He is the only National Artist for Historical Literature.

All are National Artists for Literature except_____________.

He is recognized as one of the pioneers in writing modern Filipino short stories in English

He is the only Asian to win the the Pulitzer Prize in Journalism for his Articles on the World War II.

His works include: Likhang Dila, Likhang Diwa,

Balaybay, Mga Tulang Lunot at Manibalang

Sa Sariling Bayan, Apat na Dulang May Musika

“Agunyas sa Hacienda Luisita,” Pakikiramay.

Hi is also known as Rio Alma. Some of his works are Makinasyon, Peregrinasyon, Doktrinang Anakpawis, and Mga Retrato at Rekwerdo.

He is a short story writer and essayist, and considered as the country’s best writer of comic short stories.

He became U.P’s International-Writer-In-Residence and a member of the Board of Advisers of the U.P Creative Writing Center. Among his works are The Winds of April,

Seven Hills Away and The Bamboo Dancers.

Who are eligible to receive the Order of National Artist Award?

His pen name was de guerre Quijano de Manila. He is regarded by many as the most distinguished Filipino writer in English.

She was awarded the National Artist for Literature in 1999. She founded and directed the Silliman National Writers Workshop in Dumaguete City.

He was a publisher, lecturer on cultural issues, and founder of the Philippine chapter of the International Organization (PEN). Among his works are Po-on and Mass.

It is the highest national recognition given to Filipino writers who made significant contributions to the development of Philippine Literature.

He is considered as one of the finest contemporary poets regardless of race or language. One of his best works is Footnote to Youth.