Ness shortlisted for Arthur C Clarke

Written By: Katie Allen Publication Date: Fri, 04/03/2011 - 09:06 Booktrust Teenage Prize-winner Patrick Ness has been shortlisted for the Arthur C Clarke Award, which celebrates its 25th anniversary this year. The shortlist of six was chosen from 54 eligible submissions which award director Tom Hunter described as one of the highest submission years weve ever had. read more Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

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