Inés Cardoso wins the Puy du Fou Spain Literature Prize for "The Betrayal of Tenesoya"
Inés Cardoso wins the Puy du Fou Spain Literature Prize with "La traición de Tenesoya", a story about the conquest of the Canary Islands and identity.
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Emilio Vega and Nidia Beltramo shine at the first Bierzo Literature Gala
The first Gala of Bierzo Literature awards Emilio Vega and Nidia Beltramo and consolidates itself as a key cultural commitment in Bierzo.
Rosi Méndez bursts onto the crime fiction scene with "Black Sheep" set in Agüimes
Rosi Méndez makes her debut in the crime novel genre with "Oveja Negra", a thriller set in Agüimes that links a current crime with the Civil War and historical memory.
XXX Continuous Reading of Don Quixote at the Circle of Fine Arts
All about the XXX Continuous Reading of Don Quixote in Madrid: 40-hour marathon, guests, parallel activities and international dimension of the event.
Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc now has a streaming release date
Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc arrives on Crunchyroll at the end of April. Find out the date, territories, languages, and why it's essential for following the anime.
Prime Video premieres the series The House of the Spirits
Prime Video premieres the series The House of the Spirits, filmed in Chile and produced by Isabel Allende. Find out the release dates, cast, and key details.
FILBo, a literary bridge between Europe and Latin America
FILBo 2026 transforms Bogotá into a literary epicenter, with India as the guest of honor, an immersive pavilion, and a strong dialogue between Europe and Latin America.
Cáceres Book Fair: program, authors and atmosphere on the Paseo de Cánovas
Everything about the Cáceres Book Fair: program, authors, schedules, activities in the Paseo de Cánovas and atmosphere surrounding reading.
Gutenberg Street Benches: The West Quarter's New Literary Walk
Discover the benches on Gutenberg Street in Salamanca, transformed into a tribute to great writers and a new cultural hub in the Barrio del Oeste.
Tudela celebrates Book Day with a wide-ranging cultural program
Everything about Book Day in Tudela: bookstore stalls, reading in museums, book exchange and microfiction contest.
Duncan Jones' 'Rogue Trooper' has a trailer and reveals its ambitious war animation
First trailer for Rogue Trooper, Duncan Jones' ambitious animated film based on the 2000 AD war comic. Star-studded cast and war on Nu-Earth.
The Teatro Real unveils its 26/27 season with a wide-ranging operatic program and a major premiere about Lorca
The new season at the Teatro Real brings great operas, the premiere of "Blood Wedding," and international stars. Find out the dates, titles, and casts.
Oliver and Benji return to Netflix with a new name and a new life in Spain
The legendary Oliver and Benji returns to Spain on Netflix as Captain Tsubasa: Champions, with original names and a physical edition for collectors.
Ondara celebrates the tenth anniversary of La Raboseta de Pamis with a cultural and solidarity event
Ondara celebrates the tenth anniversary of La Raboseta de Pamis with a mural, games, a solidarity stew and a tribute to the cultural value of this folk group.
Paloma Fernández Gomá receives the highest award from the National Union of Writers
Paloma Fernández Gomá receives the highest award from the National Union of Writers for her work in cultural dissemination and dialogue between shores.
Anna Keay will be in charge of the official biography of Queen Elizabeth II.
Historian Anna Keay will write the official biography of Elizabeth II with unprecedented access to archives and close testimonies from the royal family.
How beautiful is reading?: comics conquer the classrooms of Mairena del Aljarafe
Comics become an ally to promote reading in Mairena del Aljarafe with "How beautiful it is to read", creative workshops for more than 400 schoolchildren.
More than one hundred authors break with the Grasset publishing house after the dismissal of Olivier Nora
More than 100 authors rebel against Grasset over the dismissal of Olivier Nora and accuse Vincent Bolloré of attacking editorial independence.
Javier Castillo faces his double duel and resumes the presentations of "The Whisper of Fire"
Javier Castillo's difficult personal period, his double family grief and the return to performances of "The Whisper of Fire" in Oviedo.
Elísabet Benavent returns with "Una niña buena" and revisits romantic love.
