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All the books – and their authors, illustrators, translators and publishers – in the race for the prize(s), with commentary from books editor Claire Mabey. From 159 entries this year’s judges have narrowed this year’s finalists down to just 30 books, each a shimmering gem, a treasure for Aotearoa’s bookshelves. “ They made us laugh, cry and stare off into space to think some more,” says convenor of judges Simie Simpson.