Bracken Prize for Young Authors 2026: the longlist

Financial Times · FT reporter Published Jump · 2026-11-06 11:00 UTC

The future of Arctic commerce and the impact of AI on young professionals are topics in the running for award for best business book proposal

Twelve business book proposals have made the longlist for this year’s £15,000 Bracken Prize for Young Authors, on themes including the future of Arctic commerce, the influence of Gulf states in Africa, and the impact of AI on young professionals.

The award, backed by the FT and Standard Chartered, goes to the best business book proposal by an author aged under 35. Two runners-up will each receive £2,000.

The Bracken Prize is named after Brendan Bracken, former chair of the FT. The judges are looking for a proposal that provides a compelling and enjoyable insight into future trends in business, economics, finance or management.

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