Corine Literature Prize

The Corine – International Book Prize, as it is officially called, is a German literature prize created by the Bavarian chapter of the Börsenverein des Deutschen Buchhandels and it was first awarded in 2001. It is awarded to German and international "authors for excellent literary achievements and their recognition by the public." The award was last given in 2011. The successor award is the Bayerischer Buchpreis.

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Check the official rules of the Corine Literature Prize for the current eligibility window, accepted formats, residency or language requirements and any entry fee. For most established prizes the publisher submits on the author's behalf, often with a limit on entries per imprint.

If you are self-published, look for an explicit statement that independently published books are accepted, and budget for entry fees and copies for judges.