Books
Publishing, authors, literary prizes, and book-market trends.
Strokestown poetry prize shortlist revealed
The 2026 Strokestown International Poetry Competition shortlist has been announced, with five poets in contention for the prize.
Book Deals: Week of April 6, 2026
Publishers Weekly’s April 3 rights roundup highlights several book deals, including Kensington’s move on Melissa K. Roehrich’s series, Spiegel & Grau’s deal for Hannah Morrish and Mira’s preempt of Brooke Shaden’s debut duology.