Alan Candlish

The provided text details the history and evolution of the British Book Awards, also known as the Nibbies. Established in 1990, these awards have undergone several name changes and ownership shifts over the years, including periods as the National Book Awards under different sponsors like Galaxy and Specsavers. The awards were revived by The Bookseller in 2017, returning to their original name. The text outlines the various categories, including Books of the Year, Children's Book of the Year, Fiction Book of the Year, and Crime & Thriller Book of the Year, noting changes and additions to these categories over time. Specific winners and notable moments from recent years, such as Margaret Atwood receiving the Freedom to Publish Award and Katherine Rundell being named Author of the Year, are also highlighted. The evolution of award categories, such as the splitting of children's and audiobook awards and the reintroduction of others, reflects the changing landscape of the publishing industry.