2025 Booker Prize Longlist Unveiled: Discover the Must-Read Contenders
2025 Booker Prize longlist unveiled

The literary world is abuzz as the longlist for the 2025 Booker Prize has been officially announced. This year's selection showcases a thrilling mix of established authors and exciting new voices, all vying for one of the most coveted accolades in literature.

A Celebration of Literary Excellence

The 13-strong longlist represents the very best of contemporary fiction, with works spanning continents, cultures and compelling narratives. The judging panel, chaired by renowned literary critic Hermione Waters, described this year's selection as "a testament to the enduring power of storytelling".

Notable Contenders

Among the standout titles are:

  • The Silent Archive by two-time nominee Jonathan Piers
  • Debut novelist Aisha Mbeki's powerful Beneath the Baobab
  • Historical epic The Glassblower's Daughter from Sarah Chen

Diversity in Storytelling

This year's list continues the prize's tradition of championing diverse voices, with authors from six different countries represented. The subjects range from intimate family dramas to sweeping historical narratives and innovative speculative fiction.

What Comes Next?

The shortlist of six books will be announced on September 10th, with the winner revealed at a glittering ceremony in London's Guildhall on November 5th. The winning author will receive £50,000 and international acclaim.

Book lovers worldwide are already rushing to discover these remarkable works, with many bookshops creating special displays to showcase the longlisted titles.