The 12th Publishing Next Industry Awards has announced its 2025 shortlists across eleven categories, recognizing talent in book publishing. Winners will be honored on January 12, 2026, in New Delhi. The awards, established in 2014, celebrate publishers and professionals for their initiative and quality. Shortlisted nominees include individuals for Editor and Illustrator of the Year, and titles for Printed Book of the Year in English, Art/Illustration, and Indian Languages.