Lyse Doucet and Arundhati Roy Shortlisted for 2026 Women’s Prize for Nonfiction

Lyse Doucet and Arundhati Roy are among the finalists for the 2026 Women’s Prize for Nonfiction, recognized for their works on wartime hotels and other compelling subjects. This shortlist underscores the prize’s role in elevating women’s voices in nonfiction, a genre where female authors have been historically underrepresented. The winner, to be announced on June 11, 2026, will receive £30,000, spotlighting significant literary contributions that engage with critical global and historical issues.