British Book Awards

Ruth Jones, the Welsh actress and co-creator of Gavin and Stacey, has been shortlisted for Author of the Year at the 2026 British Book Awards, recognizing her contributions to UK readership during the National Year of Reading. The 59-year-old also earned a nomination in audiobook non-fiction for her memoir co-authored with James Corden. She faces competition from Freida McFadden, Elif Shafak, Richard Osman, Mick Herron, AF Steadman, and Charlie Mackesy.