Mon 2 Nov · 6pm
BRUNSWICK BALLROOM, MELBOURNE · Brunswick
six shortlisted books argued over by people who read properly
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Julian Barnes once famously described the Booker Prize as "posh bingo" and,
while your mileage may vary, it remains the one literary award that
consistently inspires reading lists and rampant speculation, not to mention
sales. So a week before the 2026 winner is announced, for one night only in
the Brunswick Ballroom, Australia's favourite book clubbers invite you to
join to thrash out the highs and lows of the six books on this year's
shortlist.
The End of Everything by M. John Harrison
The Disappearers by Marlon James
Black Bag by Luke Kennard
May We Feed the King by Rebecca Perry
The Things We Never Say by Elizabeth Strout
John of John by Douglas Stuart
ABC bookclub favourites Marieke Hardy and Jason Steger will be joined by
celebrated author Tony Birch and host Michael Williams to dissect, disagree
and throw the floor open for your bookclub to come and share your views.
Pick your favourites, complain about the oversights, and mull over the
trends and judges' peccadillos, all over a comradely drink.
TICKETING INFO
Please have a digital or printed copy of your ticket ready on arrival along with a valid photo ID. Acceptable ID includes a current and valid Australian Photo Drivers Licence, State Approved ‘Proof of Age’ card or Passport.
The Brunswick Ballroom strives to improve our practices when it comes to sustainability and to reduce our carbon footprint. We don’t sell or provide plastic water bottles.
VENUE INFO
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Quick answers
When is THE 2026 BOOKER BOOK CLUB?
Mon 2 Nov 2026, 6pm.
Where is it?
BRUNSWICK BALLROOM, MELBOURNE, Brunswick, VIC.
How much are tickets?
From $40, as the source listed it when Keen last read the listing. The ticket page has the current price.
Is there an age limit?
Yes, it is 18 and over.
Where do I get tickets?
On moshtix.com.au. The button at the top of this page goes straight there.
How do I find out which of my mates are keen?
Tap "Ask your mates if they're keen" on this page. You get one link for the group chat, and your mates answer keen, maybe or can't in their browser, with no app and no sign-up. It is free.
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