Jaanus Vaiksoo (1967) is a childrenās author, literary scholar, and instructor. He graduated from Tallinn University in Estonian language and literature. Vaiksoo has written over 20 books of stories and poetry for children and has contributed to the childrenās magazine
TƤheke. Additionally, he has published a book of ABCs, scripts for television and TV films, and an adventure libretto. The psychological intricacy of Vaiksooās characters and their depiction through a prism of warm humour offer support to readers of sensitive ages and helps them on their path to adulthood.
Awards
2021Nominee of the Tartu Prize for Childrenās LiteratureĀ (Shoe # 40)
2020The White Ravens (Shoe #39)
2019Annual Childrenās Literature Award of the Cultural Endowment of Estonia (Shoe #39)
Good Childrenās Book (Shoe #39)
2018Nominee of the Tartu Prize for Childrenās Literature (Three Autumns)
2017Good Childrenās Book (Three Autumns)
2015Ajakirja TƤheke ja Riigikantselei luulevƵistlus āMeie oma Eesti lippā, pƵhiauhind (luuletus āPƵhjatuulemaalā)
2012Annual Childrenās Literature Award of the Cultural Endowment of Estonia (Soup Pot Carnival)
Good Childrenās Book (Soup Pot Carnival)
2006Best European Schoolbooks, 3rd place (Alphabet Book)
2003Karl Eduard Sƶƶt Childrenās Poetry Award (The Clockmakerās Wife)