YOU COULD BE SO PRETTY by Holly Bourne is Longlisted for the Carnagie Medal for Writing

We are thrilled to announce that You Could Be So Pretty by Holly Bourne has been longlisted for the prestigious Carnegie Medal for Writing in 2025.

Described as “The Handmaid’s Tale for the Insta generation” by The Times and “razor-sharp and compelling” by The Observer, You Could Be So Pretty delves into a dystopian society where young women face stringent beauty standards dictated by the Doctrine. The narrative follows two protagonists, Belle and Joni, as they navigate choices between conforming to societal expectations or challenging the status quo.

The Carnegie Medal for Writing is renowned for recognizing outstanding literary works for children and young adults.

Congratulations to Holly Bourne on this well-deserved recognition!