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Children's author Lee Geum-yi misses out on Hans Christian Andersen award, still sees shortlist as 'reward'

Korean author Lee Geum-yi said she would continue writing stories for children and young adults after narrowly missing out on this year's Hans Christian Andersen Award, one of the most prestigious honors in children's literature.

2026-04-14

Lee Geum-yi's inner child still telling tales as author shortlisted again for Hans Christian Andersen Award

Veteran author Lee Geum-yi, whose stories for children and teenagers have resonated across generations, is once again drawing international attention after making the final short list for the Hans Christian Andersen Award for the second time.

2026-03-27

Author Lee Geum-yi shortlisted again for Hans Christian Andersen Award

Lee Geum-yi, a leading Korean author of children’s and young adult books, has been shortlisted again for the Hans Christian Andersen Award (HCAA) this year, following her nomination for the prestigious children’s literature prize in 2024.

2026-02-01

Children's book author Lee Geum-yi nominated for Hans Christian Andersen Award

The International Board on Books for Young People (IBBY) named Lee along with five others in the authors category.

2024-01-22