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Free book competitions in the UK - win new releases, book bundles and audiobooks from publishers and magazines. Every prize draw is free to enter, and new book giveaways are added as they open.
Books Competitions
A Tremendously Bettys Hamper filled with tea, coffee, chocolates, and treats, paired with six signed blockbuster thrillers by David Baldacci. The book collection includes titles such as All In, The 6:20 Man, and The Edge.
How to enter: Fill in the entry form with your details.
Who can enter: UK residents aged 18+
Win a signed copy of Laura Purcell's haunted house novel alongside a Fortnum & Mason 'Wicked Wicker' cauldron-shaped hamper filled with seasonal treats. Ten runners-up will also receive a signed copy of the book.
How to enter: Fill in the entry form on the National Book Tokens website.
Who can enter: UK and Ireland residents aged 18+
Suggested Answer: Laura Purcell
A limited edition A2-sized framed print of the 'Fictional Selves' artwork, personally signed by the iconic actor Kyle MacLachlan. The prize celebrates the release of his candid and deeply personal memoir.
Suggested Answer: Fictional Selves
A comprehensive prize package including a full set of ten signed books by Sebastian Barry, a Wrights of Howth 'Taste of Ireland' food hamper, and a £45 National Book Token. Ten runners-up will also receive a signed copy of The Newer World.
How to enter: Fill in the entry form on the website.
Who can enter: UK and Ireland residents aged 18+
Suggested Answer: Irish Book Week
A variety of prizes including a £500 top cash prize, a Kobo Libra Colour, and a dash cam. Multiple smaller cash prizes ranging from £20 to £40 and various crime fiction books are also available for winners.
How to enter: Fill in the entry form with the correct puzzle answers from the magazine.
Who can enter: UK residents aged 18+
Suggested Answer: A
A £25 National Book Token to be won by one lucky reader. Entrants must complete a ten-question literary quiz to be eligible for the prize draw.
Question: Which author wrote the 2022 bestselling novel Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow?
Suggested Answer: Gabrielle Zevin
A collection of Rod Campbell classics including Dear Zoo and Dear Santa books, sticker activity books, and a lift-the-flap jigsaw puzzle. Two runners-up will each receive a copy of Dear Santa.
How to enter: Fill in the entry form on the competition page.
Who can enter: UK residents aged 18+
Suggested Answer: Rod Campbell
Win all five books in L T Shearer's charming and cosy Conrad and the Cat Detective series, including the latest release The Cat and the Halloween Murder. Three lucky winners will each receive the complete set of paperbacks and the newest hardback.
How to enter: Fill out the entry form on the competition page.
Who can enter: UK residents aged 18+
A collection of the six non-fiction books shortlisted for the 2026 Baillie Gifford Prize. The set includes titles such as Baldwin by Nicholas Boggs, London Falling by Patrick Radden Keefe, and Alexander by Edmund Richardson.
Win a signed copy of Mestra along with copies of Circe, The Song of Achilles, and Galatea. The prize includes a Mediterranean food hamper from Odysea for UK entrants or Fallon & Byrne for ROI/NI entrants, plus 10 runner-up copies of Mestra.
Suggested Answer: Madeline Miller
A luxury beauty collection featuring 10 award-winning products including Kiehl’s Line Reducing Concentrate, Dermalogica SPF30, and Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheat. The winner also receives a signed and dedicated copy of The Beauty Bible Iconic Edition book.
How to enter: Fill in your details in the entry form on the page.
Suggested Answer: The Beauty Bible Iconic Edition
A complete set of the award-winning fantasy adventure series by Kieran Larwood. This epic series set in a world of rabbits is perfect for readers aged 9 and above.
How to enter: Fill in the entry form on the competition page.
Who can enter: UK residents
Suggested Answer: Kieran Larwood
A Greek-themed prize package featuring the 'Greek Odysea: Flavours of Greece from Pantry to Plate' cookbook with over 70 recipes. The winner also receives a curated hamper including organic olive oil, grape molasses, orange blossom honey, and various meze favourites.
How to enter: Enter your details in the entry form before the closing date.
Who can enter: UK residents aged 18+
Suggested Answer: Odysea
A 90-minute online course designed to deepen self-awareness and emotional management, featuring video masterclasses and journaling sheets. The winner also receives a copy of Penny’s brand new book.
