Cristina Fernández Cubas awarded Cervantes Prize 2026

Writer Cristina Fernández Cubas has been named the winner of the Cervantes Prize 2026. Born in Barcelona in 1985, Fernández Cubas is recognized for her significant contributions to the short story genre, particularly within contemporary fantastic literature.

The award jury highlighted her ability to use psychological fantasy to question the boundaries of reality through high-quality prose. Throughout her career, she has remained dedicated to the short story format, publishing eight books of short fiction, including works such as ‘La habitación de Nona’, which received the National Narrative Prize and the Critics Prize.