German Book Prize Winners, 2005–2026
Explore the German Book Prize winners from 2005 to 2026, including each winning work, its author and detailed book information. Browse the winners chronologically or discover which award-winning book may suit your reading preferences.
- Country
- Germany
- Founded
- 2005
- Frequency
- Annual
- Prize
- €25,000
- Official website
- Visit site
Latest German Book Prize Winner
German Book Prize Winners by Year
22 winners from 2005 to 2026, newest first. Results last checked November 2, 2026.
About the German Book Prize
The German Book Prize selects the year’s best novel written in German. Its shortlist of six books gives readers a manageable view of current German fiction.
Why it began: The Börsenverein des Deutschen Buchhandels launched it in 2005 to give contemporary German fiction a stronger public and international profile.
The German Book Prize is an annual Germany award, with a prize of €25,000.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the latest German Book Prize?
The most recent German Book Prize winner in our records is “Die Lücken” by Shida Bazyar, awarded in 2026.
What is the list of German Book Prize winners?
This page lists the German Book Prize winners from 2005 to 2026, newest first, with each winning book and its author. Jump to the full list under “German Book Prize Winners by Year”.
When was the German Book Prize founded?
The German Book Prize was founded in 2005.
How often is the German Book Prize awarded?
The German Book Prize is awarded on an annual basis.