For some, it was a book they loved as a child. For others, it was a particular writer, a work of prose or simply something that came naturally to them. We asked the Booker Prize 2026 longlisted authors about the books that made them want to become writers. 🔗 Tap the link in our bio to read the full interviews with all 13 authors. #BookerPrizes #BookerPrize2026 #booktok #bookrecommendations #bookrecs