Writer and screenwriter, Aka Morchiladze (pen name of Giorgi Akhvlediani), is arguably the most recognized contemporary Georgian writer. He studied and later taught Georgian History at Tbilisi State University; later he wrote for sports newspapers. He has written more than 30 books. In 2005-2006 he was the producer and presenter of a popular TV program on literature. Several films and plays have been based on his works. Morchiladze has won numerous literary prizes in Georgia.
He was honorary spokesperson at the Georgia Guest of Honour opening ceremony at the Frankfurt Book Fair 2018. Morchiladze's works have been translated into many languages and are published in 13 countries.
He was honorary spokesperson at the Georgia Guest of Honour opening ceremony at the Frankfurt Book Fair 2018. Morchiladze's works have been translated into many languages and are published in 13 countries.
