Darko Cvijetić Wins Prestigious Ćamil Sijarić Award for 2025

Renowned writer Darko Cvijetić has been awarded the prestigious Ćamil Sijarić Award for the year 2025. He received this honor for his book titled “Previše mi to. Osam djevojčica,” which has garnered significant acclaim among literary circles in the region.

The selection process for the Ćamil Sijarić Award involved a panel of esteemed selectors from the Balkans. Notable figures included Drasko Došljak and Kemal Mušić from Montenegro, Petar V. Arbutina from Serbia, Dijana Hadžizukić from Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Sinan Guđević from Croatia. This year’s competition featured 16 prose books, with the panel narrowing it down to the standout titles “1983” by Miljenko Jergović and Cvijetić’s “Previše mi to. Osam djevojčica.”

In a decisive vote, the panel chose Cvijetić as the recipient of the award. The announcement underscores the impact his work has made in the literary community. The award will be presented to him during the Sijarić Literary Meetings on December 18, 2025, coinciding with the birthday of Ćamil Sijarić, in Bijelo Polje, a significant event for celebrating literary achievements in the region.

This recognition not only highlights Cvijetić’s talent but also emphasizes the cultural richness of the Balkans. His book, which tells a compelling story through the lens of childhood and identity, resonates with many readers, contributing to ongoing conversations about literature in the area.

The Ćamil Sijarić Award is named after the esteemed Bosnian author Ćamil Sijarić, who is celebrated for his contributions to regional literature. The award aims to promote literary excellence and encourage new voices in the field. With this latest accolade, Darko Cvijetić joins a distinguished group of authors recognized for their outstanding contributions to literature.