The 2022 International Booker Prize
The six shortlisted novels have been announced. The works are each translated from a different language and originate from a different country, with three continents represented on the list.
Events: What's on and dates for your diary
From the most intimate of gatherings to bustling festivals, we celebrate the finest in fiction at these events featuring Booker Prize authors
This year, join us at Hay Festival, the Southbank Centre and Blackwell’s in Manchester
International Booker Prize: shortlist readings
Meet the authors and translators shortlisted for the 2022 International Booker Prize in an afternoon of readings and discussion at Southbank Centre’s Queen Elizabeth Hall, chaired by writer and broadcaster Bidisha.
Location: Southbank Centre’s Queen Elizabeth Hall
Date and time: 22 May 2022, 2pm
Ticket price: £15
Bidisha S.K. Mamata.
© Suki DhandaArt of Translation: International Booker Prize translators in conversation
Join the shortlisted translators for the 2022 International Booker Prize for an evening of readings and discussion, chaired by Ellah Wakatama, Editor-at-Large at Canongate Books.
Location: Blackwell’s Manchester
Date and time: 24 May 2022, 6.30pm
Ticket price: £3.60
Ellah Wakatama.
International Booker Prize winner in conversation with Viv Groskop
In their first interview since the announcement, join the 2022 International Booker Prize winners in conversation with Viv Groskop.
Location: Hay Festival
Date and time: 29 May 2022, 5.30pm
Ticket price: £10.00
Viv Groksop.
© Steve Ullathorne