Samfundet De Nios stora pris (De Nio's Grand Prize)
サムフンデット・デ・ニオの大賞
The main literary award (Grand Prize) awarded by the Swedish literary organization Samfundet De Nio. It has been awarded almost every year since 1921.
- Established
- 1921
- Organizer
- Samfundet De Nio (The Nine Society)
- Category
- Poetry and Contemporary Poetry
- Selection Method
- Recommendation
- Target
- Professional
- Frequency
- 1 per year
- Status
- Active
Description
Samfundet De Nio (The Nine Society) is a Swedish literary organization established in 1913, consisting of 9 lifetime members. The organization aims to promote Swedish literature, peace, and women's issues, and awards multiple literary prizes. Among them, Samfundet De Nios stora pris (Grand Prize) is the main award, awarded almost every year since 1921 (including early awards such as in 1916). The prize money was originally 10,000 Swedish kronor but has been increased to 250,000 SEK as of 2008. There are also other category awards such as translation prize, essay prize, Stina Aronson prize, John Landquist prize, Karl Vennberg prize, and Astrid Lindgren prize. Winners and award years are published on the official website and records.
Prize
- Main Prize
- Samfundet De Nios stora pris (Grand Prize): The main award given to Swedish literary figures.
- Cash Prize
- 250,000 SEK
- Lotten von Kraemer's prize (essays)
- De Nios translator's prize (De Nios översättarpris)
- Stina Aronson's prize
- John Landquist's prize
- Karl Vennberg's prize
- De Nios Winter prize
- Astrid Lindgren prize
- De Nios Lyric poetry prize
- De Nios Special prizes
Selection
Selection Process
| Stage | Judges | Pass Rate | Announcement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Selection (Internal selection by Samfundet De Nio) | 9 lifetime members of Samfundet De Nio | — | Winners are announced on the official website and in the press |
Criteria
- Literary quality and body of work
- Contribution to Swedish literature
- Long-term activities and outstanding achievements (emphasis on the candidate's career and accomplishments)
Application Tips
Dos
- Since this award is given through selection by Samfundet De Nio, it is often not open to general public applications. Check the official website for the latest announcements and winner information.
- It is important to build up your own literary achievements and demonstrate your contribution to Swedish literature.
Don''ts
- Sending works assuming direct application (often not possible).
- Proceeding without checking the official website or published information.
Related Awards
- De Nios översättarpris (De Nios Translator's Prize)
- Astrid Lindgren Prize (Related as one of De Nios category awards)
- Swedish Academy awards (Comparative reference as a related organization)