April 4 in Berlin presentation of the Literary Prize Dar at the Berlin Book Fair - Berlin Bebelplatz

Event, About Dar Prize

Presentation of the Literary Prize Dar https://DarPrize.com
at the Berlin Book Fair - Berlin Bebelplatz.

Speakers:
— Михаил Шишкин, писатель, соучредитель и председатель жюри премии;
— Николай Александров, филолог, эссеист, глава экспертного совета премии;
— Рива Евстифеева Riva Evstifeeva, писатель, чья книга вошли в шорт-лист премии – «Интернатские рассказы», (Éditions Tourgueneff, 2023);
- Nikolay V. Kononov Nikolay V. Kononov, a writer whose book has been shortlisted for the prize - (The Night We Disappeared, Individuum, 2022).

The prize was created to support and promote authors writing in Russian, regardless of their place of residence and citizenship. We aim to draw attention to new voices and the best examples of contemporary Russian-language literature. The Prize seeks to create a new culture where literature in Russian takes its rightful place in the world, being responsible to humanity, not to dictatorships.

The winner of the award is the author whose book will receive the most votes in the open voting of the Jury. The main award is a grant to translate the book into foreign languages.

The award supports new voices and the best examples
independent modern Russian-language literature,
promoting it in the global cultural space

Independent of the main Prize, there is a reader's vote: readers vote for the finalists, one vote corresponding to a minimum contribution of 10 €. The winner is determined by the number of votes, and all funds raised are donated to the authors voted for.

Our prize was created for those who want to preserve and support Russian-language literature in these difficult times. We will report on all stages of the award process. Read, vote and join the preservation of cultural heritage!

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Questions and answers

What Are the Objectives of the Award?

The primary goal of the Award is to support authors and promote Russian-language literature worldwide. We welcome all who write and read in Russian, regardless of citizenship or place of residence. We aim to foster a Russian-language culture free from political and imperial influences.

How Is the Award Process Conducted?

The Award is given annually. The jury votes, with each member selecting between one and three works. The winner is the author whose work receives the most votes. Additionally, a reader’s vote (Crowdfunding) is conducted on the Award’s website, where readers can vote for authors and support them financially.

What Awards Are Provided?

The winner of the Award receives a grant to translate the work into English, French and German. Also, as part of the reader's vote, all collected funds are transferred to the authors for whom the readers voted.

When Does the Submission Period for the Competition Start and End?

Прием заявок на конкурс второго сезона премии начнется 1 сентября 2025-го и закончится 15-го октября 2025 года.

When will the list of finalists and winners be announced?

В январе 2026 года Совет Экспертов объявит список финалистов. Читательское голосование начинается в тот же месяц. В феврале-апреле члены жюри читают книги-финалисты, а победителей Премии и читательского голосования объявят в мае 2026 года.

What are the conditions for the nomination of a book for the award

В конкурсе второго сезона могут принимать участия произведения, изданные в 2024-м году. Произведения (роман, повесть, сборники рассказов и эссе, документальная проза), вышедшие отдельными изданиями или опубликованные в журналах. Номинировать на премию имеют право как издательства и редакции журналов, так и сами писатели или третьи лица (с согласия и письменного подтверждения автора). Тексты подаются к рассмотрению в электронном виде. Премия «Дар» открыта для всех авторов. Учитывая главные цели премии: продвижение современной русскоязычной литературы за пределами РФ и характер самого вознаграждение (грант на перевод) - приоритет будет отдаваться авторам, чьи произведения ранее не переводились на английский, французский и немецкий языки.