Community Read: Livestream Party for the Aspen Words Literary Prize

Who will win the 2025 Aspen Words Literary Prize? Join us to watch the awards ceremony in real-time!

Attendees at the Library’s viewing party will be able to delight in the evening’s most exciting aspects: a conversation with the finalist authors led by Bilal Qureshi,  independent essayist, broadcaster and critic, and the live announcement of the $35,000 prize winner.

Enjoy light refreshments, mingle, and find out who will win this year's Literary Prize as it is announced at the Morgan Library in New York City. Refreshments and snacks will be available, as well as a chance to win a raffle prize! All attendees will have the opportunity to sign up for a free copy of the winning book, which will be featured in the 2025 Community Read this summer.

Stay after the prize is announced and discuss your favorite book from the 2025 Longlist or 2025 Shortlist.

Please register so we can provide the appropriate amount of refreshments and snacks.

In partnership with Aspen Words. Find out more about the Aspen Words Literary Prize.