The annual Kraszna-Krausz Book Awards program honors photography and moving image books. Winners are to be announced on June 1 and 3. By Porter Anderson, Editor-in-Chief | @Porter_Anderson ‘A Reflection of Contemporary Society’ s Publishing Perspectives readers will recall, the Kraszna-Krausz Foundation was formed in 1985 by the late Hungarian photographer Andor Kraszna-Krausz—the founder in 1938 of the Focal Press, …
Jerusalem International Book Forum: Perspectives on the Pandemic
Day 2 of digital discussions at the Jerusalem International Book Forum examine the impact of the coronavirus on international book publishing.
Israel’s Jerusalem Prize Goes to England’s Julian Barnes
In music and commentary, the Jerusalem International Book Forum has opened its interim online program, Barnes to speak in Israel next year.
Jürgen Habermas Changes Course, Declines the Sheikh Zayed Award
In a reversal, the German philosopher Jürgen Habermas says he will not accept the Sheikh Zayed Book Award’s Cultural Personality of the Year honor.
The UK’s £60,000 Wolfson History Prize: 2021 Shortlist
Jurors say their shortlist for the 2021 Wolfson History Prize reflects the modern relevance of history. Shortlisted authors are in the Hay Festival program on June 2.
The 25th Helen and Kurt Wolff Translator’s Prize: 2021 Shortlist
With a winner announced in May, the Helen and Kurt Wolff Translator’s Prize honors four German-to-English translators in its 2021 shortlist.
England’s Branford Boase Award Shortlist: Debut Children’s Novels
The Branford Boase Award based in Bishopstoke, UK spotlights debut children’s books for young readers aged 7 and older.
Jürgen Habermas Named Sheikh Zayed Award Cultural Personality
The 15th iteration of the prize gives its career achievement honor to the German sociologist, known for his work in communicative reason.
In London, the Women’s Prize for Fiction Names Its Shortlist
Two titles on this year’s Women’s Prize for Fiction shortlist are debuts. The winner of the 2021 edition is expected to be announced on May 7.
International Booker and Edinburgh Book Festival Announce RSC Program
Following readings for the Edinburgh International Book Festival, Royal Shakespeare actors will be seen in the International Booker ceremony.