The 2026 PEN/Hemingway Award for Debut Novel longlist has been announced. The award honors a debut novel with exceptional literary merit by an American author who has not previously published a full-length work of fiction. Aimed at championing new voices and supporting the longevity of writers’ literary careers, the PEN/Hemingway Award for Debut Novel is one of the most prestigious literary awards for authors.
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2026 PEN/Hemingway Award Longlist
View this post on InstagramOne of the most prestigious awards in the book world, the PEN/Hemingway Award for Debut Novel honors the debut of an American author of extraordinary literary merit. Winners receive a $10,000 cash prize plus a residency through the Ucross Foundation to support their next work. The award is presented at a ceremony at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum in Boston.
2026 Longlist Judges
On a post shared to social media, the PEN/Faulkner Foundation shared, “We are thrilled to announce the longlist of books for the 2026 PEN/Hemingway Award for Debut Novel! From this list, the judges—@rachelbeanland @dionneirvingwriter @taymoursoomro —will select three finalists, to be announced in February. The winning book will be announced in March.”
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