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2026 Novella Prize shortlist

Mark Blagrave, “Crossings”
Kerry Eady, “The Years We Were Watched”
Taylor Houghton, “This State of Being”
Matt Jones, “Sea Monsters”
Suha Mardelli, “Venus in Beirut”
Edmond Pang, “The Suitcase at Yokohama Station”
John Elizabeth Stintzi, “Tantalus”
Katie Zdybel, “Former Glory”

The winner, as chosen by contest judges Rob Benvie and Liz Harmer, will be announced on our website and social media on April 9. Thank you to all who entered the contest, and best of luck to those shortlisted!

Novella Prize 2026