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In the world of the Booker Prizes this week: reading recommendations for music lovers; seven Booker-nominated books with a sporting edge; plus, our team picks out their favourite past prize winners

10 Booker-nominated books for music lovers

Music is rarely incidental in a story and often illuminating. If you love music as much as books – and with a summer of music festivals now underway – we think you’ll enjoy this collection of Booker-nominated novels, each with music close to its heart.

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Seven Booker-nominated novels with a sporting edge

Summer means sport and this selection of books is perfect for fans, whether you prefer to watch or play. From cricket, golf and squash, to football, basketball and boxing, these books capture the highs and lows of life on and off the pitch, court or ring, exploring the thrill of competition and the sanctuary sport can sometimes offer.

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Editors’ picks: our favourite Booker Prize-winning books

Excitement is building here at Booker Prizes HQ as we prepare for the Booker Prize 2025 season. It’s just a few short weeks now until the longlist is announced on 29 July! During a moment of calm before things get hectic, members of the team picked out their favourite winners from years gone by.

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Which Booker Prize-winning book is your favourite? Let us – and fellow readers – know in the comments.