Award judges decide who wins the $40,000 Mark & Evette Moran Nib Literary Award, but now we are asking you to play judge and tell us who you think should win!

Cast your vote in support of your favourite 2025 shortlisted author and you could win a fabulous Nib Award prize pack containing:

• A set of all six shortlisted books
• A $200 gift voucher from Gertrude & Alice Bookstore (can be used online or instore)

The 2025 Mark & Evette Moran Nib Literary Award finalist with the most votes will win the Nib People's Choice Prize ($4,000).

Haven't read all the books? No worries! Simply vote for your favourite author, the title you think is most intriguing, or the premise you find the most compelling.

Voting is open nationally until 11.59pm on Thursday 9 October!

About the award

The Mark & Evette Moran Nib Literary Award is presented annually by Waverley Council with support from principal sponsors, Mark and Evette Moran, and community partner Gertrude & Alice Bookstore and Cafe.