Malaysian National Laureate facts for kids
Malaysian National Laureate (also known as Sasterawan Negara in Malay) is a special award given to people who have made amazing contributions to Malay literature. These individuals are recognized for their excellent writing, which helps to enrich the Malay language and its stories. It's like being a champion writer for your country!
What is a National Laureate?
A National Laureate is the highest honor a writer can receive in Malaysia. It celebrates authors who have written books, poems, and plays that are important to the country's culture and history. These writers inspire others and help keep the Malay language vibrant and alive through their creative works.
Who are the Malaysian National Laureates?
Since 1981, many talented writers have been given this prestigious award. Here is a list of the amazing people who have been recognized for their literary achievements:
- 1981: Kamaludin Muhammad (known as Keris Mas)
- 1982: Shahnon Ahmad
- 1983: Usman Awang
- 1986: A. Samad Said
- 1988: Muhammad Dahlan Abdul Biang Andi (known as Arena Wati)
- 1991: Muhammad Haji Salleh
- 1993: Noordin Hassan
- 1996: Abdullah Hussain
- 2001: Syed Othman bin Syed Omar (known as S. Othman Kelantan)
- 2009: Anwar Ridhwan
- 2011: Ahmad Kamal Abdullah
- 2013: Baharuddin Zainal (known as Baha Zain)
- 2015: Zurinah Hassan
- 2019: Siti Zainon Ismail
- 2022: Rahman Shaari
These writers have created many wonderful stories, poems, and plays that are enjoyed by people of all ages in Malaysia and beyond. Their work helps us understand more about Malaysian culture, history, and human experiences.
