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Fellows

Our Fellows make up some of the greatest names in contemporary literature. See a full list.

Honorary Fellows

Honorary Fellows are those who have made a significant contribution to the advancement of literature as publishers, agents, booksellers or producers, or who have rendered special service to the Society.

Fellows Remembered

Read tributes to and learn about some of our deceased Fellows.

40 Under 40

As a special initiative for 2018, our governing Council elected 40 writers aged under 40 to become Fellows of the RSL. For the first time in our history, we asked publishers, literary agents, literature organisations and writers to recommend the best young writers for nomination.

Fellowship Election

Fifteen Fellows are elected each year. Learn more about the election process.

RSL Fellows Reading Group Recommendations

Fellows share their suggestions for reading group titles.

News & Updates

The Encore Award – 2022 Shortlist

06/05/2022

We’re delighted to unveil the shortlist for the 2022 Encore Award! The annual Award of £10,000 celeb …
RSL Ondaatje Prize 2022 – Winner Announced

04/05/2022

We are excited to announce that Lea Ypi has won the 2022 RSL Ondaatje Prize with Free (Allen Lane). …
RSL Ondaatje Prize 2022 Shortlist Announced

20/04/2022

We’re delighted to announce the shortlist for the RSL Ondaatje Prize 2022, as selected by this year’ …
Marina Warner announced as RSL President Emerita

14/04/2022

All at the RSL are delighted to announce Marina Warner as President Emerita, joining Presidents Emer …