The Jhalak Prize 2023

The Jhalak Prize 2023 awards ceremony celebrates the diverse contributions of writers of color in Britain, highlighting works that disrupt, challenge, and redefine contemporary literature. The event honors the legacy of judge Stephen Thompson while showcasing a vibrant shortlist across fiction, non-fiction, and children’s categories. Judges emphasize the prize's role in uncovering multifaceted truths and fostering an inclusive literary landscape, supported by a network of independent bookshops. The ceremony culminates in the recognition of Danielle Jawando’s *When Our Worlds Collided* for the Children’s and Young Adult Prize and Travis Alabanza’s *None of the Above* for the main Jhalak Prize. These winning works exemplify the mission to provide a platform for underrepresented voices, archiving personal experiences of identity and resilience while encouraging new, imaginative futures for readers across the country.