Queen Camilla is preparing to welcome some of the literary world’s biggest names to Clarence House.
The Queen will host the annual Booker Prize reception on Thursday, November 12, bringing together this year’s shortlisted authors, judges and supporters of the prestigious literary award.
The gathering will offer an opportunity to celebrate the writers whose work has captured the attention of readers and critics over the past year, as well as the launch of the new children’s category.
Just one day earlier, the winner of the 2026 Booker Prize will be announced, with the literary world eagerly awaiting to discover which shortlisted author will take home this year’s coveted title.
Meanwhile, Prince William will attend the annual Tusk Conservation Awards on Wednesday, November 11, where he will celebrate the work of conservationists protecting Africa’s wildlife, landscapes and communities.
It will see senior members of the Royal Family supporting two different causes.Â