Question: What is the title of Penny’s new book?
Suggested Answer: The MECAnism for the Human Language
A premium 12-book hardback collection featuring beloved stories like The Gruffalo's creators, including Tiddler and Stick Man. Each book in the set is individually signed by both Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler and comes in a beautiful display case.
Win signed copies of the deluxe, foiled, clothbound editions of The Lightning Thief, The Sea of Monsters, and The Titan’s Curse. These special editions feature stained edges, marker ribbons, and new full-colour illustrations.
How to enter: Register for a Waterstones Plus account and fill in the entry form.
Who can enter: UK residents aged 18+
Win a spy kit valued at £100 along with a copy of the book 'Rory Sparkes: The Spy Who Loved Tea'. The prize package is designed for young aspiring detectives.
How to enter: Answer the question and fill in the entry form.
Who can enter: UK residents aged 18+
Question: What gross drink has Rory’s mum and teacher started drinking in Rory Sparkes: The Spy Who Loved Tea?
Suggested Answer: Tea
Win a copy of every book shortlisted for the Waterstones Book of the Year 2026. The collection includes 20 titles spanning fiction, non-fiction, and children's literature, such as The Heirs, The Book of Birds, and Ottolenghi Simple Too.
How to enter: Register for a Waterstones Plus account and fill in the online entry form.
Who can enter: GB residents (not Northern Ireland) aged 18+
A collection of six Irish YA books including Shorelines, Solo, and Trigger, plus a bespoke mermaid bracelet and bookmark. Ten runners-up will each receive a signed copy of Shorelines by Ruth Ennis.
How to enter: Fill in the entry form on the website.
Who can enter: UK and Ireland residents
Suggested Answer: Little Island
A beautifully illustrated collector's edition of Stephen King's debut novel, Carrie. This 216-page edition features a cloth-blocked cover by Edward Kinsella, six full-page colour illustrations by David Lupton, and comes in a slipcase.
Ten winners will each receive a copy.
How to enter: Answer the question and fill in the entry form.
Who can enter: UK residents
Question: What year was Carrie first published?
Suggested Answer: 1974
A two-hour lunch with author Caitlin Moran at a restaurant or café in London, with return travel costs included. The prize celebrates the release of her book How To Be Hopeful.
Suggested Answer: How To Be Hopeful
A hardback copy of Tim Downie's enchanting book exploring British folklore, mythical stories, and seasonal festivals across the UK. Three winners will each receive a copy of the book published by Random House.
How to enter: Complete your details in the entry form.
Who can enter: UK residents
Suggested Answer: Tim Downie
A complete collection of the 100 best recently published books for children aged 4-11, as featured in the BookTrust Great Books Guide. The set includes a diverse mix of fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and graphic novels.
How to enter: Fill in the entry form on the competition page.
Who can enter: UK residents
A signed Collector's Edition of Adam Cesare's geriatric horror novel Mercy House, published by Black Crow Books. The story follows residents of a retirement home who are mysteriously turning into monsters.
How to enter: Answer the question and fill in the entry form.
Who can enter: UK residents
Question: What is the name of the villain from Clown in A Cornfield?
Suggested Answer: Frendo the Clown
A limited, signed Collector’s Edition of Kristen J. Sollée’s feral feminist vampire novel, Nightcats.
The prize also includes a themed tote bag.
How to enter: Answer the question and fill in the entry form.
Who can enter: UK residents aged 18+
Question: What is the name of the Egyptian Goddess represented as a fierce lioness, then later softening to a domestic cat?
Suggested Answer: Bastet
A copy of Glenda Young's new cosy crime novel, Music to Die For, at the Seaview Hotel. The story features eighties pop band The A64 and is set in a Yorkshire seaside town.
How to enter: Answer the question and fill in the entry form.
Who can enter: UK residents
Question: Which Yorkshire seaside town is the setting for the book?
Suggested Answer: Scarborough
A signed copy of the romantic comedy novel The Darcy List by Godalming author Susan Moore. The story follows Florence as she navigates real love while comparing men to Jane Austen's Mr Darcy.
Three winners will each receive a signed copy.
How to enter: Answer the question and fill in the entry form.
