The Guthi announced that 304 books were submitted for the award.

Poet and essayist Prakash Thamsuhang discusses his literary inspirations, writing in various forms and genres, the importance of his locale to his writing, and the opening of a community library in Ilam.

In ‘The Forest of Enchantments’, Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni humanises Sita but does little to show her as an empowered woman capable of choosing her fate.

Sunaina Rana talks about discovering yoga and her experiences working at the Isha Yoga Center in Tamil Nadu, India.

‘Adiyeka Paila’ explores the intricate feelings and societal influences shaping human relationships through the lives of its protagonists, Astitwa and Anasuya.

Writer Dia Yonzon talks about queer literature, her work at the UN Women Nepal, and the books that have influenced her.

Today, policymakers in the region are urged to rethink development strategies, prioritise investments in human capital, and foster regional and global cooperation.

In ‘The Gorkha Grief’, Tim Gurung illuminates the struggles of Gorkhas in India and advocates for their recognition.

Writer Ranjan Adiga discusses his debut book, the discipline writers require, and his portrayals of marginalised characters.

Former Supreme Court Justice Ananda Mohan Bhattarai discusses the interplay between law and literature, his reading habits, and must-read books for youths.

American writer and filmmaker Jennette McCurdy recounts her journey from navigating a tumultuous relationship with her mother to finding resilience.

Shreeya Giri, founder of Happy Minds, talks about finding resilience in the comfort of books and how storytelling plays a role in healing.

Following Albert Camus’ Mersault, Saurav Thapa’s ‘The Absurdist of Kathmandu’ introduces Nepali readers to their philosophising protagonist.

Hima Bista, the executive director of Women LEAD, discusses how her reading choices influence the leadership sessions she conducts at her organisation.

In ‘The Art of Being Posthuman’, Francesca Ferrando argues that in the 21st century, understanding our identity means recognising our deep connection with technology, nature, and other species.

Author Ravi Shankar shares his love for books growing up, poetry, and the importance of translation.

Academician and activist Pratima Gurung discusses reading culture and the exclusion of marginalised and indigenous narratives in the curriculum.

The library is a community space that illuminates feminist issues through its thoughtfully curated collection of books.

Rishi Amatya discusses his first novel and why mythology is the focal point of his writing.

The book covers 24 themes, offering readers comprehensive information on the country’s economic, corporate, social, developmental, and political sectors.