2025 Booker Prize Shortlist: Predictions and Analysis

The 2025 Booker Prize shortlist is here! Join us as we delve into the diverse range of books and authors nominated for this prestigious literary award. With the addition of Sarah Jessica Parker to the judging panel, this year's shortlist has an extra layer of excitement. We discuss the American dominance, the absence of Australian authors, and the diverse themes explored in the nominated books.
Our panel of book enthusiasts, including Claire Nichols, Sarah L'Estrange, Kate Evans, and Declan Fry, share their insights and predictions for the winner. From 'Flashlight' by Susan Choi to 'The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny' by Kiran Desai, each book offers a unique perspective and captivating storytelling. We explore the impact of cultural backgrounds, the portrayal of outsiders, and the art of unreliable narrators.
Stay tuned to find out who will take home the £50,000 prize and be crowned the 2025 Booker Prize winner! Subscribe for more book-related content and literary discussions.