The TikTok Book Awards for 2024 celebrated some of the most popular and beloved books in the literary world, as voted for by the #BookTok community on the video-sharing app. Among the winners were Lisa Jewell, whose psychological thriller “None of This Is True” was named book of the year, and Rebecca Yarros, whose adult fantasy novel “Fourth Wing” won international book of the year.
The awards ceremony, held in London, saw thousands of book lovers come together to honor their favorite authors and books that have gained popularity on TikTok. Jack Edwards, a prominent YouTuber and TikTok creator, was part of the judging panel for this year’s awards.
Lisa Jewell expressed her disbelief at winning the prestigious award, stating that the success of her book on TikTok was unexpected. She shared her gratitude for the support from the #BookTok community and reflected on the unconventional nature of her writing that resonated with readers.
Rebecca Yarros, unable to attend the ceremony, sent a heartfelt video message thanking TikTok for propelling her novel to success. The awards also recognized indie bookshops, creators, and rising stars within the #BookTok community, highlighting the platform’s impact on the literary world.
Jack Edwards, known as the “internet’s resident librarian,” presented the award for ‘Indie Bookshop of the Year’ and emphasized the importance of championing creators and bookstores. Despite his success on YouTube, Edwards transitioned to creating book content on TikTok during the pandemic, finding a new creative outlet for storytelling.
The TikTok Book Awards continue to celebrate the power of social media in promoting literature and connecting readers with new and diverse voices in the literary world. With millions of videos created under the hashtag “BookTok,” the platform has become a vibrant community for book lovers to share their passion for reading and discover new stories.
