The Indie Book Awards return for yet another year, celebrating fantastic books and giving people inspiration for what they can read next. There are four categories to choose from: Fiction, Non-Fiction, Children’s Fiction and Picture Book – so there’s something for everyone.

You can be assured that all titles come highly recommended by independent booksellers from across the country so your reading choices are curated by a vast number of knowledgeable experts. The Indie Book Awards, chosen by independent booksellers, celebrate the best summer reads, whether this is at home or on the beach or somewhere further afield.

This years Indie Book Awards winners:
Fiction Winner 2025 – James by Percival Everett.
Non-Fiction Winner 2025 – Ingrained : The making of a craftsman by Callum Robinson
Children’s Fiction Winner 2025 – Ghostlines by Katya Balen
Picture Books Winner 2025 – The Golden Hare by Paddy Donnelly