Dagger in the Library nomination form
Libraries are invited to use the form below to submit nominations for the 2026 Dagger in the Library award.
Nominations are open from October 1st – December 6th 2025.
Remember these nominations can come from your staff, volunteers or your borrowers and you can submit as many nominations as you like.
Libraries will be invited to vote for their winner from a shortlist between the 1st January – 28th February 2026.

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