Nominations for the 2026 Prime Minister’s Awards for Literary Achievement are now open!

By Creative New Zealand | Posted: Friday Aug 07, 2026

Nominations close 3 September 2026

Do you know of a New Zealand writer who has made a contribution to New Zealand literature in the genres of fiction, non-fiction, or poetry? Awards of $60,000 are made in each category.

Celebrate and recognise artistic excellence and achievements of New Zealand writers by making a nomination. Writers can also nominate themselves.

Find out more and nominate here: Prime Minister's Awards for Literary Achievement | Creative New Zealand