Reese Witherspoon turns 50 with an Oscar, a book club, and a great portfolio
Reese Witherspoon celebrates her 50th birthday, marking her fruitful career in Hollywood with an Academy Award and various productions.
Novel 'Goldstrand': Katerina Poladjan wins the Leipzig Book Fair Prize
Katerina Poladjan has been awarded the Leipzig Book Fair Prize for her novel 'Goldstrand', which takes readers on a journey from Odessa to Bulgaria.
The Argentine Sofía Balbuena wins the IX Ribera del Duero Short Narrative Award
Argentine author Sofía Balbuena has won the IX Ribera del Duero Short Narrative Award for her book 'Personaje secundario', which explores themes of friendship and emotional conventions.
Leipzig Book Fair: The War Still Rages Within Him
Miljenko Jergović, a Bosnian author, is awarded the Leipzig Book Prize for European Understanding at the Leipzig Book Fair, highlighting the enduring themes of war in his works.
Magnesii Literu may be awarded to Kateřina Šedá or the book about people with ADHD
The article discusses the potential candidates for the Magnesii Literu award, including artist Kateřina Šedá and a book focusing on individuals with ADHD.
Swedish Children's Book Could Win Prestigious British Award
Swedish authors Uje Brandelius and Clara Dackenberg are nominated for the prestigious Carnegie Medal in the UK for their children's book 'The Playdate.'
At 8 Years Old, She Wrote Her First Book, Drew All the Characters, and Received an International Award: Antonella Pervil Caligari's 'Stories to Save the Planet'
Antonella Pervil Caligari, a 12-year-old from Puerto Rico, gained international recognition for her environmental books, having written her first at age 8.
Romualdas Mieczkowskis, award winner of the Vilnius club: "A Pole in Poland is mono, while a Pole from Lithuania is stereo"
Romualdas Mieczkowskis' book "Mano Fabijoniškės" captures the transformation of Fabijoniškės from a village to a city district, earning him recognition from a panel of literary judges.
Cultural beacon of the region. The writer Sergio Ramírez nominated the Buenos Aires Book Fair for the Princess of Asturias Award
Nicaraguan writer Sergio Ramírez has nominated the Buenos Aires International Book Fair for the prestigious Princess of Asturias Award in the Communication and Humanities category, highlighting its cultural significance in the region.
Boy and Grandpa selected for the list of the world's most outstanding children's books
The book 'Boy and Grandpa' by Triinu Laan and illustrated by Anne Pikkov has been chosen for a prestigious list of outstanding children's books by the jury of the Hans Christian Andersen award.
Cancellation of the Award: Wolfram Weimer's Bookshop Incompetence
Cultural State Minister Wolfram Weimer has canceled a prestigious bookshop award ceremony, citing various difficulties and controversies surrounding his tenure.
POWERFUL! ⟩ An Estonian children's book has received significant international recognition
An Estonian children's book titled "Boy and Papa" has been recommended by the Hans Christian Andersen Award jury as part of its distinguished book list.
"Ideological Examination": Book Association: Weimer Puts Bookstores "Under General Suspicion"
Culture State Minister Weimer has removed left-leaning bookstores from the nominations for a book award due to alleged extremism, leading to strong criticism from the German Book Association.
‘Xixilândia’ and ‘Escape of the Poop’: a short story book inspired by childhood conflicts earns a national award for a writer from Uberlândia
The writer Nice Machado from Uberlândia has won a national literary award for her children's short story book that humorously addresses childhood conflicts.
Stormy Drama and Black Clouds in Award-Winning Picture Book
A review of the award-winning picture book "Stormen" highlights its dramatic storytelling and vibrant illustrations.
"Nice House by the Sea. Volume 1": What Allows to Survive
The article discusses the themes and concepts in Tynion's award-winning book, reflecting on a dystopian and apocalyptic narrative featuring elite characters in a survival experiment.
‘If you give me one rice cake, I won’t eat you’ Lee Eok-bae’s ‘Brother and Sister Story’ wins Special Award at Bologna Ragazzi Award
Lee Eok-bae's picture book 'Brother and Sister Story,' based on the traditional Korean tale, has won a Special Award at the Bologna Children's Book Fair.
Current Lexicon: What is the German Bookstore Award?
The German Bookstore Award will be held for the eleventh time at the Leipzig Book Fair, recognizing about 100 independent bookstores in Germany.
Karl Ove Knausgård and Åsne Seierstad secured Literature Critic Awards
Karl Ove Knausgård and Åsne Seierstad won prestigious Literature Critic Awards in Norway, with Knausgård taking the award for Best Adult Book and Seierstad winning for Best Non-Fiction Book.
Karl Ove Knausgård and Åsne Seierstad secured literature critic awards
Authors Karl Ove Knausgård and Åsne Seierstad won prestigious literature critic awards in Norway, with Knausgård taking home the award for best adult book.
