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Novel About Food Wins Booker Prize
CultureBBC2mo ago

Novel About Food Wins Booker Prize

A novel centered around the theme of food has been awarded this year's Booker Prize. The unexpected win has sparked discussions about the unique subject matter and its literary merit.

Book Excerpt: David Szalay's 'Test'
Culturetelex2mo ago

Book Excerpt: David Szalay's 'Test'

An excerpt from David Szalay's Booker Prize-winning novel 'Test' (2025) tells the story of a man alienated from the world and himself, from his rise to his fall.

Taiwanese Author Yang Shuang-zi Wins International Booker Prize for 'Taiwan Travelogue'
CultureThe Guardianruvle-figaro+1cdm-me2mo ago4 sources

Taiwanese Author Yang Shuang-zi Wins International Booker Prize for 'Taiwan Travelogue'

Taiwanese author Yang Shuang-zi has been awarded the International Booker Prize for her historical novel 'Taiwan Travelogue', making it the first book originally written in Mandarin Chinese to receive the honor. She expressed her refusal to be a 'second-class citizen in her own land' in her acceptance speech at the Tate Modern in London.

Taiwanese Novel Wins International Booker Prize
Culturehvgindian-expressiefimerida+2reporter-alDaily Sabah3mo ago5 sources

Taiwanese Novel Wins International Booker Prize

A Taiwanese novel, described as 'slyly sophisticated' and pretending to be a Japanese memoir, has won the International Booker Prize. This marks the first time a novel written in Mandarin has received the prestigious award.

Iris Murdoch Artworks from Secret Room Go on Display
CultureThe Guardian4d ago

Iris Murdoch Artworks from Secret Room Go on Display

Newly discovered artworks by Booker prize-winning author Iris Murdoch, including a self-portrait, which lay in a secret attic room for decades, are now on display, revealing her engagement with the world during WWII.

Booker Prize Longlist Announced
Culturejutarnji-list14d ago

Booker Prize Longlist Announced

Authors Elizabeth Strout, Douglas Stuart, Marlon James, and Rebecca Perry are among those on the broader longlist for this year's Booker Prize, from which the jury will select the winner. The thirteen selected books include novels set in various locations.

Irish Debut Novelist Longlisted for Booker Prize 2026
Cultureirish-independentrte-newsthe-journal21d ago3 sources

Irish Debut Novelist Longlisted for Booker Prize 2026

An Irish debut novelist has been longlisted for the prestigious Booker Prize 2026, marking a significant achievement for the author. This recognition highlights the impact of their first published work.

Renowned Iranian Author Shahrnush Parsipur Dies at 80
Worldsvenska-dagbladet1mo ago

Renowned Iranian Author Shahrnush Parsipur Dies at 80

The acclaimed Iranian author Shahrnush Parsipur has passed away at the age of 80. Her book "Women Without Men" was nominated for the International Booker Prize earlier this year, 37 years after its initial publication.

Author Cheon Myeong-kwan Discusses Empathy and 'Whale'
CultureKorea Herald1mo ago

Author Cheon Myeong-kwan Discusses Empathy and 'Whale'

Korean author Cheon Myeong-kwan, shortlisted for the International Booker Prize in 2023 for his novel "Whale," expressed concerns about society's diminishing empathy. His novel was praised for its "magical and grotesque epic" narrative.

Author David Szalay Discusses Hungarian Election and Europe
Worldtelex2mo ago

Author David Szalay Discusses Hungarian Election and Europe

Booker Prize-winning author David Szalay shared his views on the recent Hungarian election, emphasizing its significance as a reassertion of Hungary's European identity and expressing concern about the country potentially moving closer to Russia.

Superdry Co-Founder James Holder Convicted of Rape
CultureAPBBCNYT+28FTThe Guardiantimes-ukhelsingin-sanomatnosruvle-figarorzeczpospolita+20 more3mo ago31 sources

Superdry Co-Founder James Holder Convicted of Rape

James Holder, co-founder of the Superdry fashion brand, has been found guilty of rape following a night out in Cheltenham. Sentencing for the conviction is expected to take place in the coming week.

Booker Prize Longlist Draws Criticism for Overlooks
Cultureindian-express18d ago

Booker Prize Longlist Draws Criticism for Overlooks

The Booker Prize longlist has been criticized for being 'timid' and for notable omissions of authors like Ben Lerner and Amitav Ghosh. Commentators suggest the selection reflects a cautious approach in turbulent times.

New Books by Bulgarian Authors Released
Worlddnevnik-bg2mo ago

New Books by Bulgarian Authors Released

Three years after Georgi Gospodinov's success, a Bulgarian novel, 'Ostanitsa' by Rene Karabash, has again been shortlisted for the International Booker Prize, with an English translation by Isidora Angel.

Daily News Quiz Tests Readers' Knowledge
Culturefaz3mo ago

Daily News Quiz Tests Readers' Knowledge

A daily news quiz from FAZ challenges readers to answer five questions about current events, including the winner of the International Booker Prize, and compare their knowledge with others.

International Booker Prize to be Awarded in London
Culturednevnik-bg3mo ago

International Booker Prize to be Awarded in London

The International Booker Prize is set to be awarded tonight at a ceremony in London's Tate Modern, with a Bulgarian novel, "Ostaynitsa," among the contenders. The event will be streamed live on the official Booker YouTube channel.

Review: Dorthe Nors' Novel About Astrophysicist Gunn
Culturesvenska-dagbladet3mo ago

Review: Dorthe Nors' Novel About Astrophysicist Gunn

A review of Dorthe Nors' latest novel, which follows astrophysics professor Gunn, notes that while the author has received Booker Prize nominations and Oprah Winfrey's praise, the book feels about 150 pages too long.

International Booker Prize Shortlist Announced, Featuring Diverse Global Authors
CultureNYTThe GuardianNPR+4France 24dnevnik-bgindian-expressstraits-times4mo ago7 sources

International Booker Prize Shortlist Announced, Featuring Diverse Global Authors

The six finalists for the International Booker Prize have been announced, including Marie NDiaye, Yáng Shuāng-zǐ, and Daniel Kehlmann, alongside a 'French witch' and a 'sworn virgin', for the £50,000 prize, with the 2026 shortlist featuring a 'Brazilian nightmare,' a 'Taiwanese romance,' and a 'German reckoning.'