Can you list a few awards for fiction books that are international in scope?

Sure. The Walter Scott Prize for Historical Fiction is one. Also, the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction sometimes goes to historical fiction works.

The Aurealis Awards in Australia also have categories that can include children's science - fiction works. These awards celebrate the best in Australian speculative fiction across different categories, and the works for children are an important part of that. They encourage creativity and innovation in writing science - fiction stories for the younger audience.

The Man Booker International Prize is another significant award. It focuses on works in translation, which helps to bring international voices in fiction to a wider audience. Then there's the Prix Goncourt in France, which has a high reputation in the French - speaking literary world and often features works that are rich in French cultural elements. These awards not only celebrate great writing but also influence the global literary market and reading trends.

Sure, 'The Goldfinch' is one.

For beginners, 'Charlotte's Web' by E. B. White is wonderful. It's a heartwarming story about friendship between a pig and a spider. Also, 'The Alchemist' by Paulo Coelho is a popular choice. It's a simple yet inspiring story about following one's dreams that has been translated into many languages.

Another one is 'Sing, Unburied, Sing'. It has a very distinct voice that draws you into the lives of the characters in the South. It deals with tough issues like racism and poverty in a very engaging and thought - provoking way.

The top awards? Well, the Crime Writers' Association (CWA) Dagger Awards are definitely up there. They cover a wide range of categories in crime fiction, which means they can recognize different types of excellent crime novels. The Anthony Awards are also great. They are fan - and - professional - voted awards at the Bouchercon World Mystery Convention, so they really represent what the community likes. And don't forget the Macavity Awards, which are a big deal in the crime fiction world too.

Sure. The Hugo Award is one. There's also the Nebula Award. And the John W. Campbell Memorial Award.

Yes. The International Manga and Comics Festival in Italy also has awards for graphic novels. This festival attracts artists and works from different countries, and the awards contribute to the global recognition of graphic novels. It encourages cross - cultural exchange and the sharing of different styles of graphic novel creation.

Well, there's the Nobel Prize in Literature which often includes works of fiction among its laureates. It's a very prestigious award on a global scale. Then there's the Nebula Award for science fiction and fantasy fiction. The Edgar Allan Poe Awards also has a category for best novel which includes many works of fiction in the mystery genre.