QBD 2024 Book of the Year winners announced

QBD has announced the winners of the chain’s 2024 Book of the Year.

The winning titles are:

Fiction

• The Ledge (Christian White, Affirm)

Nonfiction

• The Voice Inside (John Farnham with Poppy Stockell, Hachette)

Children’s

• The 113th Assistant Librarian (Stuart Wilson, Penguin).

QBD Books CEO Nick Croydon said: ‘As a bookseller, it’s immensely rewarding to see the passion and creativity of authors resonating so strongly with our readers. These books not only entertain but also inspire, educate, and connect us in profound ways.’

Of the win, White said: ‘Winning the QBD Book of the Year feels like getting a giant gold star from the universe. It’s an honour and a reminder of QBD’s wonderful support. Awards like this inspire authors to keep creating and help readers discover new worlds and perspectives.’ Farnham said: ‘I am blown away. Thank you. And to all the booksellers, l am so very grateful for your support and for embracing the book.’ And Wilson said: ‘Among other things, The 113th Assistant Librarian is a story about my love of books, so I’m thrilled to see it resonate with so many readers!’

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