On March 14, the annual cultural capital literary awards ceremony took place at the Writers' House in Tallinn, Estonia. The event was broadcast live on ERR's culture portal, allowing wider access to the celebration of literature. The nominees were selected by a jury from the literature foundation, which evaluated works published in specific categories for the years leading up to the event. This year's awards recognize literary contributions across prose and poetry, with a distinct focus on texts published in 2023 to 2025.

The jury for prose consisted of notable works such as Aliis Aalmann's "Kes aias" and Andrus Kivirähk's "Eesti rahva uued jutud." In the poetry category, Martin Algus's "Elektro" and Doris Kareva's "Maast leitud, tuulde tõlgitud" were among those highlighted. The careful selection reflects the rich landscape of contemporary Estonian literature, as well as the juries' commitment to honoring outstanding literary achievements.

This ceremony underscores the importance of literature in Estonian culture and its role in fostering creativity within the country. By celebrating these works, it not only acknowledges the authors' contributions but also contributes to the ongoing dialogue around the significance of literature in society, especially in times of rapid change and digital transformation.