If James wins for “The Disappearers” or Stuart for “John of John,” it would be a rare second win for an author in the history of the prestigious literary award.
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If James wins for “The Disappearers” or Stuart for “John of John,” it would be a rare second win for an author in the history of the prestigious literary award.
