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Paris Photo/Aperture Shortlist Books
Each year, I look forward in anticipation for the Paris Photo/Aperture Shortlist of Books. The award recognizes excellence in three major categories of photobook publishing: First PhotoBook, PhotoBook of the Year, and Photography Catalogue of the Year. This year’s shortlist selection was made by a jury comprising: Clinton Cargill, visual editor, the New York Times; Lesley A. Martin, creative director, Aperture; Miwa Susuda, Dashwood Books; publisher, Session Press; Brian Wallis, executive director, Center for Photography at Woodstock; and Leslie M. Wilson, associate director for Academic Engagement and Research, Art Institute of Chicago.
Many years, there is a list of awardees often including the amazing team at MACK and Hans Gremmen's outstanding design at his imprint FW:Books. This year is no exception. There are those on the shortlist published by the artists, smaller presses like Loose Joints, and others who continue to produce award-winning titles. In this email, Grenade in a Jar offers a few selected books from the list. I am excited to find out the winner that will be named in November at Paris Photo. Until then, hedge your bets on the winner or just buy some lovely books. As always, I thank you for your support!