2026 British Book Awards
The 2026 British Book Awards, better known as the Nibbies, arrived alongside the National Year of Reading with plenty to celebrate across the UK book world. This year’s winners and shortlisted titles reminded readers exactly why stories matter.
On 11 May 2026, some of the familiar names, alongside exciting new voices, were recognised for the books readers simply couldn’t put down. These standout titles deserve a spot on your Libby holds list.
Boleyn Traitor
by Philippa Gregory
Boleyn Traitor claimed the top spot in this fiercely contested category, drawing readers deep into Jane Boleyn’s dangerous world of court politics, betrayal, and survival. Rich in drama and tension, this fresh take on Tudor history was unforgettable.
Careless People
by Sarah Wynn-Williams
Hilarious and deeply unsettling in all the right ways, this memoir follows one woman’s experience inside the powerful world of big tech. By the final page, you’ll likely be looking at the digital world around you very differently.
A Case of Mice and Murder
by Sally Smith
When barrister Gabriel Ward stumbles into a suspicious case involving the Lord Chief Justice of England, he quickly realises the truth is far messier than anything argued in court. This mystery keeps the twists coming.
Cursed Daughters
by Oyinkan Braithwaite
This story blends love, fate, and generational secrets into one gripping read. After saving a handsome stranger from drowning, Eniiyi finds herself pulled into a romance shadowed by a terrifying family curse.
Sunrise on the Reaping
by Suzanne Collins
This phenomenon continues to grip readers everywhere with this anticipated return to the Hunger Games universe. Following Haymitch Abernathy during the fiftieth Hunger Games, Sunrise on the Reaping delivers high stakes, heartbreak, and the kind of tension fans can’t get enough of.
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Published May 12, 2026
Kiki Faison
Kiki Faison has dreamed of being a writer for as long as she can remember, and today she’s living that dream. When she's not working or volunteering locally, she enjoys exploring nature with her daughter and pup, getting lost in suspense novels, and hunting for treasures while thrifting.