Andrew Joseph White's third novel, Compound Fracture, follows a trans teen, Miles, caught up in a blood feud plaguing his small Appalacian town. When he unintentionally kills a boy in retaliation for being almost beaten to death, he learns there are others who seek vengeance, including the restless dead.
Shortlisted beside Hafsah Faizal, Yoon Ha Lee and Jordan Ifueko, the winners from each category will be announced on 21 June 2025 and we wish Andrew the best of luck and support from everyone here at Daphne Press.