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Sarah Jessica Parker Defends Reading Two Books Daily as Booker Prize Judge

At the PEN America Literary Gala, Parker reaffirmed her commitment to an intense reading schedule, addressing skepticism over her claims.

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Overview

  • Sarah Jessica Parker stated she reads two books daily to meet the demands of judging the Booker Prize, a claim that has sparked online debate.
  • Critics on social media questioned the feasibility of her reading pace, with some suggesting it would be difficult to absorb and retain so much material.
  • Supporters highlighted Parker's literary background, including her publishing imprint SJP Lit, and her ability to dedicate full days to reading due to a lighter professional schedule.
  • Parker clarified that she adjusted her commitments this year, reading from morning to night to focus on the Booker Prize judging process.
  • Her involvement stems from a long-standing ambition to participate in the Booker Prize, inspired by learning about the judges' rigorous reading schedules in the past.