Organizers of the Pen Inge Feltrinelli “Writing as Resistance” Award revealed the finalists for the special mention during the Bookcity Milano 2026 program. The announcement took place at the Fondazione Feltrinelli, the event’s main venue, on Tuesday. The award, created to honor writers who confront oppression through literature, selected a shortlist of authors from several countries. The finalists will compete for the prize at a ceremony scheduled for later in the year.
Bookcity Milano, a citywide literary festival, hosts the award as part of its 2026 lineup, aiming to highlight the role of literature in social activism. Festival director Giulia Bianchi said the recognition underscores the importance of free expression in contemporary societies. Winners will receive a cash grant and a publishing contract, supporting their future projects.
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