Baileys Women's Prize for Fiction

The Baileys Women's Prize for Fiction is a prestigious UK literary award established in 1996, recognizing outstanding fiction written by women. Each year, it celebrates diverse voices and storytelling that challenge, inspire, and resonate with readers worldwide. The prize aims to elevate female authors and promote gender equality in the literary community. Finalists and winners are selected by a panel of judges, with the winning author receiving a monetary award and increased recognition. The prize helps highlight exceptional contemporary women's literature, fostering cultural dialogue and supporting women writers’ careers.