Overview

• Jury spokesperson Laura de Weck said the selection reflects a "wobbly" present, emphasizing language, narrative approach and today’s unsettling climate.
• Twelve women and eight men are nominated across a mix of established authors and newcomers.
• The shortlist of six will be announced on 16 September, with the winner to be named on 13 October in Frankfurt, the evening before the book fair.
• The prize totals €37,500, with €25,000 for the winner and €2,500 for each of the other shortlisted authors.
• This year’s jury includes Laura de Weck, Jürgen Kaube, Maria Carolina Foi, Friedhelm Marx, Kathrin Matern, Lara Sielmann and Shirin Sojitrawalla.