Charlotte McConaghy’s Wild Dark Shore has been named the ABA BookData Adult Fiction Book of the Year 2026, as voted by booksellers across Australia.
The ABA 2026 Book of the Year Awards celebrate the books that have captured the hearts of Australian booksellers. These are the stories championed in bookshops and shared with readers across the country. The awards recognise books that have made a genuine impact, connecting authors and readers through the hands of booksellers.
We’re delighted that Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy has won the ABA BookData Adult Fiction Book of the Year 2026.
It means so much to see Australian booksellers continue to support this remarkable novel. Their enthusiasm and advocacy have helped connect Wild Dark Shore with readers across the country. Congratulations to Charlotte McConaghy and everyone involved in bringing this outstanding book to readers.
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Penguin Random House has won Publisher of the Year at the 2026 Australian Book Industry Awards (ABIAs). The 2026 ABIA have just been announced and we are beyond excited to share that Penguin Random House has been awarded Publisher of the Year marking our third consecutive win - and fifth in six years!
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