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Bavarian Book Prize Awarded
Clemens Meyer wins Bavarian Book Prize after losing German Book Prize; Donna Leon receives honorary award.
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Clemens MeyerMonika HefterAlexandra StahlSteffen MauDonna Leon
- How was the winner of the Bavarian Book Prize determined?
- The Bavarian Book Prize winner was decided in a public jury session, with the nominees present. This differs from many other literary awards.
- What were Donna Leon's remarks upon receiving the honorary prize?
- Donna Leon, recipient of the honorary prize, jokingly referred to herself as a "liar and thief" for creating fictional worlds in her novels. She commented on the prevalence of lies and their allure to readers, referencing the US presidential elections.
- Who won the Bavarian Book Prize for fiction, and who were the other nominees?
- Clemens Meyer won the Bavarian Book Prize for his novel "Die Projektoren", beating out Monika Hefter, who had previously won the German Book Prize.
- Who won the Bavarian Book Prize for non-fiction, and what was the book about?
- Steffen Mau won the Bavarian Book Prize's non-fiction award for his book "Ungleich vereint," a work about East Germany. He commented on the significance of an East German-focused book receiving the award.
- What were Clemens Meyer's feelings about not winning the German Book Prize, and why?
- Clemens Meyer expressed frustration at not winning the German Book Prize, citing financial difficulties and the potential loss of readers. He later stated that he considered the German Book Prize a stressful experience.