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− | The [[Levstik Award]], named after author [[Fran Levstik]] (1831–1887), has been bestowed by [[Mladinska knjiga Publishing House]] since [[established::1949]] for original literary works, non-fiction | + | The [[Levstik Award]], named after author [[Fran Levstik]] (1831–1887), has been bestowed by [[Mladinska knjiga Publishing House]] since [[established::1949]] for original literary works, non-fiction for children, and illustrations, as well as for lifetime achievement in writing and illustration. It was the first literary award established by a Slovene publishing house after World War II and has contributed significantly to the recognition of quality children’s and young adult literature. |
Only books published by [[Mladinska knjiga Publishing House]] are eligible for the award, although the award committee is composed of outside members. Initially the award was presented annually and since 1991 it has been presented biennially. | Only books published by [[Mladinska knjiga Publishing House]] are eligible for the award, although the award committee is composed of outside members. Initially the award was presented annually and since 1991 it has been presented biennially. |
Revision as of 09:07, 1 September 2014
See Also
External Links
- List of past winners
- Levstik Award on Wikipedia
- Fran Levstik on Wikipedia
- Slovenia's Best for Young Readers- PDF - compiled by Slovenian Book Agency