Marlon James's novel on Marley and Jamaica’s violence, a Booker Prize contender across decades
Booker Prize judges have whittled the longlist to six finalists from 163 submissions, naming writers James, Stuart and Strout among others. The winner will be announced on November 9, with a £50,000 prize.
The Booker Prize has announced its longlist of 13 novels for 2026, featuring veterans and debut authors from seven countries. Mary Beard chairs a panel that has prioritised risk-taking, with titles spanning Jamaica, Scotland, Mexico, Turkey, and the United States. The list aims to diversify the canon and spark debate ahead of the November winner reveal.