The Forward Book of Poetry 2026

Poets, Various

Paperback (25 Sep 2025)

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Publisher's Synopsis

The judges of the 2025 Forward Prizes for Poetry read hundreds of recent books and individual poems before arriving at this anthology. Celebrating the boldness and variety of today's poets, this collection opens windows into society, culture, and individual lives.

The Forward Prizes are the most influential awards for new poetry published in the UK and Ireland. This selection combines fresh voices with familiar names, making the book essential reading for seasoned poetry enthusiasts and new readers alike.

'Central to the literary landscape of modern Britain.' Andrew Marr

About the Publisher

Faber & Faber

Faber and Faber is one of the last of the great independent publishing houses in London. With the great depth of its backlist, featuring books by no fewer than twelve Nobel Laureates and six Booker Prize-winners, a thriving frontlist and ever-growing e-book list, and new ventures including the print-on-demand Faber Finds imprint, Faber Digital (publisher of the award-winning The Waste Land for iPad App), Faber Academy (the creative writing school), as well as Faber Factory Powered by Constellation, and Faber Factory Plus, the company continues to go from strength to strength.

Book information

ISBN:	9780571397679
Publisher:	Faber & Faber
Imprint:	Faber & Faber
Pub date:	25 Sep 2025
DEWEY:	821.9208
DEWEY edition:	23
Language:	English
Number of pages:	144
Weight:	-1g
Height:	216mm
Width:	135mm