BOOKSTAR is a Swiss literary award that honors books deserving of special attention. The award makes literary quality visible and provides a platform for authors and their works within the Swiss book landscape.
BOOKSTAR is a Swiss literature prize that honors books deserving special attention. The focus is on literary works that convince through language, content, or attitude and open up new perspectives. BOOKSTAR aims to make literature visible and provide orientation in a diverse and dynamic book landscape.
The literature prize is aimed at current publications and honors books that engage readers, stimulate thought, or address societal issues. The selection of the awarded titles is made by a jury that engages intensively with the submitted works. It is not about short-term trends, but about literary quality and relevance.
A central component of BOOKSTAR is the annual award ceremony, where the awarded books and their authors are put in the spotlight. The award ceremony creates a moment of recognition and brings literature into conversation. At the same time, BOOKSTAR provides a platform to promote exchange between writers, booksellers, and the reading public. BOOKSTAR sees itself as a contribution to Swiss book culture.
The literature prize enhances the visibility of books, supports engagement with literature, and invites the discovery of new voices and stories. In this way, BOOKSTAR has established itself as a key player among Swiss literature prizes and makes an important contribution to promoting the joy of reading and literary diversity.
The Swiss Book Voucher is actively involved in promoting the book trade and literature. Every year, we support numerous events and projects that celebrate the diversity and importance of reading. Here you will find a selection of our support projects that help to keep the world of books alive and spread the joy of reading.
