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The Shadow of the Object is a magnificent work of shadow-play and a meditation on desire, metamorphosis and mortality

A slyly satirical and unsettling post-apocalyptic adventure into the limits of human understanding from the acknowledged master of science fiction

Following the death of the 1981 Booker-shortlisted author, Lucy Scholes reflects on Schlee’s life and work, which is resonating with a younger generation

From classic toddler tales to immersive YA reads, we’ve selected some of the most-loved by Booker authors to help you share the joy of reading

Whether you’re new to Hot Milk or have read it and would like to explore it more deeply, here is our comprehensive guide, featuring insights from critics, our judges and the book’s author, as well as discussion points and suggestions for further reading.

Read an extract from Booth, where an ill-fated family of thespians, drinkers and dreamers, whose most infamous son is destined to commit a terrible act. 

2021 Booker Prize-shortlisted Damon Galgut, author of The Promise, on why he loves Kelman’s 1994 winner How Late It Was, How Late.