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Women’s prize for fiction: tales of power, agency, ageing and connection – six experts review the shortlist

The Women’s prize for fiction has been awarded to a female author of any nationality for the best novel written in English since 1996. In its 30th year, it is now one of the most influential literary awards in the world.

The Conversation · Jun 8

The Mercy Step by Marcia Hutchinson review – indie debut on the Women’s prize shortlist

This vivid story of a Caribbean childhood in 1960s Bradford does not stint on accounts of poverty and systemic abuse, yet is pungent with wit and colour

The Guardian - UK · May 21

Two British authors among writers shortlisted for 2026 Women’s Prize for Fiction

Former Australian prime minister Julia Gillard is the chair of judges, while author and DJ Annie Macmanus is also on the judging panel.

Evening Standard · Apr 22

'Working class and middle class both feel neglected': The 'perfect storm' that weakened Labour's grip on Ancoats and Beswick

A racism row, unpopular policies and neglect

Manchester Evening News · Mar 6, 2022