The British Book Awards 2025 has announced its nominees for the Independent Bookshop of the Year, featuring ten exceptional indie bookstores from London. These shops were recognized for their contributions to local communities and the literary scene, with 72 shops nominated across the country. Tom Tivnan of The Bookseller praised the quality and energy in this year's submissions. Newcomer Bàrd Books celebrated its nomination with enthusiasm, while Backstory expressed joy at being recognized again. Winners will be announced on March 11, with the overall winner revealed at the awards ceremony on May 12.
The British Book Awards 2025 Independent Bookshop of the Year nominations highlight the importance of local bookstores, emphasizing their role in fostering community engagement.
Tom Tivnan from The Bookseller praises the depth of quality among nominations, noting the impressive variety from established shops to newcomers.
Bàrd Books, a new shop, expressed excitement at its nomination, celebrating the achievement with staff behind the bar.
Backstory, nominated for the second year in a row, reflects on the joy of being recognized alongside outstanding independent bookshops.
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