A Novel for Frankfurt

The Moravian Library in Brno is holding a public competition under the name A Novel for Frankfurt to mark the role of the Czech Republic as Guest of Honour at the 2026 Frankfurt Book Fair. The purpose of the competition is to discover, support, and promote new Czech novels that have the potential to appeal to an international readership and play an important role in the presentation of Czech literature and culture at the 2026 Frankfurt Book Fair.

Who can enter

The competition is open to all authors writing in Czech, regardless of whether they are just starting their careers or already have several publications to their name. We are looking for original, completed, hitherto unpublished novels.

What you can win

Each of three selected authors will be awarded CZK 80,000.
Support from the Czech Literary Centre – translation of excerpts from a novel into English, German, French, and Spanish.
The chance to present your novel at the world's largest book fair in 2026, where it will be presented to both professional and lay visitors.
Reimbursement of expenses related to travel and accommodation in Frankfurt am Main in 2026.