The prestigious Climate Fiction Prize has unveiled its 2024 shortlist, featuring acclaimed authors Madeleine Thien and Robbie Arnott, alongside Keshava Guha, Susanna Kwan, Maria Reva, and Helen Phillips. Now in its second year, this £10,000 award recognizes novels that powerfully address the climate crisis through imaginative and compelling narratives. This year’s diverse selection showcases a broad spectrum of literary styles, ranging from innovative speculative fiction to fresh reimaginings of classic myths.
Climate Fiction Prize Announces Finalists Including Madeleine Thien and Robbie Arnott
By Rupert Blackwood
Investigative journalist based in Sheffield, focusing on technology's impact on society. Rupert specializes in cybercrime's effect on communities, from online fraud targeting elderly residents to cryptocurrency scams. His reporting examines social media manipulation, digital surveillance, and how criminal networks operate in cyberspace. With expertise in computer systems, he connects technical complexity with real-world consequences for ordinary people