The six books on the #ReadingsPrize 2020 shortlist are:
Lucky Ticket by Joey Bui

“Each story thrusts the reader into a different world; in each story Bui harnesses a voice that is powerful, distinct and nuanced.”

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Dolores by Lauren Aimee Curtis

“A highly enigmatic novella that manages to work some strange magic on the reader.”

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The House of Youssef by Yumna Kassab ( @kassabyumna)

“These short, sharp stories are structured in a compelling fashion, building on each other to create a larger whole.”

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The Animals in That Country by Laura Jean McKay ( @laurajeanmckay)

“Gripping from the get-go, this is one of the stand-out novels of the year.”

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Smart Ovens for Lonely People by Elizabeth Tan ( @elzbtht)

“Full of incisive commentary and pin-sharp prose, this is a marvellous and highly rewarding read.”

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A Lonely Girl Is a Dangerous Thing by Jessie Tu ( @Jess_Tu2)

“This darkly compelling debut heralds Jessie Tu as a young writer to watch.”

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And there you have it! Here are the 6 terrific first and second-time books shortlisted for the 2020 Readings Prize for New Australian Fiction! Congratulations to all the authors! #ReadingsPrize #ReadingsPrizeShortlist

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