British author M. John Harrison won the 2026 Booker Prize on 9 November 2026 for his dystopian novel The End of Everything. At 81 years old, he became the oldest recipient in the prize's history. He received £50,000 for the work, which critics describe as blending science fiction and fantasy to explore social collapse and human survival in a post-catastrophe world. Harrison's win adds to a long career spanning decades of speculative fiction. The ceremony highlighted diverse voices in global fiction, reflecting the Booker Prize's ongoing influence in contemporary literature.
Winner announced on 9 November 2026.
Oldest Booker Prize winner at 81.
The End of Everything awarded £50,000.
Noted for blending science fiction and fantasy.
Ceremony highlighted diverse voices in global fiction.