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Nobel Prize in Literature

Imagine winning a super-special award for writing amazing stories that touch people's hearts!

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The percentage of Nobel Prize in Literature laureates by language family till 2012a

The percentage of Nobel Prize in Literature laureates by language family till 2012a

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WIPO Director General Congratulates Nobel Prize in Literature Winner at Frankfurt Book Fair
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Mats Malm, Anders Olsson, Ellen Mattson on the Nobel Prize in Literature 2022 04
Tenement house, Wisława Szymborska (Polish poet, essayist, translator and recipient of the 1996 Nobel Prize in Literature) commemorative plaque, 29 Radziwiłłowska street, Wesoła, Kraków, Poland
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Olga Tokarczuk Nobel Prize in Literature Winner at Frankfurt Book Fair (cropped)
Miguel Angel Asturias, Nobel Prize of Literature 1967, at the UNESCO's studios
Press conferences in Sweden when the author Annie Ernaux receives the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2022
Mats Malm on the Nobel Prize in Literature 2022
2010 Nobel Prize in Literature - Mario Vargas Llosa
Mats Malm on the Nobel Prize in Literature 2022 (cropped)

Key Facts

Award Type
Prize for Literature.
Established By
Alfred Nobel.
Awarded Annually
Since 1901 (with some exceptions).
Decided By
The Swedish Academy.

What's This Prize All About?

The Nobel Prize in Literature is like a gold medal for writers! It's given to someone who has written books or poems that are super special and make people think and feel. It's not just for one story, but for all the wonderful words they've shared with the world. Think of it as a big 'thank you' for making the world a more interesting place with their imagination.

Who Started This Awesome Award?

A long, long time ago, a man named Alfred Nobel wanted to celebrate amazing ideas. He decided to create special prizes for people who did incredible things. One of these prizes was for literature, to honor writers who created stories with a 'most outstanding work in an idealistic direction.' This means stories that inspire us and make us feel good about the world.

How Do They Pick a Winner?

It's a big secret until it's announced! A special group called the Swedish Academy gets to decide who wins. They carefully read lots of books and poems from writers all over the world. In October, they finally reveal the name of the writer who has won the prize. It's like a surprise party for a very talented author!

Why Are Books So Important?

Books are like magic portals! They can take you to faraway lands, introduce you to amazing characters, and teach you new things. Writers who win the Nobel Prize help us understand the world better and feel closer to each other. Their words can make us laugh, cry, and think, which is a pretty amazing superpower!

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