Her debut novel, “Lotët e një gruaje” (A Woman’s Tears), earned her the finalist title and will be officially recognized during a gala ceremony on October 4, 2025, in Hollywood, hosted by Nim Stant, founder of the Impakt Book Awards.

Based on the true story of an Albanian woman, the novel has resonated with a global readership and has been translated into English and French. It entered international literary competition through the powerful platform Amazon.com, where it has received top acclaim, including a 5-star “Top Rated” ranking from hundreds of U.S. readers.

This recognition marks a milestone not only for Pëllumbi but also for Albanian literature, as she becomes the first Albanian woman author to be honored in Hollywood with a literary work.

“It is a novel filled with pain and tears, yet impossible to put down once you begin reading,” readers sat in reviews that have propelled the book to prominence.

In addition to A Woman’s Tears, Blerina Pëllumbi has authored five other works across various genres, including “Kristale të thyera” (Broken Crystals) – a poetry collection exploring human resilience and emotional depth; “Përdhunimi i shpirtit” (The Rape of the Soul) – a powerful novel based on true events, dealing with psychological trauma, “Njerëz që ngjasojnë me diellin” (People Who Resemble the Sun) – a novel of real-life stories and personal inspiration; “Psikologji dhe ndjenjë” (Psychology and Emotion) – a collection of prose weaving together psychological insight and human feeling; “Sa peshon një zemër” (How Much Does a Heart Weigh) – a novella drawn from a true story

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