With this honour, Prince Harry could be able to carry on the tradition of his father, King Charles, who was the recipient of a British Book Award thirty years prior. "Spare" would be the Duke of Sussex's most noteworthy accomplishment if it wins in any of the two categories in which it is nominated.
Philip Jones, the lead judge for the British Book Awards, has said he is grateful for all of the books that made the shortlist this year, especially Prince Harry's autobiography. He emphasised how these publications have sparked debate, created relationships between individuals, and dismantled barriers, proving the industry's ability to support and foster artistic endeavours. Jones described it as an honour to acknowledge and celebrate the accomplishments of these publications.
It is noteworthy that, according to data from The Bookseller, Prince Harry's memoir sold over 700,000 copies in 2023, outpacing the second-best-selling book on the list by 175,000 copies. In spite of the backlash against his criticism of senior royal family members in "Spare," Prince Harry has expressed a willingness to make amends with them recently. Following the monarch's cancer diagnosis in February, he paid King Charles a visit, suggesting that this could be a beginning in the direction of healing and reconciliation.
