Warwickshire Schools Library Service Supporting reading and learning in schools
2022/2023

Warwickshire Junior Book Award 2023

We are delighted to reveal the shortlist for the Junior Book Award 2023. Our team have carefully selected some of the best books published in the last year. The award is aimed at Years 5 and 6 and is a great way to support reading for pleasure and enrich pupils' reading experiences.

  • The Whisperling by Hayley Hoskins
  • Grandpa Frank’s Great Big Bucket List by Jenny Pearson
  • The Unmorrow Curse by Jasmine Richards
  • Ajay and the Mumbai Sun by Varsha Shah

We will be hosting a final ceremony for schools to attend on Thursday 29th June, 10am-12.30pm at The Benn Hall, Rugby. We have invited all the authors too. We are looking forward to seeing you all. 

Please get in touch with us for further information. Email: schoolslibraryservice@warwickshire.gov.uk