Prague · May 16–17
The International Poetry Festival Emigrant Lyre in Prague
On May 16 and 17, Prague will host the International Poetry Festival Emigrant Lyre. The program includes poetry evenings, walks through Prague, a presentation of the journal Emigrant Lyre, and discussions on Russian-language poetry outside Russia and on the challenges of poetry translation.
The festival will take place in the assembly hall of the House of National Minorities in Prague. The working languages of the festival are Russian, Czech, and English. Admission to the events is free.
Stockholm · May 18
A Meeting with Roman Badanin at Interbok
On May 18, Interbok will host a meeting with journalist Roman Badanin, an investigative reporter and the founder of the media outlet Proekt.
He will present the book The Tsar in Person. How Vladimir Putin Fooled All of Us, published by BAbook in 2025. The book tells the story of how, over many years, a certain image of Putin was constructed around him, shifting depending on the circumstances, and offers a fresh look at well-known facts of recent history.
Admission is free, but registration is required via the link in Interbok’s profile.
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 Prize is awarded annually. The Jury holds a vote in which each member selects between one and three works. The author whose work receives the highest number of votes becomes the winner.
What Awards Are Provided?
The Prize winner receives a grant for the translation of their work into English, French, and German.
When Does the Submission Period for the Competition Start and End?
Submissions for the third season of the prize will open on July 15, 2026, and close on October 15, 2026.
When will the list of finalists and winners be announced?
On January 20, 2027, the Council of Experts will announce the shortlist. The Independent Jury will announce the winner on May 25, 2027.
What are the conditions for the nomination of a book for the award
Works published in 2025 are eligible for the third season of the competition. Eligible works (novels, novellas, short story and essay collections, documentary prose) may have been published either as standalone editions or in literary magazines. Nominations may be submitted by publishing houses and magazine editorial boards, as well as by the authors themselves or third parties (with the author's consent and written confirmation). Texts must be submitted for consideration in electronic format. The DAR Prize is open to all authors. Given the prize's main goals — promoting contemporary Russian-language literature outside of Russia — and the nature of the award itself (a translation grant), priority will be given to authors whose works have not previously been translated into English, French, or German.
