Booker Prize longlist 2026: Douglas Stuart and Elizabeth Strout lead nominees
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The 2026 Booker Prize longlist has been announced, featuring 13 books from authors across seven countries. Notable nominees include 81-year-old Michael John Harrison, who could become the oldest winner in the prize's history.
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Highlights significant developments in global literature and recognizes diverse international voices in the publishing industry.
The 13 books selected for the longlist features authors representing England, Ireland, Scotland, Jamaica, Mexico, Turkey and America
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