What is premio mayor novela?

Premio Mayor Novela is a literary award given annually to the best novel written in Spanish. It was first awarded in 1952, and it is considered one of the most prestigious literary awards in the Spanish-speaking world.

The award is organized by the Fundación Círculo de Lectores in collaboration with the publishing houses Plaza & Janés and Debolsillo, and it is open to writers of any nationality. The winner receives a cash prize of 601,000 euros.

Some of the most notable winners of the Premio Mayor Novela include Mario Vargas Llosa, Gabriel García Márquez, and Carlos Fuentes. The award has also helped to launch the careers of many young, up-and-coming writers from around the world.

The judging panel for the award is typically made up of acclaimed writers, literary critics, and scholars. The panel evaluates each entry based on its literary merit, originality, and relevance to contemporary issues.

The Premio Mayor Novela is not only a celebration of literary excellence but also a platform for promoting and supporting the Spanish-language publishing industry.