The Facts
The Goldsmiths Prize Shortlist Readings take place on November 1, 2026, at the Purcell Room, Southbank Centre, the UK's largest arts centre in London. Six shortlisted authors will read from and discuss their groundbreaking novels with Chris Power. The Goldsmiths Prize, established in 2013, awards £10,000 annually to a novel that breaks the mould and extends the possibilities of the form. This year's judging panel is chaired by Francis Spufford, with Kate Briggs, Hari Kunzru, and David Sexton. Tickets start at £17, and the event is also available online.
The Signal
The Goldsmiths Prize has become a bellwether for literary innovation in the UK, rewarding novels that challenge conventions. The shortlist readings offer an early glimpse at contenders for the £10,000 award, highlighting the year's most daring fiction. For those in the literary and cultural sectors, the event signals the ongoing vitality of experimental writing and its ability to engage audiences.
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- People: Chris Power, Francis Spufford, Kate Briggs, Hari Kunzru, David Sexton
- Museums: Southbank Centre
- Locations: London
- Prices: £10,000, £17
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