Wednesday, November 18, 2026
Livestream at 8pm EST
The 77th National Book Awards Ceremony will be hosted by Kyle MacLachlan and feature musical guest Michelle Zauner.
The Ceremony will be livestreamed from Cipriani Wall Street, free for readers everywhere.
Join us in celebrating the 2026 honorees—and learn the Winners in real time—by registering to watch!
Kyle MacLachlan is an award-winning actor, New York Times bestselling author, podcaster, winemaker, and internet sensation whose career spans over four decades. Best known for his collaborations with David Lynch, including Dune, Blue Velvet, and Twin Peaks, MacLachlan’s credits also include Sex and the City, Desperate Housewives, Portlandia, Fallout, and The Lowdown. Beyond acting, he launched his podcast What Are We Even Doing?, and founded the acclaimed Washington State wine label Pursued by Bear. In 2026, MacLachlan published his bestselling debut memoir, Fictional Selves.
Michelle Zauner is a musician and author based in New York City. She has won acclaim from major music outlets around the world. Her album Jubilee earned two GRAMMY nominations for Best New Artist and Best Alternative Music Album. Her first book, Crying in H Mart, was a #1 New York Times bestseller, and has been translated into 20 languages. In 2022, TIME Magazine named Michelle one of its 100 Most Influential People. Her follow-up memoir, Thank You for Your Suffering, is forthcoming.
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