Lisa Ridzén’s novel When the Cranes Fly South comes in at No.3 on Der Spiegel’s list for hardback fiction, featuring on the list for the eight consecutive week.

Lisa Ridzén’s When the Cranes Fly South is shortlisted for this year’s Magnesia Litera in the category “Translated Fiction”. The novel was translated into Czech by Lina Kaprová and it is one of three nominees in the running for the award.

The jury has the following to say about When the Cranes Fly South and Kaprová’s translation:
“Lisa Ridzén’s debut novel is set in the Swedish countryside, yet it tells a universal story. Through an intimate lens, it explores what it means to come to terms with the inevitability of old age, portraying different forms of love alongside the weight of loneliness, helplessness, and the loss of dignity. The novel—delicate yet powerful—suggests that everyone deserves dignified care and emotional closeness, even nearly ninety-year-old Bo, whose body is slowly failing him and who depends on the help of others. It also highlights the importance of small, everyday interactions that make life worth living, regardless of age.
Linda Kaprová’s deeply felt translation skillfully contrasts the brief, factual notes of nursing staff with the protagonist’s inner musings, perceptive observations, vivid memories, and poetic dreams.”

Magnesia Litera is the most prominent literary award in Czech Republic and yearly awards quality literature in a wide range of categories. The winner will be announced in a televised ceremony on April 18.

Lisa Ridzén’s When the Cranes Fly South is nominated for Audiobook of the Year in Czech Republic. The award is given yearly by the Audiobook Publishers’ Association in several categories, and Ridzén is up for the prize voted forth by the public. Listeners can vote for their favorite until March 31 by clicking “Read More” below. Winners will be announced at a ceremony in Prague on April 23.

When the Cranes Fly South climbs to No. 2 on this week’s Der Spiegel bestseller list for hardcover fiction. This is Ridzén’s seventh consecutive week on the list.

When the Cranes Fly South continues to dominate bestseller lists around the world. This week, Ridzén’s smashing debut features at No. 2 on Amazon Charts in the UK and also claims the No. 5 spot on Der Spiegel in Germany. This is the novel’s fifth consecutive week on Amazon Charts and its sixth consecutive week on Der Spiegel.

Lisa Ridzén’s lauded debut When the Cranes Fly South soars to the No.2 spot on this week’s Amazon Charts for fiction across all formats on Amazon UK. This is its third week on the list.

Lisa Ridzén’s acclaimed debut When the Cranes Fly South claims the No.1 spot on Der Spiegel’s bestseller list for hardcover fiction in Germany this week. This marks the fourth consecutive week that the novel has featured on the list.

Lisa Ridzén’s When the Cranes Fly South is No. 9 on German Der Spiegel’s bestseller list for hardcovers. The novel has now featured on the list for three consecutive weeks.

When the Cranes Fly South continues to take the UK by storm. Lisa Ridzén’s acclaimed debut novel takes the No. 4 spot on this week’s Amazon Charts for fiction across all formats. This is its second week on the list.

Lisa Ridzén’s When the Cranes Fly South claims the No. 7 spot on the Sunday Times bestseller list for paperback fiction. This is the lauded novel’s fourth consecutive week on the list.

Lisa Ridzén’s When the Cranes Fly South has received a Merit Award from the Ho Chi Ming City Writers Association for translated literature. The award recognizes works of the highest quality and outstanding efforts of those involved in the publication. The lauded novel was translated into Vietnamese by Minh Khôi.