I feel you on this. I was a judge for the Baillie Gifford Prize for Nonfiction and although it took up a large chunk of time, I loved every minute of it. I learned so much it was like getting another degree. For those who love books, being a prize judge really is a dream job.
Yes! My brain has expanded for sure. And I know I will miss it when it’s over but it’s inspired me to read more widely. That’s amazing what year did you judge?
This year! Brain still bulging and I have loads of non-fiction recommendations for people. It definitely pushed me into reading in some areas where I don't usually. And I also re-gained my confidence that yes I can actually sit and read an actual physical book many hundreds of pages long without looking at my phone!
Our book group were so proud to shadow review one of the shortlisted non fiction books for last year’s Women’s Prize. Reading them all is a daunting prospect but we look forward to seeing what is chosen.
Truly living the dream -- I'm so curious to hear about the books you enjoy, despite the danger of ending up in a similar sea of books. It's worth it for the good reading.
This is amazing!! I hope you write something about the whole process once it is finished - would love to hear about a little behind the scenes of how the selection process of the winner goes.
I feel you on this. I was a judge for the Baillie Gifford Prize for Nonfiction and although it took up a large chunk of time, I loved every minute of it. I learned so much it was like getting another degree. For those who love books, being a prize judge really is a dream job.
Yes! My brain has expanded for sure. And I know I will miss it when it’s over but it’s inspired me to read more widely. That’s amazing what year did you judge?
This year! Brain still bulging and I have loads of non-fiction recommendations for people. It definitely pushed me into reading in some areas where I don't usually. And I also re-gained my confidence that yes I can actually sit and read an actual physical book many hundreds of pages long without looking at my phone!
Our book group were so proud to shadow review one of the shortlisted non fiction books for last year’s Women’s Prize. Reading them all is a daunting prospect but we look forward to seeing what is chosen.
May the best (WOMEN) writer win!
How wonderfully exciting! I can't wait to see the shortlist!
This is so amazing! Congratulations.
Bravo!
HUGE congratulations 🥂
Brilliant that you’ll be one of the judges!
Thank you ! Am thrilled! xo
Wonderful news! Can’t wait to hear the shortlist!
Congratulations Emma! 🥳💪🥂🤩 This is awesome news.. I love it! What a lovely photo.. you look so chuffed and proud ☺️👍
Congratulations Emma 🙌
I honestly didn't know the disparity was this bad up until you put the figures to our faces. Thank you!
Great news Emma! Also enjoy Italy! It's still my absolute favourite place in world.
Congratulations! They picked an excellent team.
Truly living the dream -- I'm so curious to hear about the books you enjoy, despite the danger of ending up in a similar sea of books. It's worth it for the good reading.
Wow!!! Congratulations!! Definitely dream job alert, can’t wait to hear what you recommend
This is amazing!! I hope you write something about the whole process once it is finished - would love to hear about a little behind the scenes of how the selection process of the winner goes.
+1 on this request for an inside scoop. Love that idea!
Yes yes! Want to share as much as I’m allowed to! ✨✨