Little Island named 'Small Press of the Year' Finalist at The British Book Awards

We’re proud to share the news that Little Island has been shortlisted as a finalist for Small Press of the Year at the British Book Awards.

This year’s award, proudly sponsored by TJ Books, received the largest ever number of entries, resulting in a record-breaking shortlist featuring exceptional independent publishers from across the UK and Ireland. To be recognised among such an inspiring group of presses is an enormous honour.

As Philip Jones, editor of The Bookseller, said:

“(...) Life is tough for the small presses, with sales and funding elusive in equal measure, but their spirit, knowledge of what their readers really want, smart author management, and with campaigns built to exploit niches and gaps in the market, results in often very remarkable successes.”

Learn more about the 2026 'Nibbies' here.