Thank you to all the authors, illustrators, and publishers who submitted their fantastic books for this year’s awards! The entries are in, and we’re gearing up for an exciting few weeks as we review this year’s brilliant selection of children’s books.

The Week Junior Book Awards celebrate the best in children's literature across 13 categories, from exciting adventures and heartwarming stories to exciting non-fiction and eye-catching illustrations. These awards highlight the very best in books for young readers and aim to inspire children to discover their next great read.

Stay tuned as we announce the shortlisted books this June and open up the voting for our Children's Choice Award. And don’t forget – our readers will also get to decide the winner of the Children's Book Cover of the Year Award! Look out for more details on this website and in The Week Junior magazine.

We can’t wait to celebrate the best children's books with you soon!