Entries called for "layman's" science book prize

Royal Society of New Zealand announces $5000 prize

Seeking to promote popular science writing in New Zealand, the Royal Society is calling for entries for this award.

Time is short.  The deadline for entries (five finished books plus a filled-in form, available on their website) is 4 February.

Judging is equally quick.  The shortlist will be announced 25 March.

And the winner will be announced at the Auckland Readers' and Writers' Festival in May.