunctious life of notorious metaphy... See moreOne of the finest children's writers of her generation turns her attention to the rambunctious life of notorious metaphysical poet John Donne, chronicling his misadventures, myriad occupatio... See more
Tired and TestedSophie McCartneyPrice: £16.99The comedian behind the hit parenting blog Tired ‘N Tested brings all the utterly relatable humour of her Ed Sheeran Sha... See moreThe comedian behind the hit parenting blog Tired ‘N Tested brings all the utterly relatable humour of her Ed Sheeran Shape of You parody to a brilliant memoir that explores the challenges of... See more
Non-fiction: Lifestyle & Illustrated
MenopausingDavina McCallPrice: £22.00Davina McCall and Dr Naomi Potter break the shameful silence over the menopause in this groundbreaking book which discus... See moreDavina McCall and Dr Naomi Potter break the shameful silence over the menopause in this groundbreaking book which discusses every aspect with candour, rigour and common sense. See more
OneJamie OliverPrice: £28.00The one and only Jamie Oliver returns with an exciting new book that simply bursts with inspiration for relaxed home coo... See moreThe one and only Jamie Oliver returns with an exciting new book that simply bursts with inspiration for relaxed home cooking, with over 120 recipes that can all be cooked in a single pan. See more
The Climate BookGreta ThunbergRecommended Retail Price: £25.00Price: £12.50Produced in partnership with over a hundred climate change experts, this essential volume from the iconic activist and f... See moreProduced in partnership with over a hundred climate change experts, this essential volume from the iconic activist and former Waterstones Author of the Year broadens knowledge and awareness ... See more
The Golden MoleKatherine RundellPrice: £16.99Bursting with breathtaking illustrations and exquisite text courtesy of former Waterstones Children's Book Prize winner ... See moreBursting with breathtaking illustrations and exquisite text courtesy of former Waterstones Children's Book Prize winner Katherine Rundell, The Golden Mole highlights the extraordinary abilit... See more
The Story of Art without MenKaty HesselPrice: £30.00A paean to many artists as well as various art forms often overlooked or dismissed, this exciting revisionist history of... See moreA paean to many artists as well as various art forms often overlooked or dismissed, this exciting revisionist history of art turns the limelight on women artists' creativity and the way it h... See more
Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?Julie SmithPrice: £16.99Presented in brilliantly pithy and highly digestible format, Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? is a collection of copi... See morePresented in brilliantly pithy and highly digestible format, Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? is a collection of coping tips from clinical psychologist Dr Julie Smith that will furnish th... See more
Discover
AftermathPreti TanejaPrice: £12.00Harrowing yet at times transcendent, Taneja's searing poetic lament for the colleague cut down by one of her prison stud... See moreHarrowing yet at times transcendent, Taneja's searing poetic lament for the colleague cut down by one of her prison students is a mature, thoughtful and passionate meditation on public trage... See more
As Long As the Lemon Trees GrowZoulfa KatouhPrice: £12.99A searing novel set in war-torn Syria, Katouh's deeply powerful work centres around Salama and her agonising decision as... See moreA searing novel set in war-torn Syria, Katouh's deeply powerful work centres around Salama and her agonising decision as to whether to flee her native country or stay and help those in dange... See more
Carrie Kills A ManCarrie MarshallRecommended Retail Price: £12.99Price: £6.50An irreverent, brash and frequently laugh-out-loud hilarious trans memoir, Carrie Kills a Man explores coming out, trans... See moreAn irreverent, brash and frequently laugh-out-loud hilarious trans memoir, Carrie Kills a Man explores coming out, trans parenthood and cringeworthy fashion disasters with fabulous aplomb. See more
Home Is Not A PlaceJohny PittsPrice: £25.00Combining the formidable talents of poet Roger Robinson and photographer Johny Pitts, Home is Not a Place documents the ... See moreCombining the formidable talents of poet Roger Robinson and photographer Johny Pitts, Home is Not a Place documents the contemporary Black experience throughout Britain, shining a light on c... See more
The Secret Diaries of Charles Ignatius SanchoPaterson JosephPrice: £16.99Narrated in the style of a gloriously witty Regency polemic, The Secret Diaries of Charles Ignatius Sancho reimagines th... See moreNarrated in the style of a gloriously witty Regency polemic, The Secret Diaries of Charles Ignatius Sancho reimagines the life and times of the maverick Black writer and composer in 18th-cen... See more
Children's Fiction
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Diper OverlodeJeff KinneyPrice: £12.99Greg Heffley finds the rock n roll lifestyle isn't all it's cracked up to be in the seventeenth side-splitting instalmen... See moreGreg Heffley finds the rock n roll lifestyle isn't all it's cracked up to be in the seventeenth side-splitting instalment of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, as he tags along with his brothe... See more
Loki: A Bad God's Guide to Being GoodLouie StowellPrice: £7.99Perfect for fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Tom Gates, Stowell's effervescent new series presents the doodle-heavy diar... See morePerfect for fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Tom Gates, Stowell's effervescent new series presents the doodle-heavy diary of trickster god Loki after he is banished to Earth in the body of a... See more
