Ivan Antonovski
Ivan Antonovski (1990) - poet, short story writer, essayist, literary researcher and translator, assistant professor at the Faculty of Philology "Blaže Koneski" (Department of Macedonian Literature and Culture) at the University "Sts. Cyril and Methodius" in Skopje. He is the author of several poetry books, children's books, books with research and essays on contemporary Macedonian literature and literary translations. He is a co-editor of four anthologies and several other monographic publications relating to contemporary Macedonian literature. He was an editor and contributor to several magazines on literature and culture. He is the recipient of several literary awards (including: "Vančo Nikoleski" for the best children's book in 2024 and "Živko Čingo" for the best short story in 2023) and awards high social recognition (including the state award "Mito Hadživasilev - Jasmin" for 2024, for achievements in journalism of interest to Macedonia). The best young scientist in the humanities for 2021, awarded by the President of the country with the "Successful Youth" award. Member of: The Writers' Association of Macedonia, the Macedonian Slavic Committee, and the Association of Literary Translators of Macedonia.
"Kisses in the Sky"
“Svetulka nova”, Skopje, 2024
“VANČO NIKOLESKI” Award, 2024
A gentle story about the onset of winter and the warm bond between brother and sister, little sister Ilina and little Jakov. On a snowy night, as they prepare for bed, Ilina tells Jakov a fairy tale she had heard from their grandmother, which begins the magic. The rich illustrations with a nostalgic overtone complement the atmosphere. Although it is a picture book, the text is extensive and carries a multi-layered message – from the fairy tale of snow, to the contemporary theme of the love between brother and sister. The author turns the simple situation into a deep metaphor for family closeness, but also for transferring responsibility to older children in today's dynamic times. With the motto "Everything beautiful that exists in this world is created from love", Antonovski offers a piece that equally addresses both children and parents, creating a rounded whole of text, illustrations and design.