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Finalists announced for 2026 National Book Awards

Original: Here are the finalists for the 2026 National Book Awards

The National Book Foundation's list of finalists for the 2026 National Book Awards is out, with NPR and The New York Times both publishing the shortlist. The announcement spotlights the books and authors competing for one of American literature's most prestigious honors, with winners to be named at a ceremony later in the year.

Why now: The shortlist announcement is a major yearly event in the publishing world, drawing attention to the year's most acclaimed books.

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