Booker Prize reveals 13 longlisted novels
Mary Beard chairs judges for prestigious literary award, with previous winners among nominees.
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The Booker Prize longlist, known as the Booker Dozen, has been announced, featuring 13 novels selected from 163 submissions. Mary Beard, chair of the judges, described the chosen books as "dynamite" and expressed confidence that the selection offers something for every reader. The longlist includes works by established authors and debut novelists, with settings ranging from Mexico City to a remote Scottish island and an assisted suicide clinic in Zurich.
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Among the longlisted authors are previous winners Douglas Stuart, nominated for 'John of John', and Marlon James, recognised for 'The Disappearers'. Elizabeth Strout, another previous shortlistee, is included for 'The Things We Never Say'. The list also features debut novels from Kenan Orhan ('The Renovation') and Djamel White ('All Them Dogs'), with White, aged 28, being the youngest longlistee. The oldest is 81-year-old M. John Harrison for 'The End of Everything'.
The Booker Prize is a significant literary award for long-form fiction written in English and published in the UK or Ireland. The six shortlisted authors will each receive £2,500 and a special edition of their book. The ultimate winner will be awarded a trophy and a prize of £50,000.
Judging Process and Future Dates
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Mary Beard shared her experience as chair, noting the pleasure and learning derived from the judging process. She stated, "What I shall most remember is the eye-opening pleasure of it all, and what I learnt about reading and the power of fiction from my fellow judges." The longlist will be narrowed down to a shortlist on 22 September, with the winner to be revealed on 9 November.
Authors who did not make this year's longlist include Maggie O'Farrell, Ann Patchett, and Julian Barnes, whose final book 'Departure(s)' was widely anticipated to be nominated.
Questions this report answers
+Who is chairing the judging panel for this year's Booker Prize?
Mary Beard is chairing the judging panel for this year's Booker Prize. She praised the longlist as 'dynamite' and highlighted the diverse range of books selected by the panel.
+How many novels are on the Booker Prize longlist this year?
This year's Booker Prize longlist includes 13 novels. They were chosen from 163 submissions and feature a mix of established authors and debut novelists.
+What prize money does the Booker Prize winner receive?
The Booker Prize winner receives £50,000. The six shortlisted authors each receive £2,500 and a special edition of their book as part of the award.
+When will the Booker Prize shortlist and winner be announced?
The Booker Prize shortlist will be announced on 22 September, with the winner revealed on 9 November. Mary Beard described the judging process as a rewarding experience.
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