Rewarding the longlist

How might a literary prize disrupt the literary prize culture? Perhaps by reversing the structure: announcing the winner first, then the shortlist, followed by the longlist – making it clear the most important aspect of a prize is its depth and breadth: building from one great book towards a whole range of great books, with something on there for all readers. But would it work? Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2021-02-03 20:44:21 UTC ]
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