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Banner for the 2026 Griffin Poetry Prize longlist. It features the covers of ten poetry books arranged in a row against a dark background with the Griffin Poetry Prize logo. The text reads “Griffin Poetry Prize” at the top and “2026 Longlist” at the bottom, with the Open Book and Griffin logos on either side.

Ten Books, Ten Poets: The 2026 Griffin Poetry Prize Longlist Is Here

The international Griffin Poetry Prize has unveiled its 2026 longlist, highlighting ten poetry collections from around the world that reflect the breadth and vitality of contemporary verse. Judges Andrea ...

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Kelsey McIver Explores the Magic of ST. PATRICK'S DAY in a New Nonfiction Book for Young Readers

A familiar holiday gets a closer look in this accessible introduction to its origins and meaning. In St. Patrick’s Day (Saunders Book Company) young readers are invited to go beyond parades and green ...

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