Lord of the Flies: The Graphic Novel shortlisted for Carnegie Medal

Aimée de Jongh has been shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal for Illustration for Lord of the Flies: The Graphic Novel! Published in the UK in 2024 by Faber, the graphic novel has since been translated and printed worldwide. De Jongh’s brilliantly atmospheric and striking adaptation has been recognised by the Carnegies, the UK’s longest running book awards for children and young people. According to Carnegie, ‘The judges said reading this book is an “uncomfortable experience but one you don’t want to let go”, praising de Jongh for her “extremely strong and impactful” retelling of a much-loved classic.

The winners will be announced on Tuesday 23rd June. Good luck Aimée!