Aleksandar Kujundjiski is a master of wordplay, poetic energy, and wisdom, creating worlds that inspire imagination, embrace of diversity, and a love of nature.
Biography
Aleksandar Kujundjiski (b. 1946) is a Macedonian writer for children and adults, as well as a humorist and satirist. He graduated from the Faculty of Philosophy in Skopje and has worked as a humorist for Radio Skopje, as well as a journalist and editor for the magazine Lovec. Since 1987, he has been a member of the Writers’ Association of Macedonia. From 1990 until his retirement in 2010, he worked as an independent professional writer. He is the founder of the publishing house Antolog (1999) and has published 145 books (first editions), including poetry, short stories, novels, tales, fables, plays, haiku, riddles, and humor. His collection I Want a Book has been translated into 11 languages. Kujundjiski has received numerous awards, including the Vancho Nikoleski award and the 13 November award. His work is characterized by satirical and humorous tones, often reflecting the contemporary world through a light and witty approach, leaving space for both enjoyment and thoughtful reading.
Outstanding title:
I WANT A BOOK (2006)
A carefully selected collection of stories, poems, tales, and dramatizations. The warmth, humor, and educational themes in the texts stimulate imagination, curiosity, and a love of reading in young audiences. The book has been translated into 11 languages, ensuring broad international accessibility. It is a recommended reading edition for Grade III in Macedonia, suitable for school curricula and intercultural projects promoting children’s literature.
Illustrator: Aleksandar Popovski
Publisher: Antolog, 2006
72 pages, paperback, 14 x 21 cm
Age: 15-10
Available translations to:
- Albanian, Turkish, Romani, Vlach, Serbian, Croatian, Montenegrin, Bosnian, Slovenian, German, and English language.
Latest title:
THE WEDDING OF HEDGY AND HEDGIE (2021)
Meet the Hedgehogy family – the new heroes of Evergreenforest! In the first book, get to know Hedgy and Hedgie, two forest hedgehogs whose hearts flutter with the excitement of first love. With their wedding, the entire forest prepares for a celebration full of surprises, laughter, and unusual guests. Who will be invited, who will get upset, and who will embrace the forest customs? And what happens immediately after the wedding?
Illustrator: Ena Nalbantikj
Publisher: Antolog, 2021
16 pages, paperback, 21 x 21 cm
Age: 10-7
Rights:
Antolog Books Skopje
antolog@gmail.com