Onyeka and the Academy of the SunTolá OkogwuPrice: £7.99A debut children's novel packed full of memorable characters, Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun is the effervescent stor... See moreA debut children's novel packed full of memorable characters, Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun is the effervescent story of a British-Nigerian girl who discovers her curls have psychokineti... See more
Skandar and the Unicorn ThiefA.F. SteadmanPrice: £12.99Prepare to experience a magical world full of courageous heroes and warrior unicorns in the first instalment of Steadman... See morePrepare to experience a magical world full of courageous heroes and warrior unicorns in the first instalment of Steadman's exhilarating series, as young Skandar takes to the skies to battle ... See more
The First to Die at the EndAdam SilveraPrice: £12.99The bestselling author of former Waterstones Book of the Year shortlisted They Both Die at the End delivers another Youn... See moreThe bestselling author of former Waterstones Book of the Year shortlisted They Both Die at the End delivers another Young Adult classic with a scintillating prequel where new star-crossed lo... See more
TygerSF SaidRecommended Retail Price: £12.99Price: £6.50From the acclaimed author of Varjak Paw comes a compelling story of a world on the brink of destruction and the magical ... See moreFrom the acclaimed author of Varjak Paw comes a compelling story of a world on the brink of destruction and the magical animal discovered in a London rubbish dump that might just be able to ... See more
Children's Non-Fiction
A Better DayDr. Alex GeorgePrice: £9.99The Youth Mental Health Ambassador and author of Live Well Every Day presents his first book for children and young peop... See moreThe Youth Mental Health Ambassador and author of Live Well Every Day presents his first book for children and young people, providing readers with the tools and techniques required to overco... See more
Am I Made of Stardust?Dr Maggie Aderin-PocockPrice: £12.99From black holes to dining experiences on the International Space Station, this wonderful volume from a prize-winning sc... See moreFrom black holes to dining experiences on the International Space Station, this wonderful volume from a prize-winning scientist and broadcaster collates tons of thrilling information for asp... See more
Girlhood UnfilteredEbinehita IyerePrice: £7.99Collecting pieces from real Black teenage girls, this effervescent anthology from South London-based organisation Milk H... See moreCollecting pieces from real Black teenage girls, this effervescent anthology from South London-based organisation Milk Honey Bees is an invaluable guide to Black identity and growing up in t... See more
Queen Elizabeth Volume 88Maria Isabel Sanchez VegaraPrice: £9.99From a young princess to seventy years on the throne, this beautifully illustrated addition to the Little People, Big Dr... See moreFrom a young princess to seventy years on the throne, this beautifully illustrated addition to the Little People, Big Dreams series celebrates the life and work of Britain’s much-loved and m... See more
You Can Do ItMarcus RashfordPrice: £9.99From the international football icon, activist and author of You Are a Champion comes another volume to inspire and ener... See moreFrom the international football icon, activist and author of You Are a Champion comes another volume to inspire and energise young readers, helping them to find their voices and use their as... See more
You Don't Know What War IsYeva SkalietskaPrice: £9.99Chronicling 12 life-changing days for 12-year-old Yeva Skalietska, You Don't Know What War Is details the terrifying fli... See moreChronicling 12 life-changing days for 12-year-old Yeva Skalietska, You Don't Know What War Is details the terrifying flight of Yeva and her grandmother from bomb-ravaged Kharkiv to safety in... See more
Children's Illustrated
Grandad's CamperHarry WoodgatePrice: £7.99Delightfully colourful and carrying a warm, positive message of inclusion and love, Woodgate's uplifting picture book de... See moreDelightfully colourful and carrying a warm, positive message of inclusion and love, Woodgate's uplifting picture book depicts a grandad recapturing the adventures of his youth courtesy of hi... See more
The BaddiesJulia DonaldsonPrice: £12.99The enormously popular picture book duo returns with another hilarious and heartwarming tale steeped in effortless rhyme... See moreThe enormously popular picture book duo returns with another hilarious and heartwarming tale steeped in effortless rhyme, as a trio of thoroughly despicable villains find that scaring a reso... See more
The Heartstopper YearbookAlice OsemanPrice: £14.99For the legions of fans of Alice Oseman's bestselling Heartstopper series comes this fully illustrated companion boastin... See moreFor the legions of fans of Alice Oseman's bestselling Heartstopper series comes this fully illustrated companion boasting a new mini-comic, never-before-seen illustrations, trivia, character... See more
What the Ladybird Heard at ChristmasJulia DonaldsonPrice: £12.99Inept villains Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len are plotting to steal the children's presents in this rhyming festive outing for... See moreInept villains Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len are plotting to steal the children's presents in this rhyming festive outing for Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks' beloved, resourceful ladybird. See more