Check out exclusive video content including interviews with nominees, performed excerpts from the books and more.
VideoMay 16 2026
Brigitte Giraud – Live Fast Q&A
Q&A Session with 2026 Dublin Literary Award shortlisted author Brigitte Giraud, author of Live Fast, exploring the inspirations behind her novel.
VideoMay 12 2026
Laurent Binet – Perspective(s) Q&A
Check out our Q&A with Laurent Binet, author of shortlisted title Perspective(s), as he discusses the inspirations behind his work and reflects on the role libraries have played in shaping his journey
VideoMay 8 2026
Ali Smith – Gliff Q&A
Shortlisted author Ali Smith discusses the creative inspirations behind Gliff and reflects on the significance of libraries throughout her reading and writing life in our latest Q&A.
VideoMay 5 2026
Magdalena Blažević – In Late Summer Q&A
Check out our Q&A with Magdalena Blažević, author of the 2026 shortlisted novel In Late Summer where she explores the influences behind the book and reflects on how libraries have shaped her life as a
VideoMay 5 2026
Éric Chacour – What I Know About You Q&A
Check out our Q&A with Éric Chacour, author of What I Know About You, as he discusses the inspirations behind his work and reflects on the role libraries have played in shaping his journey as a writer
VideoMay 5 2026
Ocean Vuong – The Emperor of Gladness Q & A
Check out our Q&A with Ocean Vuong, author of the 2026 shortlisted novel The Emperor of Glasses, where he explores the influences behind the book and reflects on how libraries have shaped his life as
VideoApril 7 2026
The 2026 Shortlist
Discover this year’s Dublin Literary Award Shortlist
VideoFebruary 17 2026
The 2026 Longlist
Discover this year’s Dublin Literary Award Longlist
VideoDecember 31 2025
Bidding farewell on our 30 Years Anniversary Year
Let’s take a look back at some highlights from past years.
VideoMay 26 2025
2025 Dublin Literary Award Winner in Conversation
Winning author Michael Crummey in conversation with Madeleine Keane at the International Literature Festival Dublin.
VideoMay 23 2025
2025 Dublin Literary Award Ceremony
2025 Dublin Literary Award Winner Ceremony live from the International Literature Festival Dublin.
VideoMay 23 2025
2019 Winner Emily Ruskovich
Dublin Literary Award Celebrating 30 Years Q&A
VideoMay 23 2025
2010 Winner Gerbrand Bakker
Dublin Literary Award Celebrating 30 Years Q&A
VideoMay 23 2025
2021 Winner Valeria Luiselli
Dublin Literary Award Celebrating 30 Years Q&A
VideoMay 15 2025
2013 Winner Kevin Barry
Dublin Literary Award Celebrating 30 Years Q&A
VideoMay 12 2025
Daniel Mason on North Woods
2025 Dublin Literary Award shortlisted authors spotlight.
VideoMay 8 2025
Paul Lynch on Prophet Song
2025 Dublin Literary Award shortlisted author spotlight.
VideoApril 30 2025
Percival Everett on James
2025 Dublin Literary Award shortlisted author spotlight.
VideoApril 23 2025
Michael Crummey on The Adversary
2025 Dublin Literary Award shortlisted author spotlight.
VideoApril 17 2025
Gerda Blees on We Are Light
2025 Dublin Literary Award shortlisted author spotlight.
