‘While there’s heartbreak, brutality, and isolation among these stories, their lasting effect is energising. Rereading each book, we judges found hope, insight and burning humanity – along with unforgettable characters to whom I’m sure readers will return again and again.’ Natasha Brown A huge thank you to our #InternationalBooker2026 judging panel: 〰️ Chair of judges and critically-acclaimed author, Natasha Brown 〰️ Writer, broadcaster and Oxford University Professor of Mathematics, Marcus du Sautoy 〰️ International Booker Prize-shortlisted translator, Sophie Hughes 〰️ Writer, Lolwe editor and bookseller, Troy Onyango 〰️ Award-winning novelist and columnist, Nilanjana S. Roy Here's what they had to say about this year's shortlist. The International Booker Prize 2026 is supported by Bukhman Philanthropies. #BookerPrize #InternationalBookerPrize #internationalbookerprize2026 #booktok #translatedbooks @charcopress @peirenepress @quercusbooks @scribepub @andotherbooktok