The Nordic Council Literature Prize is an annual award established in 1962 to recognize outstanding literary work from the Nordic countries, which include Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden. The prize aims to promote literature and foster cultural exchange among these nations, celebrating both established and emerging authors. The award is presented by the Nordic Council, an intergovernmental body that encourages cooperation among the Nordic countries. Each year, a jury selects a winner based on the quality and originality of their work, which can be in any genre, including fiction, poetry, and essays.