30th ANNUAL BOOK AWARDS Shortlists


More than 140 books were submitted for consideration in the 30th Annual Reading the West Book Awards. Independent booksellers across twelve states read all the books and chose their favorites. Now we’re asking you to help choose the best of the best! See all the shortlist titles below and cast your ballot. The winners will be announced on May 20, 2020.


ADULT FICTION



NARRATIVE NONFICTION



VISUAL NONFICTION



YOUNG ADULT FICTION



YOUNG READERS



PICTURE BOOKS



EATING THE WEST



ADVOCACY AWARD