# Polish literary awards and celebrations

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/polish-literary-awards-and-celebrations
> Updated: 2026-08-31T09:22:18.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Poland is hosting several significant literary events and award ceremonies. The second edition of the Gliwice Literary Award is set for September 4, 2026, in Gliwice, featuring authors such as Jacek Dukaj and Mariusz Szczygieł. The award ceremony will recognize winners in poetry, prose, and essay/reportage categories to support emerging literary talent.

In addition to the Gliwice event, the 21st GDYNIA Literary Award has announced laureates across categories including essay, poetry, prose, and translation. Simultaneously, the Polish Book Chamber is conducting the final voting stage for the Literary Award for Independent Bookstores, with winners scheduled to be announced on September 11 at the Gdańsk Book Fair.

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### 2026-08-31: Poland celebrates major literary awards and book prizes

Major Polish literary awards are underway, including the 21st GDYNIA Literary Award and the Polish Book Chamber's competition for independent bookstores.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/poland-celebrates-major-literary-awards-and-book-prizes

### 2026-08-31: Gliwice Literary Award 2026 to feature prominent Polish authors

The second Gliwice Literary Award will take place on September 4, 2026, featuring authors Mariusz Szczygieł and Jacek Dukaj, and announcing new winners in poetry, prose, and reportage.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gliwice-literary-award-2026-to-feature-prominent-polish-authors

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