I’m absolutely delighted to let you know that Our Endless Numbered Days has been longlisted in the Desmond Elliot Prize. This prestigious prize is awarded annually to a UK debut novel. My book is up against some stiff competition though, including Elizabeth is Missing by Emma Healey and The miniaturist by Jessie Burton. The shortlist is announced in May.
More information about the prize and the other longlisted novels can be found here.
Many congratulations, Claire. Fingers crossed for you!
Thanks, Susan! I’m delighted.
Huge congratulations Claire – you must be tickled pink 😊
Thank you! I’m going to be smiling all day!
Congratulations, you must be so delighted.
Thanks Angela – I am!
That’s amazing – well done indeed!
Thanks, James!
Congratulations, Claire!
Many great books on that list, but I have my fingers crossed for you (and Carys Bray, I loved Izzy Bradley…).
Yes, my TBR pile has grown considerably!
Fantastic news, Claire! I’m so pleased for you. X
Thanks Louise. Sorry I couldn’t share the news the other day..
Congratulations! Well done.
Thank you!
A great achievement to be on such an illustrious long list, Claire; well done! I guess April is going to be a long month now…
Yes, and half of May! But I am really just pleased to have got this far.
It’s an excellent list and you fully deserve to be on it – delighted for you and good luck!
Thank you!
Congratulations…. And Here’s Hopin”
Thank you!
Way to go Claire! You are on fire!!
Thanks, Dawn!
You are in good company there and I wish you a leap to the top. I can’t remember when I read a book so fast as Our Endless Numbered Days.
Thanks Hilary. So pleased you liked it.
That’s marvelous! Congratulations 😀
Thank you!
From what I read, it has a good chance. Good luck! I’m sure you’ll be eager to hear the results in a few weeks. 🙂
Thanks David!
So delighted for you. I have enjoyed reading your journey to publication and this must be icing on the cake!
Thanks Debra! It is! I’m delighted.
Congrats, Claire. My fingers are crossed. How exciting!
Congratulations. A very well deserved nomination.