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2025 Longlist Announced

Featuring 35 titles exploring themes of self-discovery, grief, hope, and the transformative power of books, nature, and the environment through bold and innovative storytelling and illustration.

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The world’s best book club, shadowing the Carnegies judges, casting your vote, and more!

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Carnegies digital collection

Free access for schools to a selection of 2025 Carnegie digital titles on Sora.

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2025 Writing Longlist

Highlighting empathy and diversity, these 19 works range from gripping dystopian adventures to stories about navigating grief and self-esteem.

Shadowers Choice Winners Event

Join a free webinar on 4 March supported by ALCS, with Manjeet Mann, Dean Atta, and Tia Fisher.

Order your Carnegie books

Pre-order your discounted shortlist packs from Scholastic, our official book supplier!

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Attend the 2025 ceremony

Find out more about how your group can attend the ceremony in June, and sign up now.

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2025 Illustration Longlist

Featuring vibrant colours and innovative mediums, these 16 works delightfully portray themes like caring for nature and the power of reading.

2025 Carnegies Timetable

Mark you calendar with the key dates for the 2025 Carnegie awards cycle.

Latest news from the Carnegies

12th February, 2025

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Longlists Announced For The Carnegies 2025

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29th January, 2025

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Carnegie Awards Return To Matilda's Stage With Host Joseph Coelho And New Sponsor Sora

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23rd January, 2025

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The Carnegies Renew Media Partnership With Award-winning Children's Newspaper First News

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