
Lena Schätte
Lena Schätte is a talented writer and a psychiatric nurse based in Altena, North Rhine-Westphalia. She has gained attention for her poignant novel that explores the complexities of growing up with an alcoholic father. Schätte's writing is noted for its direct and tender language, which resonates deeply with readers. She balances her literary pursuits with her professional work in mental health, where she supports individuals struggling with addiction. Her unique perspective as both a caregiver and a storyteller enriches her narratives, making her an important voice in contemporary literature.
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Lena Schätte won the Ingeborg-Bachmann Prize for her poignant writing on friendship and social issues.
Kultur: die neusten MeldungenLena Schätte impressed the jury and audience at the 50th Bachmann Prize in Klagenfurt.
Bachmann-Preis-Siegerin Lena Schätte: Zarter Stoff, geschrieben in Minuten - LiteraturLena Schätte is awarded the Ingeborg Bachmann Prize by the jury in Klagenfurt.
News am Abend - Nachrichten vom 28. Juni 2026 - PolitikLena Schätte expressed her excitement and nervousness about participating in the event, comparing it to the Eurovision Song Contest.
Bachmann-Preis für Lena Schätte: Eine solche Siegerin haben sie dort nie gesehen - KulturLena Schätte has written an incredibly good novel about growing up with an alcoholic father.
Die großartige Schriftstellerin Lena Schätte und ihr Familienroman über Alkoholismus - Kultur

















