11th International Literary Awards at the Kolkata Literary Carnival 2026

(ProNewsReport Editorial):- kolkata, West bengal Jun 9, 2026 (Issuewire.com) – The 11th International Literary Awards was hosted at the 4th Kolkata Literary Carnival 2026on 14 and 15 February 2026.

It was a grand occasion with writers and authors joining from all across the World.

Few of the best authors who won the award were:

Anjali Roongta, a seasoned poet and fiction writer on issues like mental health, sexuality and more, has won numerous awards. These include awards such as Voice of Indian Literature 2020 by Ne8x Lit Fest and the Sahitya Sparsh Award in 2026 for her magic realism and psychological fiction program novel Siya. An award winning researcher working to see the impact of climate fiction and media on climate action, she also works as a journalist and a content writer. Currently she is also running an eco-friendly publishing Muses_Saga.

“Beyond the Blue Echoes of Love and Silence” is a masterful poetic odyssey by Francesco Favetta. Through thirty-three evocative compositions, the author explores the metaphysical resonance between human connection and spiritual stillness. By weaving the “beat of the blood” into lyrical narratives of freedom, this work offers a transformative journey into universal truth. It stands as a profound contribution to contemporary world literature, capturing the essence of love through a lens of artistic excellence and philosophical depth.

Author of eight books of poetry, Philip Isukapati is an Indian poet, writer, lyricist, singer, composer, and educator. He writes very diverse and profound sonnets, lyrical poems, epic poems, lyrical ballads, and narrative poems, which resonate uniquely and deeply in the reader’s soulful thoughts!

When you read through his poetic lines, he endears with his deep, emotive work that reflects his romantic mind’s focus on nature, emotion, and unquantifiable life’s unique experience in its unique form.

Danica Rubia’s “Crumpled Sheets and Tinted Letters” (CSTL) is a prose and poetry collection exploring themes of grace, vulnerability, healing, and self-reflection. The work presents life’s struggles and joys through expressive literary pieces that highlight emotional growth and personal transformation. Through carefully crafted prose and poetry, the collection reflects the beauty found within imperfect experiences and encourages thoughtful reflection on the different seasons of life. CSTL offers readers a meaningful exploration of human emotions and the enduring presence of hope and resilience.

Rais Siddiqui’s Long Hands of Death is a timeless collection of 15 enchanting folk and traditional tales that will touch children and young readers’ hearts and spark bright imaginations.

From ancient folk tales of Greece  &  Japan, as well as treasured legendary tales from pan India, this book brings together a colorful blend of tales that have stood the test of time — some passed down from generation to generation, others born from the storyteller’s own childhood memories. Written in very simple & clear English, these tales are perfect for children and teenagers of all levels, including those who are just beginning to explore the world of books. Every tale is filled with adventure, wonder, courage, surprise, and humour, and most importantly, a hidden message that nurtures values like kindness, tolerance, bravery, honesty, and hope in life.

Dr. Nalin Rai, a Ph.D. in Economics, is a development professional by vocation and a writer by passion with equal command over English and Hindi. He has won various awards for his writings and holds the view that a writer shall celebrate the ordinary, and he strives to do so by bringing stories of such ordinary characters to make them extraordinary. He has been in the business of writing for more than thirty years and has written more than 3000 features on diverse topics.

Sayanti Dey (Dutta), a 27-year-old contemporary poet from Kolkata with a Master’s in English and a PGDCP, has received a literary award for her debut poetry anthology “A Thousand Midnights.” The collection is structured in three sections titled “Nocturnal Narcissus,” “Cataclysmic Collision,” and “Godsent Gusts.” The poems draw from geographical, mythological, astronomical, biological, and literary elements, combining interdisciplinary references with thematic depth. She was titled “India’s Youngest Poet 2022” by Indian Film House, and her work has appeared in several anthologies and journals.

Md Taslim is a retired Chief General Manager. His poetry book Scattered Leaves has won the International Emily Dickinson Award. His prize-winning book Snapshots will resonate deeply with your intellect. It will ignite conversations with oneself, others, and the world with empathy that fosters understanding rather than division. Snapshots will inspire you to act with greater awareness and authenticity in your daily life. Life, as Taslim writes, is a series of snapshots, a collection of moments, some fleeting, some profound, but all valuable.  

Sankalita Roy, an author, has been awarded “Women-Fiction Writer of the Year” for her latest release, “She Sways Silent Storms.” The book covers 21 stories about 21 women from different walks of life. It teaches women, irrespective of their age and experience, to love themselves and to become their authentic selves. The book is available in both English and Spanish versions in both online and offline bookstores. Visit www.sankalitaroy.com to learn more about the author.

If you got the chance to change history by influencing one battle or war, would you take it? This is the chance Radhika Rai gets in this second book of the Magic Lift series, The Magic Lift: Birth of a Nation, written by Savita Singh, when she meets one of the heroes of Bangladesh’s liberation, Colonel Tara, who had saved the lives of Bangabandhu’s family during the 1971 war. This book, too, like the first one, explores the fascinating world of time travel, so go ahead and pick your copy now!

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