Books Are My Bag Readers Awards
The only book awards curated by bookshops and chosen by readers like you!
The 2026 shortlists will be revealed on Thursday 8th October.
We're proud to support the National Year of Reading
If you're into it... read into it! In 2026, every adult, young person and child are invited to Go All In – to discover how reading can make the things you already love even richer.
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Give a gift beyond words for any occasion
There's a National Book Token for every reader and for every occasion, from birthdays to Bat Mitzvahs.
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Buy and spend in bookshops everywhere
Visit one of the hundreds of bookshops in the UK & Ireland that accept National Book Tokens.
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Discover our prize draws
Don't miss our competitions to win signed books and exciting prizes, including National Book Tokens galore.
