Gallery: the poetry trek brought together famous actors and writers on the street
A poetry trek in Tallinn gathered beloved actors and writers to celebrate International Poetry Day with performances across the city.
POEM | Heljo Männi "Umbrumalus"
Elss Raidmets, a student from the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre, performs Heljo Männi's poem "Umbrumalus."
GALLERY: Performances based on Maimu Berg's short plays were held at the House of Writers
Performances based on Maimu Berg's short plays 'Libamood' and 'Minu poeg' took place at the House of Writers in Tallinn.
Sinijärv recommends reading: 'Unexpected. Exciting. Unusual!'
Cultural advisor Karl Martin Sinijärv recommends reading Astri Kleppe's book, which blends themes of love, Estonia, and a historical murder case from 1939.
REIN VEIDEMANN REVIEWS ⟩ Liidia Tuul's Sub-Chapter in the History of Estonian Culture
Rein Veidemann critiques the lack of a coherent history of Estonian culture despite the country's 35 years of independence.
Debut novel by screenwriter Kätlin Kontor-Kirss presented
Kätlin Kontor-Kirss presented her debut novel "Kui tuled, ära koputa" at a book event in Tallinn.
A Family That Loves Complex Words
The article discusses the importance of Natalia Ginzburg's 'Family Lexicon' as essential reading for those interested in writing their life stories, highlighting its translation into Estonian and the significance of the work.
A new edition of Ain Kalmus's famous novel has been published after several years
Estonian publishing house Sinisukk has released a new edition of Ain Kalmus's renowned novel "Judas", which explores the themes of truth and love through a dialogue between Jesus and Judas.
The Writers' Union announced a new novel competition
The Estonian Writers' Union has announced a new romanced writing competition open for submissions in Estonian starting February 1, 2027.
The Estonian Writers' Union announces another novel competition
The Estonian Writers' Union has announced a novel competition, with submissions accepted in early 2027.
Gustav Suits Poetry Award Presented to Emotionally Impactful Poetry Collection
The Gustav Suits poetry award was awarded to Carolina Pihelgas for her poetry collection titled 'Still.'
FIND OUT ⟩ What type of reader are you?
A recent reading survey titled "Estonian Reads 2025" reveals that half of Estonians are active readers in their leisure time, prompting readers to reflect on their own reading habits through an engaging quiz.
Review: The End of Indrek Hirve's Trauma Surgery
The article reviews two recent poetry collections by Estonian poet Indrek Hirv, focusing on his reflections on age and loss.
Gallery: On Mother Language Day, Estonia's Cultural Capital Literature Annual Awards 2025 were Presented
On Mother Language Day, March 14, 2026, the annual literature awards for 2025 were presented at the Tallinn Writers' House by the Estonian Cultural Capital.
The Greatest Friend of Libraries is President Alar Karis
Estonian President Alar Karis has been named the Friend of Libraries for 2025 by the Estonian Library Association for his support and patronage of literary events.
The winner of the Gustav Suits poetry award will be announced at the Estonian Literary Museum
The Estonian Literary Museum will announce the recipient of the Gustav Suits poetry award on March 17 at 16:00, with the event opening remarks by museum director Piret Voolaid.
The winners of the Cultural Capital Literature Annual Awards have been announced
The Cultural Capital Literature Annual Awards winners were announced during the Mother Language Day event, covering eleven categories.
The winners of the Cultural Capital's Literature Fund annual awards have been announced
The winners of the Cultural Capital's literature awards were unveiled during a ceremony in Estonia to celebrate Mother Language Day.
Lauristin: Without Estonian Literature, Young People are Falling Out of the Shared Memory Space
Social scientist Marju Lauristin discusses a recent study indicating that while young people are reading, most of their reading is done in English, which may lead to a disconnect from Estonian literature and culture.
AK LITERARY SCHOOL: It is paradoxical that Kristjan Jaak's mother tongue was not Estonian on Mother Language Day
The article discusses the paradox surrounding Kristjan Jaak Peterson's mother tongue not being Estonian, highlighting his significance in Estonian literature.
A Book That Changed My Life | Tiit Hennoste and "Tühirand"
The article features linguist Tiit Hennoste discussing how Mati Undi's novella "Tühirand" profoundly impacted his understanding of language and literature.
TODAY IN HISTORY ⟩ Kristjan Jaak Peterson was born
Kristjan Jaak Peterson, regarded as the creator of Estonian national literature, was born in 1801 in Riga into the family of a clergyman.
Rarity: A tiny book by Kristjan Jaak Peterson has come to light from the German archive
A previously unknown small book of poems by Kristjan Jaak Peterson has been discovered in a German archive, challenging assumptions about the timeline of his literary work.
DEBUT: Human remains found at Siuru construction site
A new Estonian crime novel reflects local themes and settings, highlighting the evolution of crime literature in Southern Estonia.
Live at 11:00 AM: The End-of-Year Conference for the Year of Books "Estonian Book - How Long Can It Last?"
A two-day conference celebrating the Year of Books in Estonia will focus on the current state and future of Estonian literature and book culture.
Headread's Book Year Blog: Leida Kibuvitsa "Peace Journey"
The article introduces Leida Kibuvitsa's book "Peace Journey," highlighting its focus on a young woman's life and broader themes of womanhood in Estonia.
