Here is the Shortlist for the Women's Prize for Fiction 2025

The shortlist includes stories from the Middle East.

  • Publish date: Tuesday، 13 May 2025
Here is the Shortlist for the Women's Prize for Fiction 2025

The shortlist for the 2025 Women’s Prize for Fiction has officially been revealed, showcasing six outstanding novels by women authors from around the world. 

The winner will receive £30,000 and the bronze statuette 'Bessie'. 

Leading the shortlist is Good Girl by Aria Aber, a powerful exploration of identity and exile.

Here is the Shortlist for the Women's Prize for Fiction 2025

Miranda July, acclaimed for her offbeat storytelling, makes the list with All Fours, a novel praised for its quirky introspection and emotional depth. The Persians by Sanam Mahloudji offers a poignant look into family and displacement, weaving a rich historical narrative.

Pulitzer Prize-winner Elizabeth Strout returns to the spotlight with Tell Me Everything, continuing her legacy of crafting deeply human characters and interwoven small-town stories.

The Safekeep by Yael van der Wouden has been recognized for its haunting portrayal of memory and survival, while political analyst-turned-author Nussaibah Younis earns her place with Fundamentally, a timely, gripping novel exploring global power dynamics and personal conviction.

Here is the Shortlist for the Women's Prize for Fiction 2025

The 2025 shortlist highlights the diversity and depth of contemporary women’s fiction. The winner of the Women’s Prize for Fiction will be announced on June 12, 2025. With such a strong lineup, this year’s prize promises to honor a novel that truly resonates with readers around the world.

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