Gardners are delighted to once again sponsor the Independent Bookseller of the Year Award for the 17th Year at the British Book Awards! We are passionate about supporting booksellers, and after the challenges thrown at our trade in past 12 months, their resilience has proven stronger than ever.

The lucky winner of this award will win £5000 to spend on their shop!

Gardners are the only award sponsor who offer their category winner a cash prize.

The deadline for entries is Thursday 29th January 2026.