National Book Award 2007: Complete list of winners

The 2007 National Book Award marked another year of recognizing literary excellence across America’s most celebrated book prize. This prestigious annual honor, established in 1950, continues to shine a spotlight on the year’s most significant works, and the 2007 National Book Award selections were no exception. Robert Hass took home the poetry prize for Time and Materials: Poems, 1997–2005, a retrospective collection that gathered nearly a decade of his work and demonstrated why he remains one of contemporary poetry’s most vital voices.

The National Book Award—often simply referred to as the NBA among literary circles—draws significant attention each year from publishers, readers, and critics alike. The 2007 winners reflected the award’s commitment to honoring diverse voices and varied approaches to the written word. Hass’s winning collection showcased his characteristic intelligence and formal sophistication, earning recognition in what has long been one of the award’s most competitive categories.

Below, you’ll find the complete list of 2007 National Book Award winners and finalists:

Poetry

• Time and Materials: Poems, 1997–2005† by Robert Hass