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Joyce Carol Oates awarded Sjöjungfrun – accepts new Literary Prize at the Book Fair
In anticipation of Gothenburg Book Fair's 40th anniversary, the symbol from the Book Fair logo, the mermaid, takes on a new significance as it becomes a literary award, called Sjöjungfrun in Swedish. The recipient of the very first “Mermaid Award” is the author Joyce Carol Oates, whose gripping works of fiction have deeply touched Swedish readers in a meaningful way. "I am deeply grateful for t...
Read moreFlanders and the Netherlands Guests of Honour at Gothenburg Book Fair 2027
Gothenburg Book Fair today proudly unveils its latest prestigious Guests of Honour for the 2027 edition of the Book Fair: Flanders and the Netherlands. With the Leipzig Book Fair having recently highlighted this vibrant region, the organisers of Gothenburg Book Fair are thrilled to introduce it to a Nordic audience, a couple of years ahead. The announcement, made at Leipzig Book Fair, was accompan...
Read moreQuébec will be the Guest of Honour at Gothenburg Book Fair 2026
The spotlight will shine on Québec as it takes centre stage in 2026 as the Guest of Honour at the Gothenburg Book Fair. The announcement was made at the Salon du livre de l’Outaouais in Québec and marks a significant moment in the celebration of Québec literature, culture and heritage on an international platform. – It is with immense pride that we extend a warm welcome to Québec as our esteeme...
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