A book loved by readers - An award in the hearts of readers.

"The Teacher," "Nameless Summer," "The Story of the Cat Who Taught the Seagull to Fly," and "How Much Is Youth Worth?" are among the books honored in the Readers' Favorite Book category at this year's National Book Awards.

At the 7th National Book Awards ceremony held on the evening of November 29th, the works "The Teacher," "Nameless Summer," "The Story of the Cat Who Taught the Seagull to Fly," and "How Much Is Youth Worth?" were honored in the category of Books Loved by Readers.

Four inspiring works

The Teacher's Book.

The book, written by General Nguyen Chi Vinh, portrays the special relationship between him and his respected mentor, Major General Dang Tran Duc (also known as Mr. Ba Quoc). It not only recounts moving stories but also contains profound lessons about loyalty, sacrifice, and the will to serve the country—the life of an intelligence officer. Mr. Ba Quoc trained the young soldier Nguyen Chi Vinh, teaching him everything about the intelligence profession. When the author, Nguyen Chi Vinh, first came from Vietnam to Cambodia, he was assigned to Department N, later to Team X, the team responsible for the most important tasks in the department. Recounting his journey along the northern border during the war years, General Nguyen Chi Vinh shows the image of a courageous and responsible intelligence mentor.

The book "Summer Without a Name" . Photo: Tre Publishing House.

"Nameless Summer " is a novel published in 2023 by Nguyen Nhat Anh. Set in the village of Đo Đo, the story features familiar motifs often seen in the author's works: innocent and carefree childhood friendships, the journey of growing up with its ups and downs and emotional moments, etc. Nguyen Nhat Anh skillfully weaves together descriptions of the countryside and the characters' inner thoughts, making the work both familiar and unique, touching the hearts of those who yearn for a peaceful childhood. The book is considered another "ticket to childhood" that the author offers to his long-time readers.

The book "The Story of the Cat Who Taught the Seagull to Fly" . Photo: Nha Nam.

Luis Sepúlveda's *The Cat Who Taught a Seagull to Fly* is a meaningful story about love, patience, and courage. It tells the story of Zorba, a chubby but responsible cat, and his journey of caring for and teaching an orphaned seagull chick. A promise to the mother seagull motivates Zorba to overcome his own limitations, even doing what most cats consider impossible: teaching a seagull to fly. Through simple yet profound storytelling, Sepúlveda skillfully weaves in messages about responsibility to nature, boundless friendship, and the value of keeping promises. This book is inspiring not only for children but also for adults, reminding us of the power of kindness and the wonders of life.

How much is youth worth? ( Image: Reviewsach )

Rosie Nguyen's "How Much Is Youth Worth? " is a bedside book for young people struggling on their journey of self-discovery. Through sincerity and personal experience, Rosie shares valuable lessons about living life to the fullest, learning, and exploring the world . The book is divided into three parts: learning, working, and traveling. Each part offers practical advice and inspiration, encouraging young people to confidently venture out and discover their hidden potential. With an approachable writing style, Rosie Nguyen not only helps readers better understand the meaning of youth but also encourages them to live life to the fullest with passion, not fear failure, and always seek opportunities to learn. This is a special book for anyone who wants to shape their own path and not waste their youth.

The award reflects the life of books.

The "Readers' Favorite Book" category is a new feature at this year's National Book Awards. This new element has brought the Awards closer to a wider audience through a voting process held before the awards ceremony.

Nguyen Thuy Hang, Director of the Vietnam Writers Association Publishing House; Nguyen Xuan Minh, Director of Copyright at Nha Nam Publishing House; and Rosie Nguyen, representing author, received the "Readers' Favorite Book" award for their work "How Much Is Youth Worth?". Photo: Viet Linh.

All four honored works are books that hold a special place in the hearts of readers. Nguyen Xuan Minh, Director of Planning and Copyright at Nha Nam Publishing House, stated that to date, the company has sold over 50,000 copies of "The Story of the Cat Who Taught the Seagull to Fly" and approximately 580,000 copies of "How Much Is Youth Worth?". "For a publishing house, having books that readers cherish for such a long time is a huge source of encouragement, both materially and spiritually," he shared with Tri Thuc - ZNews . Accordingly, a book with a large print run means the publishing house has expanded its readership. Other books from Nha Nam also have the opportunity to reach new groups of readers. This is a source of encouragement for those in the publishing industry, seeing that their efforts have been appreciated by readers. Furthermore, bestselling books provide publishers with the opportunity to explore and bring readers challenging and niche books that nonetheless hold immense value in the vast storehouse of human knowledge.

The 7th National Book Awards Ceremony (2024) will be held at 8 PM on November 29, 2024, at the Grand Theatre (Hanoi), and will be broadcast live on VTV1. Sponsors include: Vingroup, Vietcombank, Vietinbank, BIDV, Agribank , and Vietnam Paper Corporation.

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