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Bhubaneswar: Showcasing a diverse range of literary works across various genres, the Kalinga Literary Festival has announced the longlisted titles in English for its prestigious annual KLF Book Awards for the year 2024.
The longlist, which features fiction, nonfiction, poetry, business, children’s literature, translations and debut works, represents the best of contemporary literature.
While the shortlist will be revealed on January 15, the ultimate winners will be announced on February 11 which coincides with the final day of the 10th Kalinga Literary Festival in Bhubaneswar. Additionally, the longlisted titles in Hindi will be announced on December 27.
This year’s longlist includes notable works such as Amitav Ghosh’s ‘Smoke and Ashes: A Writer’s Journey through Opium’s Hidden Histories,’ Salman Rushdie’s ‘Victory City,’ Devika Rege’s ‘Quarterlife: A Novel,’ Ranjit Hoskote’s ‘Icelight,’ and former RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan’s ‘Breaking the Mould – Reimagining India’s Economic Future.’ These selections exemplify the rich tapestry of narratives that the KLF Book Awards aim to honor.
The KLF Book Awards are not just accolades but a celebration of the enduring power of literature to connect, inspire, and transform.
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