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Aena, the Spanish airport management company, has announced the establishment of a new Hispano-American Narrative Prize with a total of one million euros for the winner and 30,000 euros for each of the four finalists.

The newly established Aena Narrative Prize will reward the best book published in Spanish or co-official languages in 2025 with a prize of one million euros.

A comprehensive anthology featuring 113 of Ray Bradbury's fantasy stories is now published in one volume of 1328 pages.

Spanish poet Elvira Sastre discusses the importance of books over authors and reflects on her creative process in an interview.

Author Ana Merino discusses her latest novel and the influences of Spanish literature on American perspectives.

Spanish author David Uclés expresses happiness after winning the Nadal Prize, despite the hate he received on social media regarding his novel about the Spanish Civil War.

Spanish poet Elvira Sastre discusses her literary career and the release of her new book that combines poetry, reflections, and personal photos.

The Spanish-language series adaptation of Isabel Allende's novel 'The House of the Spirits' premiered at the Berlinale, highlighting the appeal of Latin American literature on streaming platforms.

Chesi, a celebrated Spanish writer, passed away with a wealth of unpublished works discovered shortly after his death by his family.

The article discusses the eclectic interests of Spanish poet Luis Alberto de Cuenca, highlighting his intellectual passions and recommended readings.

The article discusses the newly translated work of Spanish author Carmen Martín Gaite, highlighting its exploration of life and memory against the backdrop of Franco's regime.

Mexican writer Elma Correa has won the Biblioteca Breve Award 2026 for her novel 'Where Summer Ends,' an important literary award in the Spanish language.

Concha Espina, a prominent novelist, shares her harrowing experience of confinement during the Spanish Civil War, highlighting the horrors she witnessed.

David Uclés discusses his beliefs about the Spanish Civil War's duration and defends his decision to withdraw from a related event, while promoting his latest book.

David Uclés reflected on the shared losses of the Spanish Civil War during a presentation of a book, emphasizing that everyone lost something in the conflict.

In his latest novel, David Uclés adopts a shallow and simplistic structure limited to a series of empty vignettes and tributes, while facing criticism from Pérez-Reverte for sectarianism.

José Carlos Llop's text reflects on the relevance of the Spanish Civil War through the lens of the historical memory law approved in 2006, exploring the emotional aftermath of conflict.

Andrés Crespo discusses his current professional life, marked by his role as a Spanish voice actor for a new animated film by Sony Pictures and his work on the novel 'Estero en llamas'.

Carmen Domingo has been awarded the Comillas Prize for History, Biography, and Memoirs for her book 'La soledad fue el precio,' which tells the story of Carmen Díez de Rivera, a key figure in the Spanish Transition.

The largest anthology in Spanish of Ray Bradbury's tales is released, featuring over a thousand pages of brilliant rockets, melancholic Martians, and chilling fantasies.

Galician writer Lucía Solla, celebrated for her new novel addressing abuse, discusses her views on women's priorities in love after receiving the Cálamo Prize.

Arturo Pérez-Reverte criticizes the Spanish Royal Academy for prioritizing social media opinions over those of established writers regarding language changes.

The Royal Spanish Academy (RAE) will rigorously analyze writer Arturo Pérez-Reverte's criticisms, who claimed the institution yields to external pressure.

This article discusses Elena Garro's visit to Spain during the Civil War in 1937, accompanied by her husband Octavio Paz for the International Congress of Writers for the Defense of Culture.

José Luis Varela, a prominent Spanish philologist and literary critic, passed away at the age of 101, renowned for his contributions to literature, including winning the National Literature Prize in 1970.

The article celebrates the 70th birthday of Spanish writer Antonio Muñoz Molina, highlighting his literary talent and desire to transcend his origins in the rural town of Úbeda, Andalusia.

David Uclés has won the 82nd Nadal Prize for his novel 'The City of Dead Lights', which will be published on February 4th.

David Uclés has won the Nadal Prize for his novel 'La ciudad de las luces muertas,' which is set in post-war Barcelona and pays tribute to the history of the prestigious Spanish literary award.

The article discusses the life and literary significance of Pedro Garfias Zurita, a writer who faced a forced exile after the Spanish Civil War, highlighting the importance of cultural diplomacy in recognizing Spanish literature.

The podcast 'What Are You Reading?' from Babelia and EL PAÍS celebrates its second anniversary by compiling over 100 book recommendations from leading Spanish and Latin American authors.

The article explores the unique legacy of the Spanish Tercios, highlighting how poets and playwrights like Calderón de la Barca and Lope de Vega intertwined their artistic creations with the realities of battlefield life.

The article reflects on the idea of reclaiming youth in 2026, inspired by the historical struggles that led to democracy in Spain, particularly focusing on the impact of literature during the Spanish Civil War.

The article discusses the theme of feeling at home, using the example of a literary character and the personal anecdote of removing shoes to feel comfortable, while also touching upon the inaccessibility of the Spanish housing market for young people.

A selection of the 25 most important books from the first quarter of the 21st century, as chosen by 21 bookstores across Spain.