British author M. John Harrison wins Booker Prize at age 81

British writer <b>M. John Harrison</b>, 81, was announced as the Booker Prize winner on Monday, November 9, 2026, for his novel <b>The End of Everything</b>. The award ceremony took place in London and includes a £50,000 prize. The novel, Harrison's 13th, portrays a post‑apocalyptic Britain invaded by mysterious objects called iGhetti, echoing concerns about artificial intelligence. Judges chair <b>Mary Beard</b> highlighted the book’s ambition and its relevance to current AI debates, noting its satirical take on politics and technology. Harrison, a veteran of British science‑fiction, beat five other shortlisted authors. The win brings a sales boost and raises his profile beyond niche genre circles.