The Women’s Prize for Fiction has revealed its longlist for 2024, showcasing an impressive array of talent. Among the featured authors are Liberian-born Ghanaian writer Peace Adzo Medie and Ethiopian-American writer Maya Binyam.
Founded in 1996, the Women’s Prize for Fiction aims to address the disparity in coverage, respect, and recognition afforded to female writers compared to their male counterparts. The prize provides a platform for exceptional writing by women, celebrating the finest full-length books each year. Esteemed past winners include Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Zadie Smith, and Ali Smith.
This year, the Women’s Prize for Fiction has introduced a new nonfiction award. The judging panel for 2024 includes chair Monica Ali, Ayọ̀bámi Adébáyọ̀, Laura Dockrill, Indira Varma, and Anna Whitehouse. The longlist features 16 outstanding titles that celebrate individuality, with over half of the authors being debut writers.
Peace Adzo Medie was longlisted for her second novel, Nightbloom, while Maya Binyam made the list with her debut novel, Hangman. The winner of this year’s prize, who will be announced later in the year, will receive £30,000 and a bronze statuette.
