The nine pieces selected are split between well-known and lesser-known writers, a balance that the publishers say they hope to maintain.

This new grouping includes 60 works by both celebrated and lesser-known writers, from Argentina to Zimbabwe and many points in between.

The general tone however tends towards the counter-cultural, controversial and left-wing, with a frequent championing of lesser-known writers.

If you don't overprint and have a strong library list, you'll get a good one even from the lesser-known writers.

While some references can be regarded as common knowledge, others are quite obscure and may be to lesser-known writers.

First novels and books by lesser-known literary writers will get extra shelf space this fall, some of it left by the summer defectors.

Garfield was one of the few high-profile movie stars - rather than lesser-known writers, directors and supporting actors - who seemed vulnerable.

Multimillion-dollar contracts have become the norm for proven authors and potential best sellers by lesser-known writers.

His contacts at the Almeida Theatre, where lesser-known writers were promoted, proved invaluable during this period.

The award has also raised hopes that the work of lesser-known writers will win more exposure abroad.