Elísabet Benavent presents "A Good Girl", reviewing classic romantic love and exploring the good girl syndrome, success and limits.
Eduardo Mendoza returns with "The Intrigue of the Inconvenient Funeral" and reignites the cultural debate in Barcelona
Eduardo Mendoza's new novel features his nameless detective, satire about Barcelona, controversy over Sant Jordi, and a critical look at contemporary Spain.
'Winter Winds': the fake leak that reignites the anticipation
The publisher denies that The Winds of Winter is finished or has a release date. Here's the real status of George R.R. Martin's highly anticipated book.
Special programming for Book Days in the Library Network
Check out all the activities for Book Days 2026: guest authors, awards, reading murals and free events at the Library Network.
Follas Novas Awards: everything about its 40 finalists
New jury, image, and honorary awards at the Follas Novas. Discover how its 40 finalists are chosen and what makes them so important.
Marcos Giralt Torrente wins the Critics' Prize for The Illusionists
Marcos Giralt Torrente wins the Critics' Prize with The Illusionists, a novel about family memory that consolidates his weight in Spanish narrative.
Critics' Award: all the winners and key points of the latest edition
Discover the winners of the Critics' Prize, the award-winning works in each language, and why they have become a benchmark of the literary year.
Alice Kellen presents The Oblivion Club, her new novel about friendship and memory
Alice Kellen releases The Oblivion Club, a novel about friendship, memory and childhood wounds that marks a key year in her career.
The definitive biography of José Somoza is published in Ávila
A new definitive biography of José Somoza: life, complete works and critical study that rescue a great prose writer and liberal politician of the 19th century.
The Elche Book Fair is consolidating its position on Paseo de la Estación with more authors, bookstores and activities
The Elche Book Fair moves to Paseo de la Estación with over 120 authors, 15 bookstores, and more than 200 book signings. See everything on offer here.
Samanta Schweblin, first winner of the Aena Prize for Latin American Narrative for "The Good Evil"
Samanta Schweblin wins the first Aena Prize for Hispanic American Narrative with "El buen mal", the literary million that shakes up the map of letters.
The Badajoz Book Fair celebrates its 45th edition on the Paseo de San Francisco
Badajoz Book Fair: dates, opening speech by Luis Alberto de Cuenca, Planeta Prize winner and key authors at the Paseo de San Francisco.
Julián and Miguel Casanova bring 'Spain divided in two' to comics
The Civil War in comics: Julián and Miguel Casanova transform their essay into a key graphic novel about historical memory.
Stephen King returns to the forefront with 'The Life of Chuck' and a flood of new adaptations
How 'The Life of Chuck' triumphs on Prime Video Spain and what new Stephen King adaptations are coming to film and television in Europe.
Fernando Aramburu returns to the Basque Country with "Maite" and consolidates his great narrative cycle
Discover "Maite", the novel by Fernando Aramburu that returns to the Basque Country of 1997 and reinforces his powerful narrative cycle on memory and violence.
Josep Piera, a key voice in Valencian literature, dies
The writer Josep Piera dies at 78. We look back at his life, work, awards, and the impact of his legacy on Valencian and Catalan literature.
Literary April at the Andalusian Center for Letters in Cordoba
April agenda of the Andalusian Center for Letters in Cordoba: guest authors, schedules and books presented at the Cántico Group Library.
Aena prize of one million euros: literary ambition, public controversy and debate about prestige
All about the Aena Prize of one million euros: finalists, controversy over public money, role of publishers and doubts about its real impact.
Viggo Mortensen will not play Aragorn in The Hunt for Gollum
Warner Bros. confirms that Viggo Mortensen will not return as Aragorn in The Hunt for Gollum. Find out who is rumored to be replacing him and what roles Frodo and Gandalf will play.
Eduardo Mendoza returns with a new intrigue in Barcelona and consolidates his literary legacy
Eduardo Mendoza's most eccentric detective returns to Barcelona, and we review why his work is key in current Spanish narrative.
Esteban Ruiz brings his most intimate Moby Dick to Casa de Vacas
Visit Esteban Ruiz's free exhibition at Casa de Vacas, a powerful pictorial reinterpretation of Moby Dick in the heart of Retiro Park.