Édouard Louis' new book has been published in Estonian and performed on the stage of the Drama Theatre
Édouard Louis' latest book, published in Estonian, tells the story of his mother's struggles and transformation.
A novel by one of the most important contemporary French writers has been published in Estonian
Édouard Louis' fourth book, 'One Woman's Struggles and Metamorphoses', details the story of his mother's fight for liberation from poverty and oppression.
Why the good old 'Kadri' is still very necessary for today's youth
The article discusses the relevance of the classic Estonian book 'Kadri' for contemporary youth by comparing its themes with the lives of today's children.
Riste Sofie Käär: I try to keep my eyes open to strange things
Estonian poet Riste Sofie Käär aims for her poetry collection 'Aps!' to inspire readers beyond mere enjoyment.
The publisher about the new thriller: "When this book was published, there was a bang in the publishing world that is often not heard"
Estonian publisher René Tendermann highlights the impact of Iliana Xander's psychological thriller, which has gained significant attention in the publishing world.
Best Children's and Young Adult Books of 2025 Announced by the Children's Literature Center
The Estonian Children's Literature Center has announced the best children's and young adult books published in 2025, selecting 29 works from over 700 entries.
Eero Vasar: Does the Tammsaare Phenomenon Accompany Estonian Identity?
Eero Vasar explores the concept of the 'Tammsaare phenomenon' as a potential parallel to the French 'Proust phenomenon' in relation to Estonian identity.
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.
TOP 20 ⟩ A Novel That Shows a Workday As Both Comical and Sad Takes Over the Book Sales Chart
Tõnu Õnnepalu's new novel "Tööpäev" has topped the Apollo bookstore sales chart, depicting a compelling story set in a nursery where work is seen as a necessity rather than a calling.
Review. "Le sursis" or The Catastrophe Postponed to Next September
The article reviews Jean-Paul Sartre's book "Le sursis", discussing its relevance in contemporary Estonian literature and its connection to Francophone authors.
Juur and Kivirähk enthused: Õnnepalu is the only Estonian writer who has really done the work
Literature Minister Mart Juur and writer Andrus Kivirähk praised Tõnu Õnnepalu's latest novel 'Tööpäev' while discussing its significance on their show 'Rahva oma kaitse'.
Review. "Dance the Dust from the Floor": I Carry Them Within Myself
The article is a review of Kairi Look's book "Dance the Dust from the Floor," which explores themes of storytelling, memory, and nature through the lens of familial connections.
VIDEO: Jürgen Rooste recommends a special book with a slightly forgotten voice
Poet Jürgen Rooste recommends Toomas Liiv's poetry collection "Achtung," highlighting its importance and unique voice in both Estonian and world poetry.
See what Estonia's best children's literature was last year
The winners of the Estonian Cultural Capital's Literature Fund awards will be announced on Mother Language Day, March 14, featuring nominees for the best children's literature.
Doris Kareva and Others - How is Estonian Poetry Doing?
The article discusses the nominees for the Estonian Literary Endowment's annual awards, which will be announced on March 14, Emakeelepäev.
See what the best Estonian literature of last year is
The winners of the Estonian Culture Capital's literary awards will be announced on March 14, Estonian Language Day, with the jury describing the prose nominees.
Mehis Heinsaar Moves into More Colorful States of Mind
The article discusses Mehis Heinsaar's collection of 16 stories, which begins with a tale about Aadu Vassel, whose failed romantic proposal leads to a 16-year period of silence.
Headread's Book Year Blog: "Estonian Fairy Tales III. Story Fairy Tales"
Indrek Koff introduces the anthology "Estonian Fairy Tales III. Story Fairy Tales," compiled by Risto Järv, Mairi Kaasik, and Kärri Toomeos-Orglaan, discussing the value of Estonian folk tales.
The author of the novel 'Nutivaba' Hugo Vaher: I wanted to write something happier
Hugo Vaher's novel 'Nutivaba' aims to inspire positive emotions in readers through the story of three friends on a wild road trip.
The national library hosts the closing conference of the book year "Estonian Book – How Long Can This Last?"
The Estonian National Library will hold a closing conference for the Estonian Book Year titled "Estonian Book – How Long Can This Last?" on March 13 and 14.
The final conference of the book year takes place at the National Library: 'Estonian Book – How Long Can It Last?'
The National Library of Estonia is hosting the final conference of the Book Year, discussing the future of Estonian literature and culture.
Eduard Vilde Literary Prize Awarded to Andrus Kivirähk
Andrus Kivirähk has been awarded the Eduard Vilde Literary Prize for his work 'New Tales of the Estonian People' during an announcement made on Eduard Vilde's birthday.
A Day with Urmas Vadi: How a Child Who Hated Reading Became a Bestselling Author?
The article profiles Estonian author Urmas Vadi, exploring his journey from hating reading as a child to becoming a bestselling writer, particularly highlighting his popular novel 'The Other Half of the Moon.'
Kristi Pärn-Valdoja recommends books that inspire an even greater desire to read
Kristi Pärn-Valdoja shares her lifelong passion for reading and suggests fresh translations from Italian female authors and several favorite novels.