Bracken Prize for Young Authors 2026

The Bracken Prize for Young Authors 2026, organized by the Financial Times, recognises exceptional unpublished business book proposals from emerging writers under 35. The prize offers substantial cash awards and international exposure to the finalists and winner, focusing on original ideas in business and related fields.

Cash prize, international recognition, increased visibility within the publishing and business community, expert feedback on the proposal.

Unpublished business book proposals from writers under the age of 35.

Submit an original, unpublished business book proposal via the official Bracken Prize website before the deadline.