Everything about the trailer for The House of the Spirits on Prime Video
Prime Video releases the trailer for The House of the Spirits: cast, dates, controversies and key points of the highly anticipated series based on the novel by Isabel Allende.
Isabel Allende returns with "The Magic Word" and the series "The House of the Spirits"
Isabel Allende's new book about writing and the "House of the Spirits" series on Prime Video: dates, key points, and everything you need to know.
Books of the week: new releases, rankings and top reads
New releases, reviews and real rankings of the books of the week in Spain: fiction, non-fiction and essays that shape the literary conversation.
The Borges-Estévanez House is on its way to becoming a house museum for writers and a literary center in Tenerife
The Borges-Estévanez House will be a Writers' House Museum and literary center in Tenerife, with priority use for literature and cultural activities.
The 21st Dulce Chacón Prize for Spanish Narrative reinforces its participatory nature
Rules, juries and endowment of the Dulce Chacón Prize for Spanish Narrative, with Olivenza and Zafra as key venues for the award.
Annie Ernaux's writing journals arrive in bookstores
Annie Ernaux's writing diaries arrive in Spain with "The Black Workshop." Discover how the Nobel Prize winner works and what this book adds to her oeuvre.
Everything about the Monstress adaptation that Prime Video is preparing
Amazon is developing the adult animated series Monstress for Prime Video. Learn about the plot, the creative team, and what fans in Spain can expect.
Sam Kieth, co-creator of The Sandman comic and author of The Maxx, has died.
Sam Kieth, creator of The Maxx and co-creator of The Sandman, dies at 63. We look back at his legacy and the key works of his career.
Literary Routes through Cordoba: third edition and tours with authors
Literary Routes through Cordoba launches its third edition with four guided walks led by authors, limited places and plenty of history in the city streets.
Feltrinelli Editores is born: the new international publishing house based in Barcelona
Feltrinelli Editores arrives in Spain and Latin America, based in Barcelona, offering classics, new releases and critical essays in a publishing house with an international vocation.
The best-selling books that are flying off the shelves in bookstores
Which books are bestsellers in Spain: novels, essays, young adult, paperbacks, and classics that continue to be popular. Clear ideas to help you choose your next read.
JLF Valladolid Spain, the festival that builds literary bridges between Spain and India
JLF Valladolid Spain brings together great authors and artists from India and Spain with talks, concerts and gastronomy from June 11 to 14.
The five finalists of the Aena Prize for Hispanic American Narrative are now competing for the one million euros
Discover the five finalist works for the millionaire Aena Prize for Hispanic American Narrative and how they aspire to transform the literary map in Spanish.
The trailer for Dune: Part 3 reveals the dark ending of Denis Villeneuve's saga
First trailer for Dune: Part 3, cast, plot, and release date in Spain. This is what the dark finale of Denis Villeneuve's trilogy will be like.
Mairena del Aljarafe Book Fair: authors, activities and cultural commitment
Mairena del Aljarafe Book Fair in the Central Park: featured authors, activities for all audiences and a space for equality.
A Midsummer Night's Dream returns to the Teatro Real with a new operatic production
Britten's opera returns to the Teatro Real with Bolton and Warner, an ensemble cast and a dreamlike staging that reinvents the Shakespearean forest.
Kate Winslet joins the hunt for Gollum in The Lord of the Rings
Kate Winslet will star in The Hunt for Gollum, the new Lord of the Rings film directed by Andy Serkis and produced by Peter Jackson.
Raúl del Pozo, master of column writing and political chronicle, dies
Raúl del Pozo, a leading figure in political column writing and a key chronicler of Spanish life, has died at the age of 89 in Madrid. Learn about his career and legacy.
IV Festival of Literature and Historical Dissemination of La Orotava: everything that awaits you
Everything about the 4th Festival of Literature and Historical Dissemination of La Orotava: dates, guest authors, activities and how to participate in the event.
Alfredo Bryce Echenique, a key voice of the Latin American boom, dies
Alfredo Bryce Echenique dies at 87. We look back at his life, his relationship with Spain, and his literary legacy marked by humor, memory, and irony.
