The Bailey's Women's Prize for Fiction is a prestigious literary award established in 1996 to celebrate and promote the work of female authors. It aims to highlight the importance of women's voices in literature and is awarded annually to a novel written by a woman in English. The prize is open to works from around the world, and the winner receives a cash award and increased visibility for their book. The award has been instrumental in recognizing both established and emerging female writers, contributing to a more diverse literary landscape.