Laureates of the regional literary prize were awarded in Vitebsk
In the "Poetry" nomination, Shumilino writer Viktor Ulyutenko (creative pseudonym Anton Paraskevin) was recognized for his poetry collection "White Dawns," and in the "Children's Literature" nomination, Lidia Piskun from Polotsk was honored for her book "Amazing Stories of Shali and Poli."
Presenting the well-deserved awards to the laureates, Deputy Chairman of the Regional Executive Committee Vyacheslav Durnov emphasized the great importance of the work of writers and poets for society, as, in addition to aesthetic and philosophical components, it plays a significant educational role for all citizens of our country. In his address to the laureates, Vyacheslav Durnov wished all writers of the Vitebsk region inspiration and creative success in the coming new year, so that the works of the masters of the word would correspond to the spirit of the times.
Tamara Krasnova-Gusachenko, Chairperson of the regional branch of the Union of Writers of Belarus, thanked the Regional Executive Committee for the existence of the literary prize, which provides an opportunity to support talented people. Currently, the writers' organization unites 45 people in the Vitebsk region.
The Petrus Brovka Literary Prize was established by the Regional Executive Committee in 2012 with the aim of promoting the best works, enhancing the prestige of creative labor, and stimulating talented writers.
"Vitebskiye Vesti"