2025 Women’s Prize for Fiction Shortlist Announced, Showcasing Diverse Voices

The six shortlisted novels include works by four debut authors and two established writers, exploring themes of identity, history, and self-discovery.

The 2025 Women’s Prize for Fiction shortlist features six novels selected by a panel of five judges chaired by Kit de Waal.
Four debut authors—Aria Aber, Sanam Mahloudji, Nussaibah Younis, and Vale van der Wouden—are recognized for their fresh perspectives.
Established authors Miranda July and Elizabeth Strout return to the shortlist, with Strout previously shortlisted twice and longlisted four times.
The shortlisted novels address themes such as cultural identity, radicalism, family dynamics, and self-discovery, with a focus on human connection.
The winner, to be announced on June 12, 2025, at a London ceremony, will receive £30,000 and the 'Bessie' statuette.