Scottish Teenage Book Prize

The Scottish Teenage Book Prize celebrates the very best in Scottish teen fiction, and aims to encourage reading for pleasure amongst teenagers.

Teenagers holding the Scottish Teenage Book Prize shortlist

The winning book is voted for entirely by pupils in schools and libraries across Scotland.

The 2020 Scottish Teenage Book Prize will open on 2 September 2019.

In the meantime, find out more about this year's winner Farewell Tour of a Terminal Optimist by John Young (Kelpies Edge), or explore learning resources based on the shortlisted books.

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