The Shortlist is in!
From gripping fiction and remarkable memoirs to fascinating history and unforgettable sporting stories, the An Post Irish Book Awards shortlist celebrates the very best in Irish writing and storytelling. Explore this year's standout titles, discover your next great read and see which books are in the running for top honours!
Best Non-Fiction Books
Delve into rich cultural history, eye-opening biographies or relive the glory of our sporting icons with some of the Best Irish Non-Fiction Books of 2026.
NON-FICTION SHORTLISTS 2026
Best Fiction Books
Find your next favourite fiction reads from ground-breaking debuts, gripping crime and thrillers to the biggest bestsellers in the Best Irish Fiction Books of 2026.
FICTION SHORTLISTS 2026
