The Branford Boase first novel award has been won by a quite exceptional book about football - Keeper by Mal Peet.
In the next day or two, ACHUKA will feature an interview with Mal Peet and a short taste of the quality of the writing in the novel.
The shortlist was extremely strong and the judges decided to make a Highly Commended Award to Fish by L. S. Matthews.
The award prizes (sponsored this year by Terry Pratchett) were presented by last year's winner, Kevin Brooks.
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