Cookbooks, crime fiction, and Booker nominees and newcomers all on shortlist for An Post Irish Book Awards

Katriona O'Sullivan, author of Poor and Paul Lynch, author of Prophet Song pictured at the unveiling of the shortlist for the An Post Irish Book Awards 2023. Photo: Patrick Bolger

Cian Ó Broin

The shortlist for the An Post Irish Book Awards 2023 has been announced, made up of a diverse mix of the most exceptional writers from across the island.

From established masters of their craft to new authors looking to wrestle their way onto the shelves, this year’s nominees will battle it out in 19 different categories, with the winners to be announced on November 22.