UQP Authors Shortlisted for the 2026 South Australian Literary Awards

A huge congratulations to the below authors who have been shortlisted in the 2026 South Australian Literary Awards spanning three categories:

• Leo and Ralph by Peter Carnavaa
  
• Little Bones by Sandy Bigna
  
• Discipline by Randa Abdel-Fattah
  
• We Speak of Flowers by Eileen Chong
  
• The Rot by Evelyn Araluen

Established in 1986 by the Government of South Australia, the South Australian Literary Awards honour and celebrate Australia’s vibrant writing culture. The awards program offers both national and state-based prizes across a diverse range of genres, recognising excellence in published works and supporting new voices.

Held biennially and proudly managed by the State Library of South Australia, the Awards also include awards and fellowships for South Australian writers - highlighting the importance of local storytelling, supporting the literary community, and encouraging public engagement with literature.

Congratulations once again to our shortlisted authors!