Jaanus Vaiksoo (1967) is a children’s 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 children’s magazine Täheke. Additionally, he has published a book of ABCs, scripts for television and TV films, and an adventure libretto. The psychological intricacy of Vaiksoo’s 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.
2021 Nominee of the Tartu Prize for Children’s Literature (Shoe # 40) 2020 The White Ravens (Shoe #39) 2019 Annual Children’s Literature Award of the Cultural Endowment of Estonia (Shoe #39) Good Children’s Book (Shoe #39) 2018 Nominee of the Tartu Prize for Children’s Literature (Three Autumns) 2017 Good Children’s Book (Three Autumns) 2015 Ajakirja Täheke ja Riigikantselei luulevõistlus „Meie oma Eesti lipp”, põhiauhind (luuletus „Põhjatuulemaal”) 2012 Annual Children’s Literature Award of the Cultural Endowment of Estonia (Soup Pot Carnival) Good Children’s Book (Soup Pot Carnival) 2006 Best European Schoolbooks, 3rd place (Alphabet Book) 2003 Karl Eduard Sööt Children’s Poetry Award (The Clockmaker’s Wife)