Question: In which county did Susan grow up?
Suggested Answer: Derbyshire
A set of six copies of Miriam Robinson's novel 'And Notre Dame is Burning', a mosaic of a woman's life experiences. Three winners will each receive a set for their book club.
How to enter: Enter your details in the form before the closing date.
Who can enter: UK residents aged 18+
Suggested Answer: Miriam Robinson
A prize bundle featuring a signed copy of the comedy horror book by Jack Meggitt-Phillips, a Black Micro Classic Foldable Scooter, and a Doctor Squish Squishy Maker. Ten runners-up will also receive a signed copy of the book.
How to enter: Fill in the entry form on the competition page.
Who can enter: UK and Ireland residents
Suggested Answer: Jack Meggitt-Phillips
A copy of Fearless: Finding Courage in a World of Chaos by Gemma Roe, a book exploring resilience, purpose, and hope in a chaotic world. There are five copies available to be won by readers.
How to enter: Complete the entry actions in the Gleam widget.
Who can enter: UK residents
A copy of Dr Louise Newson's Sunday Times bestseller, The Power of Hormones, alongside a one-year subscription to the Balance+ health and wellbeing app. Four winners will each receive this prize package designed to support hormone health.
How to enter: Register or sign in to your account and fill in the entry form.
Who can enter: UK residents aged 18+
Suggested Answer: The Power of Hormones
Four winners will each receive a copy of Dr Louise Newson's Sunday Times bestseller, The Power of Hormones, alongside a one-year subscription to the Balance+ health and wellbeing app. The subscription provides medically approved hormone health education, live sessions, and personalized wellness content.
How to enter: Fill in the entry form on the competition page.
Who can enter: UK residents aged 18+
Suggested Answer: Balance +
A copy of the LFC 100 Greatest Players book, signed by club legend Steven Gerrard. The book serves as a homage to 100 stars who have played for the club, based on votes from fans, players, and journalists.
How to enter: Register for an account or log in, then fill in the entry form.
A copy of the gripping first novel in the Mike and Valerie Bodnar Mysteries series. The story follows a Canadian veteran drawn into a deadly hunt for a hidden Nazi secret.
How to enter: Answer the question and fill in the entry form.
Who can enter: UK residents
Question: What nationality is Mike Bodnar?
Suggested Answer: Canadian
A copy of the reissued fifth book by Tom Parker Bowles featuring 120 recipes focused on eating less but better quality meat. Three winners will each receive a copy of this culinary guide.
Question: Complete the crossword to reveal the 10 shaded letters that spell out a foodie phrase.
A fun and fascinating hardback book by Jeremy Butterfield exploring animal references and metaphors in the English language. Three winners will each receive a copy of the book published by Oneworld.
How to enter: Complete your details in the entry form.
Who can enter: UK residents
A complete set of the spine-tingling horror series by Jennifer Killick, suitable for readers aged 9 and above. The trilogy includes all three books in the popular spooky collection.
How to enter: Fill in the entry form on the website.
Who can enter: UK residents
Suggested Answer: Jennifer Killick
A VIP experience for two at His Majesty’s Theatre including show tickets, a backstage tour, and drinks. The prize also includes afternoon tea at the Sofitel Hotel London St James, plus signed copies of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Phantom of the Opera and Our Strange Duet.
How to enter: Register for a Waterstones Plus account and fill in the online entry form.
Who can enter: GB residents (not Northern Ireland) aged 18+
A highly coveted, uncorrected proof copy of B.K. Borison's new cosy romance, Longtime Listener.
Five lucky winners will receive an exclusive sneak peek of this enemies-to-lovers story months before its official publication.
How to enter: Fill out the entry form on the website.
Who can enter: UK residents aged 18+
A £25 National Book Token to be won by one lucky reader. Entrants must complete a ten-question literary quiz to be eligible for the prize draw.
Question: Which author wrote the 2022 bestselling novel Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow?
Suggested Answer: Gabrielle Zevin
A richly illustrated first aid handbook by Nina and Par Olofsson, providing practical guidance for medical emergencies at sea. The book is suitable for both sail and power vessels and covers symptoms, treatments, and safety precautions.
Question: Is First Aid On Board suitable for both sail and power?
