Two Manuscripts and One Published Title Nominated for Oldenburger Children and Youth Book Prize

The Reader Times desk 15 October 2026 Based on Börsenblatt reporting

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Three works – two unpublished manuscripts and one already released youth novel – have been shortlisted for the Oldenburger Kinder‑ und Jugendbuchpreis, with the winner to be announced on 18 November in Oldenburg.

The Oldenburger Kinder‑ und Jugendbuchpreis has announced its shortlist, comprising two manuscript submissions and one previously published youth book.

The three nominated works will compete for the prize, which recognises outstanding contributions to children’s and young adult literature.

The award ceremony is scheduled for 18 November in Oldenburg, where the winning author or title will be revealed.

Organisers have not disclosed the titles or authors of the nominated works at this stage.