Japan Children's Literature Association Newcomer Award
1 appearances
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Edition 38 (2005) award
Etsuko Shindo
しんどう えつこ
Shindo Etsuko
Profile
- Gender
- Female
- Born
- 1961-12-26 （Toyohashi, Aichi, Japan）
- Nationality
- Japan
- Languages
- Japanese
- Residence History
- Toyohashi, Aichi, Japan → Tokyo, Japan → Cappadocia, Turkey → Iran
Career
- Occupations
- Children's literature author, Non-fiction writer, Novelist
- Active Years
- 1988-
Education
| Institution | Faculty | Department | Degree | Period | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aichi Prefectural Toyohashi Minami High School | — | — | — | 1977-1980 | Japan |
| Tsuda University, College of Liberal Arts | College of Liberal Arts | Department of International Relations | — | 1980-1984 | Japan |
Aichi Prefectural Toyohashi Minami High School
Period:
1977-1980
Year of Graduation:
1980
Country:
Japan
Tsuda University, College of Liberal Arts
College of Liberal Arts
/ Department of International Relations
Period:
1980-1984
Year of Graduation:
1984
Country:
Japan
Developed an interest in the Middle East during studies; traveled to Turkey and Egypt
Awards
| Year | Award | Work | Category | Organization | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Japan Children's Literature Association Newcomer Award (38th) | Blue Tulip | — | Japan Children's Literature Association | Winner |
| 2003 | Toyohashi Furusato (Hometown) Ambassador | — | — | Toyohashi City | Appointed |
Japan Children's Literature Association Newcomer Award (38th)
2005
Work:
Blue Tulip
Organization:
Japan Children's Literature Association
Result:
Winner
Toyohashi Furusato (Hometown) Ambassador
2003
Organization:
Toyohashi City
Result:
Appointed
Awards & Nominations
Works
Major Works
Etsuko and Harime: The Story of the Two of Us Weaving a Turkish Carpet
1988 Non-fiction / TravelA non-fiction account based on her experience weaving a carpet in Cappadocia, Turkey, describing her interaction with a local woman, Harime.
Cross-cultural exchangeHandicraftsFemale friendship
I Hear the Shepherd's Whistle: The World of Nomads
1990 Non-fiction / EthnographyA reportage tracing the routes of nomadic peoples from Central Asia to Turkey.
Nomadic cultureTravel writingHistory and folklore
Blue Tulip
2004 Children's literatureA children's novel focusing on friendship, growth, and imagination.
Coming of ageFriendshipImagination
The Flying Carpet
1996 Fantasy / Picture bookA fantasy picture book about a magical carpet; later republished.
MagicAdventureImagination
Eyes of Istanbul
1994 Travel writingA collection of essays recounting observations and experiences in Istanbul.
Urban lifeCultural observationTravel
Bibliography
- Etsuko and Harime: The Story of the Two of Us Weaving a Turkish Carpet
- I Hear the Shepherd's Whistle: The World of Nomads
- The Country of Khomeini Seen from Beneath the Chador
- Eyes of Istanbul
- Turkish-style Travels
- The Flying Carpet
- Weaving Carpets in Göreme Village - Takusan no Fushigi Masterpieces
- Caravan Across Time
- Blue Tulip
- Blue Tulip, Forever
- Chotrapatra on a Moonlit Night
- Pink Little Chalk
- Lop's Mysterious Hair Ornament
- The Story of Hendawane's Seed
- Friends of the Handmade Lane
- Looking for Cats in Istanbul
- The Spoon Knows
- Jinn of the Desert
- Minakata Kumagusu: Seeker of All Things
- Ali Baba's Cat is Listening
- Where the Tree of Life Grows
- Aunt Zehra of Turkey Goes to Mecca
- Rana and the Dragon's Ark
Style & Themes
- Literary Style
- Lyrical, travelogue-style proseAllegorical and gentle narration in children's literature
- Recurring Motifs
- Cross-cultural encountersTraditional crafts and folkloreAnimals and nature
Legacy
An author known for non-fiction based on experiences in Turkey and the Middle East and for imaginative children's literature. She has served as a cultural ambassador for her hometown and is respected in the field of children's literature.
Trivia
- Her experience weaving a carpet with a local woman in Göreme village, Cappadocia, led to her debut as a writer.
- She has served as a Toyohashi Hometown Ambassador since 2003.