Europe’s multi-cultural landscape offers a wealth of literary awards recognizing the finest achievements in contemporary literature across multiple genres. Browse awards here.
The Hristo G. Danov National Literary Award was established in 1992 to honor excellence in Bulgarian literature, and is awarded to authors who have made significant contributions to the country’s literary heritage. The recipient is chosen by a panel of literary critics and experts. The prize money is 15,000 BGN.
The Union of Bulgarian writers is the oldest writers‘ organization in Europe. Over 110 years of activity, they have established many awards and contests in cooperation with different municipalities and private investors. By naming the prizes after poets or classic pieces of Bulgarian literature, the latest works of contemporary writers are placed in Bulgarian literary tradition. Prizes are given for short stories, critical books, prose, poems, poetry collections, literary criticism, and history. Most awards are presented in different categories. The money value differs from prize to prize.
Union of Bulgarian Writers.
Founded in 1998 to reward and recognize contemporary Bulgarian authors for significant contributions to literature and culture. Authors may be nominated or apply directly. The winner is chosen by a panel of literary experts and critics. Young authors receive 5,000 BGN along with a diploma.
The Helikon Award recognizes outstanding contemporary Bulgarian authors and their significant literary works since 1990. The recipient is chosen by a panel of experts and literary critics for an outstanding debut, winning a varying monetary prize. It is organized by the Helikon Publishing House and is celebrated for its role in promoting Bulgarian literature.
The Elias Canetti National Literary Award is presented since 1992 to Bulgarian authors who have made exceptional contributions to literature in line with the legacy of Nobel laureate Elias Canetti, or is given to outstanding translations into Bulgarian. The prize is currently endowed with 5,000 BGN.
Inaugurated in 1934, it is one of the oldest literary prizes in Bulgaria. Its aim is to recognize outstanding achievements in Bulgarian literature. Typically awarded to a Bulgarian author for their significant contributions to the literary field, the winners are selected by a jury composed of literary experts and scholars. It is endowed with 20,000 BGN.
