The Wainwright Prizes

Author, speaker & creative force behind Bringing Up Race and Raising Boys Who Do Better, Uju returns to judge the Children’s Wainwright Prize.

She shares thoughts on nature writing as activism, the power of inclusive storytelling, and what gives her hope for the next generation.

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Absolutely thrilled that my book THE LIE OF THE LAND has been shortlisted for the @wainwrightprize.bsky.social for conservation writing!

Honoured to join an incredible shortlist of authors including @robgmacfarlane.bsky.social @frediotto.bsky.social

More here:
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We couldn't be more thrilled to announce that Swoop Sing Perch Paddle by Carry Akroyd and John McEwen has been shortlisted for the @wainwrightprize.bsky.social for Illustrative Books!

This beautiful book celebrates British birds in all their colour and glory🐦

Have you got your copy yet?

For the ones who can lose hours to a good book, and whole afternoons to the wild... 📚🍃

The 2025 #WainwrightPrize shortlists have been announced!

Your next read awaits.👇

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We are delighted that #TheAccidentalGarden by Richard Mabey is shortlisted for the Wainwright Prize for nature writing 🍃

In Richard Mabey's Norfolk garden, nature is an equal partner.

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Exciting news!!!!!!
Thanks @wainwrightprize.bsky.social!

HOP HOP HOORAY - Frog: A Story of Life on Earth has been shortlisted for the @wainwrightprize.bsky.social!!! 💚🐸💚🐸💚🐸

My book - ClimateINJustice is shortlisted for the @wainwrightprize.bsky.social ! Really happy about this, as it's not traditional conservation writing - but conserving & fighting for us humans & our rights wainwrightprize.com/shortlist-20...

The Perimeter is now shortlisted for the @wainwrightprize.bsky.social ! If the book spoke to you, I’d love if you’d share it with others – every word of mouth helps. 👉 amzn.to/4mpt9SH ⛺️📷⛺️📷⛺️📷⛺️

Overjoyed to have The Wild by Yuval Zommer from @oxfordchildrens.bsky.social on this shortlist! #WainwrightPrize

Land of the Last Wildcat has been shortlisted for the @wainwrightprize.bsky.social Children’s Fiction Award. Such a thrill & honour for my debut book to be selected- thank you!

Congratulations to David, Chloe and all at Canongate! 🍃

Nature's Genius by David Farrier: Shortlisted for the 2025 Wainwright Prize for Conservation Writing

Raising Hare by Chloe Dalton: Shortlisted for the 2025 Wainwright Prize for Nature Writing

Massive congratulations to David Farrier @david-farrier.bsky.social author of Nature's Genius & Chloe Dalton @chloedalton.bsky.social author of Raising Hare, shortlisted for the Wainwright Conservation & Nature Writing prizes respectively this morning! @wainwrightprize.bsky.social

Congratulations Helen! 🍃

I’m over the moon that What the Wild Sea Can Be has been shortlisted for @wainwrightprize.bsky.social It’s a thrill and an honour to see my book alongside these 6 amazing titles and their fabulous authors
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Congratulations to Kengo and all at Pushkin! 🍃

The link between books and nature can be so powerful, and it's something we think about a lot.

So huge congratulations to all the authors and illustrators nominated for the @wainwrightprize.bsky.social, and thank you for creating such inspiring reads for young people 👇

We’re excited to share the 2025 Children’s #WainwrightPrize for Picture Books Shortlist! 📚

Bold, beautiful and hopeful. These picture books nurture a lifelong love for nature through story, rhythm and stunning visuals.

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We’re thrilled to reveal the 2025 Children’s #WainwrightPrize for Non-Fiction Shortlist!✨

Brimming with facts, fun and discovery. This shortlist invites young readers to explore nature’s mysteries with curiosity and joy.

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We’re excited to reveal the 2025 Children’s #WainwrightPrize for Fiction Shortlist! 🌿

Stories of wonder, courage and care. These authors inspire the next generation to imagine a better, wilder world.

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Meet the 2025 #WainwrightPrize for Illustrative Books Shortlist! 🖌️

Visually rich and deeply evocative. A celebration of art, photography and illustration that brings the wild to life in powerful new ways.

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We’re thrilled to announce the 2025 #WainwrightPrize for Conservation Writing Shortlist! 🌍

Urgent, unflinching and globally minded. These books confront the environmental crises shaping our world and the paths to change.

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We’re delighted to reveal the 2025 #WainwrightPrize for Nature Writing Shortlist! 🌿

Poetic, personal and place-rooted. These books explore the richness of land, language and belonging in the natural world.

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We’re thrilled to announce the 2025 #WainwrightPrize shortlists!

From climate and conservation to poetry, place and powerful storytelling for young readers, this year’s books celebrate our connection to the natural world.

Explore them all: wainwrightprize.com

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Three categories. One wild mission: to inspire a lifelong love for nature. 🌍📚

The 2025 Children’s #WainwrightPrize longlists are here with stories of wonder, wildlife, and environmental hope for young readers of all ages.

Explore the full longlists: wainwrightprize.com

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Nature writing is both sanctuary + activism. This year’s judge JC Niala reflects on what makes the genre vital today, from fireflies in Kenya to the words we use to name the wild. 📚

🔗 Read her full interview: bit.ly/419ApKf

Couldn't agree more! 💚

Spending time with a good nature book does something no screen can: it slows the mind, grounds the body, and reconnects you with the world.

Reading nature writing isn’t just good for your brain, it’s good for your soul.

What book has done that for you lately? 🌿📚

Swifts spend nearly their entire lives in the air, eating, sleeping, and even mating while flying. But UK swift numbers have dropped by 60% in 25 years.

These sky dancers need our help to keep soaring.

Want to help kids fall in love with nature? We’ve rounded up 7 simple outdoor activities, paired with brilliant books from the Children's #WainwrightPrize longlist, to inspire young minds.

From birdwatching to bug safaris, these small moments plant big seeds of care.

Read here: bit.ly/4kV13xH