Literature
In a monumental book project a Dutch-German author has recalled the Baltic States´ darkest hour – and paid homage to the memory of tens of thousands of people forcibly exiled to Siberia during Soviet times.
On the evening of April 4, the awards ceremony of the Zelta Ābele (Golden Apple) 2023" book art competition was held at the National Library of Latvia, where the winners of the competition in seven categories were announced.
From March 29 to April 28, the public vote for the Annual Latvian Literature Award 2024 (LALIGABA) takes place on the public media portal LSM.
The first inclusive communication handbook in Latvian was published at the end of March. Linguist, translator, and lecturer Aiga Veckalne has compiled the most important recommendations for inclusive or respectful language, as well as examples and useful links.
On March 28, the nominees for the Latvian Literature of the Year Award (LALIGABA) in five categories and two special categories were revealed.
German lovers of Latvian literature should make their way to the Leipzig book fair (Leipziger Buchmesse) where Latvia has a stand up and running with an extensive program of events from March 21 to 24.
The dates for the next, third, 'Page Break' festival of poetry in Jelgava have been confirmed.
The Latvian Literature platform which promotes Latvian writers and publishers worldwide has announced the recipients of its first round of grants for the year.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Latvia and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Estonia have announced their annual call for applications for the Languages Award presented by the two countries jointly.
Latvia's book publishing industry revealed the nominees for one of its most sought-after awards February 21 – book designers in contention for the 'Zelta Ābele' (Golden Apple) awards.
The Latvian Literature (LL) platform, which promotes the country's literary works, has announced this year’s first open call for foreign publishers and translators, offering an opportunity to receive a grant for translating and publishing Latvian literature abroad.
Well-known Latvian writer Inguna Bauere passed away Friday night, publisher house Zvaigzne ABC owner Vija Kilbloka writes on Facebook.
In 2023, 54 Latvian authors' books came out abroad. The languages they were most translated in were Lithuanian, Estonian, and Spanish, but the most translated authors were Anete Melece, Nora Ikstena, and Semjons Haņins, reports Latvian Literature platform.
The Latvian Language Agency (Latviešu valodas aģentūra/LVA) issued a public appeal for help January 15 with an ambitious new project.
Latvian poet Andris Ogriņš (1975–2023) has died aged 48, his ex-wife Anda Ogriņa said on Facebook Monday.
A book “100 walking trails in Latvia” (100 pastaigu takas Latvijā) has been published, said publisher Zvaigzne ABC on December 14.
Letters are not only a part of language but also design - this message is conveyed in a new book "100 Latvian letters" (100 latviešu burti) looking at the art and design of Latvian language over the years.
Latvian writer Juris Zvirgzdiņš (1941–2023) has died on November 22, Inguna Cepīte, head of publishing house Pētergailis, stated on Facebook.
The request of the Orphan's Court of Jūrmala for the city's libraries to restrict access to several books dedicated to sexual education of children and adolescents is a very dangerous signal in a democratic state, the National Library of Latvia (LNB) and Latvian Librarian Society (LBB) have said in an open letter on November 14.
In celebration of the 90th birthday of the famous poet Ojārs Vācietis (1933-1983), a literary musical event “Life full to the brim with music” will be held at 19:00 on November 13 in the Latvian National Library.
A fascinating history of Rīga's earliest years has been published in paperback in the United States and is now available.
A new book tells the story of one of the bloodiest incidents in Latvian military history.
Latvian poet and translator Amanda Aizpuriete (1956-2023), has died, her son Aksels Hiršs confirmed on social media Sunday.
The platform Latvian Literature has created a virtual tour offering the opportunity to tour locations in Rīga mentioned in the works of various Latvian authors. During the approximately 40-minute tour, it is possible to listen to extracts from the works of Vizma Belševica, Dace Rukšāne, Pauls Bankovskis, Luīze Pastore and other writers, the platform's creators said.
A key Latvian language legal volume "Constitutional Law" has now been published in English by official state publisher Latvijas Vēstnesis.
The Embassy of Ireland and the Latvian Writers Union, in partnership with the National Library of Latvia and Literature Ireland, will be holding a poetry reading and discussion on September 7 at the National Library in Rīga.
As literature lovers will know already, June 16 is 'Bloomsday' – a day for the celebration of James Joyce's masterpiece 'Ulysses' and for appreciation of literature more widely.
The Rīga Central Library (RCB) is opening a beachside reading space in Lucavsala recreation park. Books, board games, and other leisure activities are available. On Thursday, June 1, the space opened its metaphorical door to visitors.
Between May 11 and 14, Latvian films and literature will be shown off in Berlin in a festival called "Is it easy to be Latvian/Ist es leicht, Lette zu sein?", the organizers said on May 9.
The second international poetry festival Page Break will take place in Jelgava from May 10 to 13. The four-day poetry event will conclude with an ambitious poetry concert, with 13 poets from 12 countries around the world, the festival's organizer said on May 8.
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