Suggested Answer: Yes
A joyful lift-the-flap story from Martha Mumford’s The Bunnies of Hoppity Hill series. Five lucky winners will each receive a copy of this festive adventure book.
Question: To what snowy wonderland are the bunnies heading in We're Going to Santa's Workshop?
Suggested Answer: The North Pole
A fantastic prize bundle featuring a signed collection of Bunny vs Monkey books by Jamie Smart. The winner also receives themed merchandise including a hoodie or T-shirt and a special themed card.
Question: What kind of invasion is happening in the Woods in Bunny Vs Monkey: Day of the Heroes!?
Suggested Answer: a zombie invasion
A collection of Doctor Who comic strips featuring the Daleks, as featured in Doctor Who Magazine. The prize includes the 'Corruption of the Daleks' graphic novel or comic compilation.
How to enter: Answer the question and fill in the entry form.
Who can enter: UK residents
Question: Which organisation did Mel go on holiday with in Delta and the Bannermen?
Suggested Answer: Nostalgia Trips
A copy of Dr Simon Kirby's book exploring resilience, identity, and recovery following a stroke. Three winners will each receive a copy of this powerful reflection on life and health.
How to enter: Enter using the Gleam widget on the page.
Who can enter: UK residents
A comprehensive room-by-room guide to Graceland featuring Elvis anecdotes and guides to music attractions in Memphis, Tupelo, and Nashville. Three winners will each receive a copy of the book by Michael Gerrard.
How to enter: Send an email with the answer and your contact details to comps@music-news.com with the subject line ELVIS.
Question: To enter simply name one artist on our new Tickets Directory.
Suggested Answer: John Cooper Clarke
A signed copy of the latest Adventuremice book by Philip Reeve and Sarah McIntyre. The story follows Pedro and his friends as they deal with a class of mischievous mouselets at their mousebase.
How to enter: Create an account or log in, then complete the competition entry form with the answer to the question.
Who can enter: UK residents aged 16+
Question: What is the name of the headteacher in Mini Mice Mayhem?
Suggested Answer: Mrs Watermouse
A chance to win the first two novels in the Q Mysteries series by Vaseem Khan: Quantum of Menace and The Man With the Golden Compass. The series follows Major Boothroyd, formerly of MI6's Q Branch, as an amateur detective.
How to enter: Create a LoveReading account or log in, then complete the entry form.
Who can enter: UK residents
Suggested Answer: Lawrence Noble
A copy of the DC Compact Comics Edition of the classic 12-issue saga by Marv Wolfman and George Pérez. This edition collects the complete multiverse-spanning story in a convenient compact format.
How to enter: Complete the official Jotform entry form.
Who can enter: UK and Ireland residents aged 18+
A copy of the new book by producer Owen Cutts, exploring fifty-two essential and groundbreaking songs from artists like The Beatles and Aretha Franklin. Three winners will each receive a copy of the book.
How to enter: Email your answer, name, email, address, and X handle to comps@music-news.com with the subject HAVE YOU EVER HEARD OLD MUSIC?.
Who can enter: UK residents
Question: To enter simply name one artist on our new Tickets Directory.
Suggested Answer: John Cooper Clarke
A £15 book token awarded for the correct solution to the Everyman crossword puzzle. Five winners are selected in total from all correct entries.
How to enter: Submit your correct solution to the Everyman crossword puzzle via the online entry form.
Who can enter: UK residents aged 18+
Suggested Answer: Terry Pratchett
A VIP tour and tasting for two at the Gusbourne estate in Kent, including a 3-course lunch and a £200 travel or accommodation allowance. The winner also receives the complete eight-book Seven Sisters paperback collection and a hardback copy of Orlando.
How to enter: Fill in the entry form and subscribe to the Best of Pan Macmillan newsletter.
Who can enter: UK residents aged 18+
Suggested Answer: Orlando
Win a £50 Marks & Spencer voucher to help cover the cost of your Christmas dinner. The winner will also receive a bundle of festive romance books from Mills & Boon.
How to enter: Fill in the entry form on the Mills & Boon competition page.
Who can enter: UK residents
Win an online talk, Q&A, and workshop with author Murray Fisher for your chosen school, plus signed first edition books and posters. Two additional winners will receive either an online talk and books or a signed first edition book with a limited-edition poster and bookmark.
