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Mark & Evette Moran Nib Literary Award
Waverley Council is recognising 25 years of rewarding exceptional Australian research-based literature in 2026.
Since its initiation as the Waverley Library Award for Literature in 2002, Council’s annual national literary prize has evolved into the $40,000 Mark & Evette Moran Nib Literary Award, now one of the most respected and valuable prizes in the country. Other prizes on offer include the Nib People’s Choice Prize ($4,000) and the Alex Buzo Shortlist Prize (6 x $1,500).
Judged by an independent panel of experts, prizes are awarded on the criteria of literary merit, quality research, readability and value to the community.
See here for more about submitting a nomination for the 2026 Award.
The Mark & Evette Moran Nib Literary Award is presented annually by Waverley Council with generous support from Principal Sponsors Mark and Evette Moran, and community partner Gertrude & Alice Café Bookstore. |
Subscribe to the monthly Nib News or the Waverley Weekly to be kept informed. For enquiries, email nibaward@waverley.nsw.gov.au.
Find out more about this prestigious award below.
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History and sponsors
Learn about the background of the award and meet the sponsors.
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Nomination, eligibility and guidelines
Nominations are open nationally each year between April and June. Eligibility and guidelines are updated annually.
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