The Nota Bene prize is all about championing rising talent and powerful stories that readers love, and this year’s shortlist is a wonderful example of that. The seven shortlisted titles, selected in coordination with a panel of notable readers, are thought-provoking and relatable reads that have received organic, word-of-mouth recognition, and are deserving of a wider readership.

Championing influential fiction, the Nota Bene Prize will guide open-minded readers towards acclaimed works of fiction that have been recommended by trusted, passionate, and notable readers.

The seven titles that made the cut to secure a place on the shortlist are:

Black Butterflies by Priscilla Morris
I'm a Fan by Sheena Patel
I'm Sorry You Feel That Way by Rebecca Wait
Our Wives Under The Sea by Julia Armfield
Trespasses by Louise Kennedy
When I Sing, Mountains Dance by Irene Sola
Young Mungo by Douglas Stuart

The winning book will be awarded a cash prize of £1500 when announced at a ceremony on Monday 4th September 2023.

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