Queen Letizia emphasizes literature and royal heritage

Queen Letizia of Spain continues to emphasize literature and reading as a central part of her institutional agenda. Her interest in books has been noted during official visits, such as her recent trip to Norway where she carried Julian Barnes’ ‘The Parrot’s Cage’, and during her visits to Ceuta and Melilla, where she inquired about children's reading habits.

This passion for literature appears to be a shared trait within her family. Her niece, Amanda Martín Ortiz—the daughter of Telma Ortiz and Enrique Martín-Llop—demonstrated a similar interest by participating in a micro-storywriting contest in the Community of Madrid in 2021 while attending an international school.

Additionally, the Queen’s presence at cultural events like the Planeta Awards is often marked by the use of significant pieces from the royal jewelry collection. These appearances blend her personal interest in the arts with the historical legacy of the Spanish Crown.