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Coventry Inspiration Book Awards 2025

This award is for the best book for young adult readers aged over 13. There are 8 shortlisted books carefully selected by a panel of teachers and librarians. These books were chosen for readers who want to try a wider range of YA books than just the best seller list. There are many different genres and styles included from verse novels to stories that reflect the real life, world building fantasy and an edge of your seat thriller! Please read and comment on the books and don’t forget to vote for your favourite!

Sister spirit HP

Sister spirit

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  This book was evicted in Round 4.
Wild east HP

Wild East

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  This book was evicted in Round 2.
The mercury in me HP

The mercury in me

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  This book was a runner-up.
Thieves gambit HP

Thieves' Gambit

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  This book was evicted in Round 5.
Seven million sunflowers HP

Seven million sunflowers

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  This book was evicted in Round 1.
A cruel twist of fate HP

A cruel twist of fate

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  This book was a runner-up.
Girl goddess queen HP

Girl, goddess, queen

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  This book was the category winner.
Not like other girls HP

Not like other girls

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  This book was evicted in Round 3.