Ten novels shortlisted for the Azorín Novel Prize
Discover the ten finalist novels for the Azorín Novel Prize, the record of 735 works submitted, and what the ADDA gala open to the public will be like.
Irene Pujadas and Silvana Vogt shine at the Finestres Narrative Awards
Irene Pujadas and Silvana Vogt win the Finestres Narrative Awards with two novels that champion imagination and consolidate the award in Spain.
Aena Prize for Hispanic American Narrative: this is how the new major award in Spanish is born
Learn about the new Aena Prize for Hispanic American Narrative, endowed with 1 million euros, its jury, requirements and cultural objective in the Spanish-speaking field.
Sony is preparing a complete reboot of its Spider-Man universe
Sony confirms the reboot of its Spider-Man universe after several failures. New actors, a new strategy, and a key role for Tom Holland in the MCU.
Sony makes its move and prepares a total reboot of its Spider-Man universe
Sony confirms the reboot of its Spider-Man universe with new actors and strategy. Here's how it will affect Venom, Morbius, Kraven, and the future of the SSU.
International Mother Language Day: diversity and events in Spain
What is International Mother Language Day and how is it celebrated in Spain and Europe with events, workshops and advocacy for minority languages?
Oliver and Benji are renamed Tsubasa and Genzo Wakabayashi in the new dub of Captain Tsubasa
The new Spanish dub of Captain Tsubasa changes Oliver and Benji to Tsubasa and Genzo. We'll tell you the reasons and the fans' reaction.
A modern-day Don Quixote gives an image to the National Philosophy Olympiad
Discover the modern Quixote that illustrates the National Philosophy Olympiad in Ciudad Real and how it connects with madness in today's world.
África Vázquez wins the Minotaur Award with The Shadow of the Black Lotus
África Vázquez wins the Minotauro Award for The Shadow of the Black Lotus, a fantasy set in a reinvented Egypt that wins over the jury.
Javier Sierra, new CEDRO Prize winner for his defense of written culture
Javier Sierra receives the CEDRO Award for his advocacy of copyright and written culture. Learn about his career and the impact of the award.
Cees Nooteboom, the great traveler of European literature, dies
Cees Nooteboom dies at 92 in Menorca, a key figure in European literature and a great traveler deeply linked to Spain.
Alfonso J. Ussía wins the VI Libros del Asteroide Non-Fiction Prize with «In Extremis»
Alfonso J. Ussía wins the VI Libros del Asteroide Non-Fiction Prize with "In Extremis", an autobiographical project about memory, heritage and Spain.
The writing workshop "Under Construction" returns to the Ethnographic Museum of Castile and León
"Under Construction" writing workshop at the Ethnographic Museum of Castilla y León: practical sessions, limited places and inspiration in the museum rooms.
Torrelavega transforms its shop windows into a grand literary showcase.
More than 200 businesses in Torrelavega are filling their shop windows with literary quotes for Literature Week. Learn about the initiative and its participants.
Jorge Dávila bursts onto the narrative scene with the novel The Ring of Faride
Jorge Dávila makes his fiction debut with El anillo de Faride, a novel about memory, intrigue and the 1977 accident that connects Tenerife and Istanbul.
The book "Relatos a pinceladas" by Maribel Campos Fernández was presented in Seseña.
Presentation event in Seseña of "Relatos a pinceladas" by Maribel Campos Fernández, a novel about memory, secrets and family wounds.
One Piece Heroines: the new anime that focuses on female protagonists
One Piece Heroines arrives with stories focused on Nami, Robin, and other protagonists. Dates, plot, and key details of the new anime spin-off from the saga.
Writer Javier Castillo faces the death of his parents just two months apart
Writer Javier Castillo faces the death of his parents two months apart and says goodbye to his mother with an emotional letter on social media.
Carmen Ródenas wins the Nostromo Literary Prize with "El Castillo Montealegre"
Who has won the Nostromo Literary Prize, what is the award-winning novel about, and why is this maritime prize unique in Spain?
