We’re thrilled to share that Orbital by Samantha Harvey has been crowned the 2024 Booker Prize winner, and you can listen to it right now on xigxag! Announced by Chair of the judges, Edmund de Waal, at a ceremony held at Old Billingsgate in London, this year’s prize went to Harvey’s incredible, boundary-pushing novel. The prestigious £50,000 prize and the Booker trophy were awarded to her by last year’s winner, Paul Lynch.
In Orbital, Harvey explores a single day in the lives of six astronauts and cosmonauts aboard the International Space Station. Harvey’s novel has been celebrated as both intimate and expansive, offering listeners a chance to experience life beyond our world, yet fully grounded in the universal truths of human experience.
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Join us on xigxag to discover why Orbital has captivated the Booker judges and readers alike! Whether you’re a dedicated space enthusiast, a literary fiction fan, or simply curious to experience this award-winning work, Orbital invites you to step into the lives of its characters and reflect on the power and fragility of life.
Ready to start listening? Head over to xigxag and enjoy Orbital, the 2024 Booker Prize-winning audiobook. Plus check out our Booker Prize 2024 Longlist collection and enjoy a selection of titles including Held by Anne Michaels and James by Percival Everett.
