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An Post Irish Book Awards
Discover the very best books of the year on this year's Shortlist.
An Post Irish Book Awards Shortlist 2026
The shortlist for the An Post Irish Book Awards 2026 features a diverse mix of exceptional writing from new and established writers across a range of categories.
The An Post Battle of the Book Clubs 2026
Big prizes, invites to exclusive events and the chance to feature in our national campaign and shine a spotlight on your book club!
Join us for #BookTok over on our Tik Tok Channel
Follow our TikTok as we bring you plenty of #BookTok content throughout the An Post Irish Book Awards season!
Expect special takeovers, guest appearances, author interviews, the shortlist announcement, Battle of the Book Clubs, behind-the-scenes content from the awards build-up and plenty of book recommendations!
Unlocking Life
An Post is proud to introduce the 'Unlocking Life' literacy initiative that aims to address reading and writing challenges among adults and children, breaking the cycle of literacy problems and providing access to more opportunities in life.
An Post, proudly supports readers, writers and book sellers across Ireland
As part of our on going sponsorship, we have developed partnerships with leading organisations in the literacy space including NALA, Children’s Books Ireland and Book Selling Ireland. Our partners are perfectly aligned with our goal and collectively our mission is clear to get more people reading.
Learn to Read with NALA
The National Adult Literacy Agency remove barriers to people with literacy and numeracy difficulties.
Every Child a Reader
Children's Books Ireland aim to inspire a love of reading in children and young people in Ireland.
Supporting Irish Book Sellers
Book Selling Ireland exists to support its members to create excellent products and services for booksellers.
Send the Magic of Books
Our new sustainable packaging is just what you need to send a book to a friend or loved one. You can now enjoy a cleaner, greener more sustainable delivery when you send the gift of a book.