The most anticipated books of February: great new releases arriving in bookstores
The most anticipated books of February: thrillers, novels, memoirs, and key essays arriving in bookstores across Spain. Choose your next read.
Performances of Promenade at the Teatro del Mercado have been suspended
Caleidoscopio Teatro has cancelled the performances of Promenade at the Teatro del Mercado. Check the affected schedules and how to manage your tickets.
Gregorio Marañón will remain at the helm of the Teatro Real for another five years.
Gregorio Marañón renews his contract as head of the Teatro Real for another five years, with unanimous support and a management model unique in European opera.
Sal Buscema, legendary Marvel artist, dies
Sal Buscema, legendary Marvel artist and creator of Hulk and Spider-Man, has died at 89. We look back at his legacy in comics.
Apple TV will bring Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere universe to film and television
Apple TV buys Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere and is preparing Mistborn and The Stormlight Archive with the author at the creative helm.
The Testaments: The television sequel to The Handmaid's Tale arrives on Disney+
Release date, plot, cast and key details of The Testaments, the highly anticipated sequel to The Handmaid's Tale coming to Disney+.
Dragon Ball Super: The Galactic Patrol, the return of the anime with the Moro saga
Dragon Ball Super: The Galactic Patrol continues the anime after the Tournament of Power with the Moro saga. Learn about the plot, production, and release dates.
Centenary Tales: the guide that puts Madrid's oldest taverns and restaurants on the map
Centenary Tales takes you through 16 century-old taverns and restaurants in Madrid with stories, recipes and tales that showcase the gastronomic essence of the city.
Moguer pays tribute to Zenobia Camprubí with their families gathered
Moguer brings together the families of Zenobia and Juan Ramón and presents new books that rediscover the cultural and feminist legacy of Zenobia Camprubí.
New course on short stories and microfiction at the University of León
Sign up for the ULE course on short stories and microfiction: 30 hours, limited places, ECTS credits and a practical approach to enhance your writing.
Akira Comics is preparing to become the largest comic book store in Europe
Akira Comics will expand its bookstore in Madrid to more than 1.500 m² and aspires to be the largest comics and fantasy store in Europe.
Carlota Gurt wins the Llibres Anagrama Prize with the novel “Els erms”
Carlota Gurt wins the Premi Llibres Anagrama with "Els erms", a novel about vital and climatic droughts that the jury has awarded unanimously.
The 10 Laws to Be Fucking Irresistible is now available as an audiobook with Víctor Amat
Victor Amat's new audiobook on Audible explores persuasion and ethical influence. Discover the 10 laws to be damn irresistible without manipulation.
Books on the Street turns Madrid's transport into a giant reading room
Trains and buses in Madrid are filled with literary vinyls featuring award-winning authors, illustrations and QR codes in the new edition of Libros a la Calle (Books on the Street).
Valentín Carrera wins the Altaïr Travel Literature Prize
Valentín Carrera wins the Altaïr Prize with "The World from Below", a key work about Rosendo Salvado's journey between Europe and Australia.
Pérez-Reverte accuses the RAE of yielding to external pressure
Pérez-Reverte lashes out at the RAE for a "lax and ambiguous" rule, political pressures and networks, and the loss of authority over Spanish.
Official Teatro Real products at the Metro Opera store
Official Teatro Real merchandise is now available at the Metro Opera Station shop. Find out what's on sale, why it's been launched, and how it fits into the Metro network.
Action Comics #1 breaks record with a private sale of $15 million
A copy of Action Comics #1, stolen from Nicolas Cage and recovered years later, sells for 15 million and breaks the world record for comics.
More than 3.000 schoolchildren from Lorca meet with authors in the library network
More than 3.000 students from 19 schools in Lorca will participate in 18 Encounters with Authors to promote reading and direct contact with writers.
Superman vs. Homelander: The dream fight comes to comics
Superman faces off against Homelander in DC KO: Boss Battle #1. Get the details of the fight and DC's explosive multiversal crossover.
The UNED Literature Classroom reinforces its cultural role in the province of Jaén with a well-established tenth edition
Everything about the tenth edition of the UNED Literature Classroom in Jaén: authors, venues, dates and key aspects of an already established cultural program.