We are delighted to invite you to the Pushkin House Book Prize 2026 Award Ceremony on 26 September, where the £10,000 prize will be awarded to the winning author.

The evening will include a keynote from Benjamin Nathans, winner of the Pushkin House Book Prize 2025, along with words from Elena Sudakova, Director of Pushkin House, and Andrew Jack, Founder of the Book Prize. The evening will conclude with the chair of judges Sir Laurie Bristow announcing this year's winner. Guests will have the chance to get their books signed at the ceremony, and meet this year’s distinguished authors and judges, followed by a reception with catering and drinks.

This year's ceremony will be held at Pushkin House, London, from 7pm to 10pm.

You can read more about the shortlist here and purchase the books here.

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