In August 2023, Time Hack by Marianne Pickles won the Green Stories Novel Prize run by the University of Southampton, UK. Read the announcement here.

Read what the judges said:

“I was immediately drawn into the action, wanting to stay up way too late at night and read more. I found it funny, exciting and engaging.”

“Wonderful relationship between Charlotte and Ben.”

“Immensely readable. Crackling with interest and excitement. It’s post the apocalypse but the story offers tangible glimpses of a sustainable future.”

In September 2025, Time Hack was shortlisted for the World of Books Sustainable Story Award. Read the announcement here.