Indie Childrens Author Network launches new industry awards for 2027
The Indie Children's Author Network has introduced its inaugural annual awards, opening nominations for an independent bookshop category to be presented in April 2027.
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The Indie Children's Author Network launched its inaugural annual awards on 2 November 2026, opening nominations for its first category, Bookshop of the Year 2027. The Bookseller reported that the awards ceremony will take place in April 2027. [1]
The new awards scheme aims to recognise individuals, businesses, and organisations that contribute to the independent children's publishing industry. According to the Bookseller, further award categories will be announced in the coming months. [1]
The inaugural bookshop category specifically celebrates independent bookshops that champion children's literature. The Bookseller reported that members of the public, authors, illustrators, publishers, and booksellers are all invited to submit nominations. [1]
The organization stated that it is actively seeking nominations for bookshops that create welcoming environments for young readers. Further details on additional categories and submission guidelines are expected prior to the event. [1]
In short
- The Indie Children's Author Network launched its inaugural awards on 2 November 2026.
- Bookshop of the Year 2027 is the first category announced for the award scheme.
- The awards ceremony will take place in April 2027.
- Nominations are open to readers, authors, illustrators, publishers, and booksellers.
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- [1]ICAN launches inaugural awards with bookshop categoryThe Bookseller, 1d ago (the report this story comes from)
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