Anthony Quinn shortlisted for 2013 Walter Scott Prize

Anthony Quinn’s latest novel, THE STREETS, has been shortlisted for the 2013 Walter Scott Prize for historical fiction. Founded in 2009, the prize honours the achievements and legacy of Sir Walter Scott, the founding father of the historical novel. 

Published last year to outstanding reviews, THE STREETS is being described by the judges as a novel that is, ‘refreshingly different and contains a cornucopia of wonderful material and evocative descriptions, from opulent ballroom to appalling slum tenement. Anthony Quinn is an excellent writer, and universal themes of loss of identity and community are well-covered here.’

The prize of £25,000 will be awarded in June, at the Brewin Dolphin Borders Book Festival in Melrose, Scotland.