18 June 2026

The Not-So-Ordinary Diary of Amelia Melon and You by Brigitta Bajsz

My Kind of Freedom by Michaela Bellach

Sunni Bell’s Guide to Harbouring a Fugitive Gorilla and Other Life Lessons by Claire Mi-Son Hennon

The Jellyfish Cure for Growing Up by Joanna Todd

A huge congratulations to all the shortlisted authors, and a big thank you to everyone who entered our competition - we've loved reading all your stories. 

We can't wait to share what comes next!