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'''Angela Kosta''' (born 1973) is an [[Albanian]]-[[Italian]] writer, poet, translator, essayist, journalist, literary critic, publisher, and cultural promoter.<ref | '''Angela Kosta''' (born 1973) is an [[Albanian]]-[[Italian]] writer, poet, translator, essayist, journalist, literary critic, publisher, and cultural promoter.<ref>[https://en.kavyakishor.com/2024/04/30/angela-kosta-poems-and-biography/ Angela Kosta Albania – Italy] | ||
kavyakishor.com.</ref> {{Infobox writer | |||
| name = Angela Kosta | | name = Angela Kosta | ||
| birth_date = 1973 | | birth_date = 1973 | ||
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| nationality = Albanian-Italian | | nationality = Albanian-Italian | ||
| notableworks = ''The Imprisoned Soul'', ''Forgive Me'', ''The Magic Hanger'', ''The Glitter Lot'', ''Mother's Eyes'', ''Poor Millionaire'', ''Living'', ''Beyond the Ocean'', ''Rainbow and Little Sarah'', ''Book under Rubble'', ''The Power of the Apocalypse'', ''Verse Towards Continents'' | | notableworks = ''The Imprisoned Soul'', ''Forgive Me'', ''The Magic Hanger'', ''The Glitter Lot'', ''Mother's Eyes'', ''Poor Millionaire'', ''Living'', ''Beyond the Ocean'', ''Rainbow and Little Sarah'', ''Book under Rubble'', ''The Power of the Apocalypse'', ''Verse Towards Continents'' | ||
| awards = KKI Contributor of the Year (2024) | | awards = [[KKI Contributor of the Year]] (2024) | ||
}} | |image=Angela Kosta.png|caption=KKI-CY 2024 Winner Angela Kosta's Image.|notable_works=''The Imprisoned Soul'', ''Forgive Me'', ''The Magic Hanger'', ''The Glitter Lot'', ''Mother's Eyes'', ''Poor Millionaire'', ''Living'', ''Beyond the Ocean'', ''Rainbow and Little Sarah'', ''Book under Rubble'', ''The Power of the Apocalypse'', ''Verse Towards Continents''}} | ||
With an impressive body of work across three | With an impressive body of work across three languages—'''''Albanian, Italian, and English—Kosta''''' has earned acclaim for her literary contributions, blending poignant storytelling with cultural insight.<ref>[https://feversofthemind.com/2024/03/18/a-fevers-of-the-mind-poetry-showcase-angela-kosta/ A Fevers of the Mind Poetry Showcase: Angela Kosta] feverofthemind.com</ref> She resides in Italy, where she has been based since 1995.<ref>[https://en.kavyakishor.com/2024/01/10/angela-kostas-poems/ Angela Kosta’s Poems]. [[Kavya Kishor International]].</ref> | ||
==Early Life and Education== | ==Early Life and Education== | ||
Angela Kosta was born in 1973 in Elbasan, Albania. In 1995, she moved to Italy, a transition that significantly shaped her literary career | ''Angela Kosta'' was born in 1973 in [[Elbasan]], [[Albania]]. In 1995, she moved to [[Italy]], a transition that significantly shaped her literary career.<ref>[https://spillwords.com/the-light-of-survival/ The Light of Survival - Angela Kosta]. [[Spill Words Press]].</ref> | ||
==Literary Career== | ==Literary Career== | ||
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*''Verse Towards Continents'' (Anthology) | *''Verse Towards Continents'' (Anthology) | ||
Her works have been published in esteemed literary journals and magazines across the globe, reflecting her prominence in both national and international literary spheres. | Her works have been published in esteemed literary journals and magazines across the globe, reflecting her prominence in both national and international literary spheres.<ref>https://www.zvonainari.hr/single-post/angela-kosta</ref> | ||
===Translation and Advocacy=== | ===Translation and Advocacy=== | ||
Kosta has translated over 150 authors into Albanian and Italian, bridging cultural and linguistic divides. She has notably translated volumes of poetry by writers from Albania and Kosovo, showcasing the depth and diversity of Balkan literature. | ''Kosta'' has translated over 150 authors into Albanian and Italian, bridging cultural and linguistic divides. She has notably translated volumes of poetry by writers from Albania and Kosovo, showcasing the depth and diversity of [[Balkan literature]].<ref>https://en.kavyakishor.com/2024/05/10/ndue-dragusha-angela-kosta-the-new-constellation-among-the-creative-talents-in-the-world</ref> | ||
She also serves as the Executive Director of ''MIRIADE'' magazine and is a co-founder of the ''International Literature Language Journal'', platforms that amplify voices in global literature. | She also serves as the Executive Director of ''[[MIRIADE]]'' magazine and is a co-founder of the ''[[International Literature Language Journal]]'', platforms that amplify voices in global literature.<ref>https://www.international-literature-language-journal.com/about-founders</ref> | ||