At 8 and 11 years old, sisters win literary award with a book about childhood away from screens: 'Navigating is good, being a child is even better'
Two sisters from Marília, Brazil, have won a literary award for their book promoting a balanced relationship with technology and appreciating childhood experiences outside of screens.
Paavo Matsin, who wrote poetry for Karl Ernst von Baer, may receive a poetry award
Paavo Matsin's latest book may lead to him being nominated for a prestigious poetry award.
Max Hjelm: Is it a Deal with the Devil that Created the Modern World?
The article discusses a new award-winning book that explores the journey of a boy escaping poverty, questioning the merit of his success and the nature of happiness.
Marcos Giralt Torrente, Umbral Award: "I wouldn't dedicate a novel to heartbreak. I prefer love"
Marcos Giralt Torrente, honored with the Francisco Umbral Award, expressed his preference for writing about love rather than heartbreak during a discussion about his book 'Los ilusionistas.'
Mart Juur received a prestigious title along with a certificate
Mart Juur has been named the Book Friend of the Year 2025 by the Estonian Publishers Union on February 19, 2026.
Gallery: Mart Kuldkepp receives the Jaan Kross Literary Prize
Mart Kuldkepp has been awarded the Jaan Kross Literary Prize for his book 'Nordic Estonia: Birth of the Nation-State' at a ceremony held at the Tallinn Writers' House on February 19, 2026.
The Book about Syver's Fight Against Childhood Dementia Voted Book of the Year
Syver Blindheim's book detailing his struggle against childhood dementia has been voted Book of the Year by readers of the online bookstore Ebok.
The Book about Syver's Fight against Childhood Dementia Voted Book of the Year
Syver Blindheim's book about the fight against childhood dementia has been voted Book of the Year in a reader-driven award by the online bookstore Ebok.
Announced nominees for the book art competition "Golden Apple"; Lifetime Achievement Award goes to art scientist Laima Slava
The nominees for the prestigious "Golden Apple" book art competition have been announced, with the Lifetime Achievement Award given to Laima Slava, a prominent figure in Latvian publishing.
Paula Leitón: “I see myself as super sexy because I like myself and I love myself”
Paula Leitón, a water polo player and Olympic champion, discusses her journey and the release of her book 'XXL' aimed at combating fatphobia in sports and society after receiving the Reina Sofía award for values in sports.
I Write to You from the Belly of the Beast: The Crime Stories Behind the Award-Winning Book
The article discusses the award-winning book by Minoas Efstathiadis, which connects various crime stories that piqued public interest and resulted in critical recognition.
Yoko Tawada nominated for the National Book Critics Circle Award for 'Exophony'
Yoko Tawada's English translation of 'Exophony' has been shortlisted for the criticism section of the National Book Critics Circle Award, and it's also nominated for the Greg Barrios Translation Prize.
The Esteemed Tollander Prize Awarded to Professor Henrik Meinander
Professor Henrik Meinander of the University of Helsinki has been awarded the 2023 Karl Emil Tollander Prize, valued at 45,000 euros, for his work in making the history of Helsinki accessible to the public through his book.
Niels Krause-Kjær Wins The Golden Laurel
Danish author Niels Krause-Kjær has received the Golden Laurel book award for his novel 'Ude for uden', which depicts Denmark's transformation from an agricultural society in the 1950s to a modern consumer society today, through the experiences of a couple who witness the disappearance of their way of life.
Wooden Hat Award to the Creators of Tatu and Patu, Aino Havukainen and Sami Toivonen
The Finnish Comics Society awards the Wooden Hat recognition to artists Aino Havukainen and Sami Toivonen for their exceptional children's book and comic production, particularly known for the characters Tatu and Patu.
The 'Grammy 2026' Award for the Dalai Lama's Book Provokes Anger in China
The 2026 Grammy Awards recognized the Dalai Lama, sparking outrage from China over the honor given to the Tibetan spiritual leader.
Dalai Lama expresses his 'gratitude' for winning a Grammy, while China questions the award
The Dalai Lama expressed gratitude for winning a Grammy for Best Audio Book Recording, amid negative reactions from China regarding the honor.
China Furious Over Decision to Award Dalai Lama a Grammy
The Dalai Lama received a Grammy for his book 'Meditations: The Reflections of His Holiness the Dalai Lama,' leading to outrage from China.
South Africa: Tyla Wins Second Grammy - South African News Briefs - February 2, 2025
Tyla has won her second Grammy award for 'Push-to-Start', becoming the first artist to win in that category twice, while Grammy host Trevor Noah lost the Best Audio Book award.
Marina Casado, poet: 'Gyms are the new opium of the people'
Marina Casado, a poet from Madrid, won the Kutxa Poetry Award for her book 'Un mar que nadie mira,' which reflects on time and life's end.
The first Honor Goya of Spanish cinema was... for a bullfighter!
The article discusses the surprising selection of a bullfighter to receive the first Honor Goya award in Spanish cinema, alongside the promotion of a thought-provoking book by Federico Arnás that features daily questions about bulls and bullfighting.