September 15, Colombo (LNW): Virajini Tennakoon’s novel “Camellia” has been recognised with the 2024 Golden Book Award, one of the highest honours in Sri Lankan literature.
The prestigious award ceremony, organised by the Sri Lanka Book Publishers Association, celebrated its 18th year at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall in Colombo.
In addition to the accolade, Tennakoon was awarded a cash prize of Rs. 850,000, highlighting the novel’s literary excellence.
“Camellia” stood out among a group of distinguished finalists, each contributing to the country’s rich literary heritage.
The other finalists included Mahinda Prasad Masimbula for “Mai Mara Prasangaya,” Eric Ilayapparachi for “Thiwanka Kathawa,” Malith Thusitha Gunaratne for “Silver Trips,” and Liyanage Amarakirthi for “Kalalikarayo.”
Each finalist received a cash prize of Rs. 100,000 in recognition of their significant contributions to literature.
The Golden Book Awards continue to spotlight outstanding literary works, fostering a culture of reading and writing in Sri Lanka.
This year’s event not only honoured individual achievements but also celebrated the diversity and depth of the country’s literary scene.
