Publishers and Authors

1. Is self-nomination possible?

No

2. How many works can one nominator nominate?

Each nominator can submit only one work for the prize.

3. Is it possible to nominate works (manuscripts) that have not yet been published for the prize?

No

4. Can I nominate work that has been published on digital publishing platforms?

No. The work must be printed (like a book or like a magazine publication).

5. How many copies should a book be published?

The number of copies must be sufficient for wide distribution of the book. The book should be available for purchase in Russia.

6. Which works can be nominated for the prize and which cannot?

Prose fiction works (novels and collections of stories) can be nominated for the prize. The poetry collections, graphic novels and comics, journalism and essays, scientific works and non-fiction, as well as literature for children under 16 years of age cannot be nominated for the prize.

7. How to apply for the prize?

It is necessary to fill out all fields of the electronic application correctly

8. In what form should the application from the nominator be?

The letter form is free. It must indicate the name of the nominator, full name of the nominated author, title of the work, circulation, publisher / magazine, year of publication and the nomination. The letter must contain a signature and contact details.

9. Is it possible to submit a work simultaneously for the “Modern Russian Prose” and “New Adult” nominations?

No. The deadlines for submitting works for the “Modern Russian Prose” and “New Adult” nominations in the 23rd season differ.

10. Where can I see the detailed procedure and deadlines for nominating works for the prize?

The procedure and deadlines for nominating works for the prize can be found in the regulations on the prize. You can download the regulations from the link below...

Download the prize regulations