#booker-prize

#booker-prize

Evaristo's victory at the Booker prize represented a groundbreaking moment, not just for her but for representation in literature, as she brought Black female narratives to the forefront.

"Writing is often a journey of embarrassing moments where you confront your fears and vulnerabilities, but it’s through these moments that true creativity emerges."

Atwood's sequel to The Handmaid's Tale, titled The Testaments, coincides with the success of the show's adaptation and the political climate under Trump.

In the longlisting stage, the judges found delight in selecting spotlight books, but at the shortlist meeting, the loss of titles became harder as unanimity developed over unique stories.