The getAbstract International Book Award has been presented annually since 2001 and is awarded to four authors (or co-authors) for their work in English or German.[1][2][3] The initial focus of the award was on books from the genres economics, politics, and society. Over the years, the focus has narrowed more specifically to business-relevant books.[4] The award intends to raise the visibility of "(...) titles that make a difference to how [people] think, work, and live.”[5]
Until 2020, the award ceremony took place at the Frankfurt Book Fair;[6][7] since the COVID-19 pandemic, the award has been presented virtually.
In 2021, the getAbstract International Book Award will include a total financial prize of EUR 20,000.[5]
Rick Peterson receives the 2018 getAbstract International Book Award at the Frankfurt Book Fair
The getAbstract International Book Award has been presented in cooperation with notable business media partners including Financial Times Germany and Capital.
SInce 2021, the official media partner is brand eins.
The jury, responsible for selecting the shortlist and winners, consists of getAbstract staff and external partners. All jury members receive an equal vote. The members in 2021 include the SwissauthorNiko Stoifberg and GermanjournalistPeter Lau. The jury considers books published in the twelve months preceding the award.[4]
Winners of the getAbstract International Book Award
The getAbstract International Book Award traditionally recognizes two books per language category. The awards are weighted equally, without rank or preference.[4]
Since 2020, getAbstract has invited readers to vote for their favorite book longlisted in the “Business Impact” category. The “Readers’ Choice” award (International & German) goes to the work with the most votes.[22]