Question: What is the recommended age for Underlings: The Spark Engine?
Suggested Answer: 9+
A copy of the Doctor Who audio novel 'The Missing Hour'. This release from Doctor Who Magazine features a full-length narrated adventure.
How to enter: Answer the question and fill in the entry form.
Who can enter: UK residents
Question: Who did Barbara get mistaken for in The Aztecs?
Suggested Answer: Yetaxa
A signed copy of the gruesomely funny graphic novel by Adam and Lisa Murphy. The book features hilarious interviews and illustrations of history's most extraordinary characters brought back to life.
How to enter: Complete the competition entry form with the answer to the question.
Who can enter: UK residents aged 16+
Question: Which famous Mexican artist is brought back from the dead for an interview in Corpse Talk: Dead, Famous and Very Chatty?
Suggested Answer: Frida Kahlo
A copy of the brilliantly entertaining adventure book by Guy Bass, filled with trademark humour and imagination. Three lucky readers will each win a copy of this fast-paced story.
How to enter: Create a LoveReading4Kids account, then complete the entry form by stating which book from the Spooky, Funny and Scary Reads collection your child would like to read.
Who can enter: UK residents aged 16+
Suggested Answer: Spooky, Funny and Scary Reads for Every Age
A set of both books in the hilariously spooky Scare B'n'B series, including the latest adventure Ghouls Just Wanna Have Fun. The stories follow stepsiblings Frankie and Ted as they manage the haunted Tartarus Hotel.
How to enter: Complete the competition entry form with the answer to the question.
Who can enter: UK residents aged 16+
Question: What birthday is the Duke of Snoring celebrating in Scare B’n’B: Ghouls Just Wanna Have Fun?
Suggested Answer: His 363rd birthday
A two-night stay for two at the Boat House, a luxury self-catered cabin in Lincolnshire with a private lake. The prize includes £100 spending money, a £150 travel allowance, and twelve Penguin audiobooks.
How to enter: Answer the multiple-choice question and fill in the entry form on the Heart website.
Who can enter: UK residents aged 18+
Question: Big Little Truths is a new book by Liane Moriarty which follows three female characters who we first met ten years ago in which popular book?
Suggested Answer: Big Little Lies
A collection of nine new book releases including thrillers, mysteries, and non-fiction titles like Jo Brand's latest work. The prize also includes a Daylight Libra reading lamp featuring adjustable light settings for comfortable reading.
How to enter: Register or log in to your Delia Online account and answer the competition question.
Who can enter: UK residents aged 18+
Question: What is the name of the country house where the events of The Christmas Tree Murders take place?
Suggested Answer: Clifftop House
The main winner receives a signed copy of Eve Chase's new novel, a £30 GAIL's Bakery gift card, and a full year of RHS Membership. Nine runners-up will also receive a signed book and a £30 gift card.
How to enter: Fill out the entry form with your details.
Who can enter: UK residents aged 18+
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A two-night Friday-to-Sunday stay for two in a suite at Canopy London City, including breakfast. The prize also includes £100 to spend on drinks at the Florattica rooftop bar.
How to enter: Answer the question and fill in the entry form.
Who can enter: UK residents aged 18+
Question: On which floor of Canopy London City will you find Florattica?
Suggested Answer: 11th Floor
This prize offers one thousand pounds to spend on footwear from the LANX brand. The selection includes handmade brogues, boots, sneakers, and outdoor footwear for men and women.
Suggested Answer: WIN £1000 OF FOOTWEAR
A £125 voucher to spend on personalised photo gifts at VistaPrint, including photo books, custom mugs, and blankets. Two winners will each receive a voucher to create their own custom items.
How to enter: Answer the question and fill in the entry form.
Who can enter: UK residents aged 18+
Question: What are VistaPrint’s new Christmas products this year?
Suggested Answer: Custom shaped cushions, Christmas snowglobes and fully custom socks
This premium bundle includes a Dunlin technical fleece hoody, a Solo insulated gilet, and high-performance Merino blend Crevasse socks. The collection is designed by the Scottish brand Keela to provide exceptional warmth and durability for mountain environments.
Suggested Answer: Scotland
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