The Edoardo Kihlgren Opera Prima Award – an initiative of Amici di Edoardo ETS – has awarded three first works by young authors every year since 1997, involving high school students in selecting the winner. The objectives are to promote reading among young people and offer visibility to new authors.
With 600 readers per year between schools, Barrio’s jury and honorary jury, the Award has recognized authors such as Roberto Saviano, Silvia Avallone, Marco Missiroli, Jonathan Bazzi. Every year the students meet the finalists, encouraging a direct comparison between authors and readers. The godmother is Lella Costa, supported by Massimo Cirri.
BooktoMi takes care of the Social jury of the award.