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Booker Prize 2026 shortlist narrows to six novels

Book Riot flags historic stakes for James, Stuart and Harrison

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Analysis noted Marlon James and Douglas Stuart could each become just the fifth two-time Booker winner, while M. John Harrison could become the oldest author to win the prize; the list is only the second in a decade where male authors outnumber women.

Book Riot flags historic stakes for James, Stuart and Harrison
Evening Standard

Mary BeardMary Beard Chair of the 2026 Booker Prize judgesDouglas Stuart Shortlisted author, 2020 Booker winnerMarlon James Shortlisted author, past Booker winnerElizabeth Strout Shortlisted author, previous shortlisteeM. John Harrison Shortlisted author

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