The Astra TV Awards 2026 have recognized A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms in the prestigious Book to Screen category, honoring standout adaptations that bring literary works to television. HBO’s Dunk & Egg prequel, based on George R. R. Martin’s novellas, will compete against a diverse slate of adaptations ranging from romance to dystopian fiction. The winners will be announced on August 15, 2026, at a ceremony in Los Angeles, hosted by the Hollywood Creative Alliance.
Quick read
- A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms nominated for Book to Screen.
- Competing shows include Heated Rivalry, Margo’s Got Money Troubles, The Summer I Turned Pretty, The Testaments, and Young Sherlock.
- Astra TV Awards ceremony set for August 15 in Los Angeles.
Book to Screen nominees
The full list of nominees in the category includes:
- A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms (HBO) — George R. R. Martin’s Dunk & Egg novellas.
- Heated Rivalry (HBO Max) — based on Rachel Reid’s hockey romance novel.
- Margo’s Got Money Troubles (Apple TV+) — adapted from Rufi Thorpe’s novel.
- The Summer I Turned Pretty (Prime Video) — Jenny Han’s YA romance series.
- The Testaments (Hulu) — Margaret Atwood’s sequel to The Handmaid’s Tale.
- Young Sherlock (Prime Video) — based on Andrew Lane’s YA detective series.
Maekar Targaryen in A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms finale (Image: HBO)
Why this matters for Dunk & Egg
This nomination signals that HBO’s gamble on a smaller‑scale Westeros story has paid off. Unlike Game of Thrones or House of the Dragon, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms focuses on intimacy and mentorship, following Ser Duncan the Tall and young Egg. Recognition in the Book to Screen category validates the show’s ability to honor Martin’s source material while carving out its own identity in the awards landscape.
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