== | ==Awards== | ||
In December 2024, Angela Kosta was named the | In December 2024, ''Angela Kosta'' was named the [[KKI Contributor of the Year]] for her outstanding contributions to literature and cultural promotion. This accolade highlights her influence as a writer and advocate for the literary arts.<ref>https://en.kavyakishor.com/2024/12/10/angela-kosta-honored-as-kki-contributor-of-the-year-2024</ref> | ||
==Personal Life== | ==Personal Life== | ||
Angela Kosta lives in Italy, where she continues her literary pursuits, translation projects, and cultural advocacy. | Angela Kosta lives in Italy, where she continues her literary pursuits, translation projects, and cultural advocacy.<ref>https://www.dooleysbooks.com/product/12449371/over-the-ocean-by-angela-kosta</ref> | ||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
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==External Links== | ==External Links== | ||
*[https://en.kavyakishor.com/2024/12/10/angela-kosta-honored-as-kki-contributor-of-the-year-2024 KKI-CY 2024] on [[Kavya Kishor International]] | *[https://en.kavyakishor.com/2024/12/10/angela-kosta-honored-as-kki-contributor-of-the-year-2024 KKI-CY 2024] on [[Kavya Kishor International]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 18:29, 26 December 2024
Angela Kosta (born 1973) is an Albanian-Italian writer, poet, translator, essayist, journalist, literary critic, publisher, and cultural promoter.[1]
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| Birthday | 1973 |
| Birthplace | Elbasan, Albania |
| Nationality | Albanian-Italian |
| Occupation | Writer, poet, translator, essayist, journalist, literary critic, publisher, promoter |
| Notable Works | The Imprisoned Soul, Forgive Me, The Magic Hanger, The Glitter Lot, Mother's Eyes, Poor Millionaire, Living, Beyond the Ocean, Rainbow and Little Sarah, Book under Rubble, The Power of the Apocalypse, Verse Towards Continents |
| Awards | KKI Contributor of the Year (2024) |
With an impressive body of work across three languages—Albanian, Italian, and English—Kosta has earned acclaim for her literary contributions, blending poignant storytelling with cultural insight.[2] She resides in Italy, where she has been based since 1995.[3]
Early Life and Education
Angela Kosta was born in 1973 in Elbasan, Albania. In 1995, she moved to Italy, a transition that significantly shaped her literary career.[4]
Literary Career
Angela Kosta’s literary oeuvre encompasses novels, poetry, and fairy tales. Her notable works include:
- The Imprisoned Soul (2003)
- Forgive Me (2004)
- The Magic Hanger (2007)
- The Glitter Lot (2008)
- Mother's Eyes (2011)
- Poor Millionaire (2017)
- Living (2018)
- Beyond the Ocean (2019)
- Rainbow and Little Sarah (2020)
- Book under Rubble (2023)
- The Power of the Apocalypse (2023)
- Verse Towards Continents (Anthology)
Her works have been published in esteemed literary journals and magazines across the globe, reflecting her prominence in both national and international literary spheres.[5]
Translation and Advocacy
Kosta has translated over 150 authors into Albanian and Italian, bridging cultural and linguistic divides. She has notably translated volumes of poetry by writers from Albania and Kosovo, showcasing the depth and diversity of Balkan literature.[6]
She also serves as the Executive Director of MIRIADE magazine and is a co-founder of the International Literature Language Journal, platforms that amplify voices in global literature.[7]
Awards
In December 2024, Angela Kosta was named the KKI Contributor of the Year for her outstanding contributions to literature and cultural promotion. This accolade highlights her influence as a writer and advocate for the literary arts.[8]
Personal Life
Angela Kosta lives in Italy, where she continues her literary pursuits, translation projects, and cultural advocacy.[9]
See Also
References
- ↑ Angela Kosta Albania – Italy kavyakishor.com.
- ↑ A Fevers of the Mind Poetry Showcase: Angela Kosta feverofthemind.com
- ↑ Angela Kosta’s Poems. Kavya Kishor International.
- ↑ The Light of Survival - Angela Kosta. Spill Words Press.
- ↑ https://www.zvonainari.hr/single-post/angela-kosta
- ↑ https://en.kavyakishor.com/2024/05/10/ndue-dragusha-angela-kosta-the-new-constellation-among-the-creative-talents-in-the-world
- ↑ https://www.international-literature-language-journal.com/about-founders
- ↑ https://en.kavyakishor.com/2024/12/10/angela-kosta-honored-as-kki-contributor-of-the-year-2024
- ↑ https://www.dooleysbooks.com/product/12449371/over-the-ocean-by-angela-kosta