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'''Jess Fernandes''' is an Indian [[Konkani language|Konkani]] writer and poet. He is a recipient of the [[Sahitya Akademi Award]] and is recognized for his contributions to Konkani literature, particularly in the [[Roman script]].<ref name="TOI61991093">{{cite news |title=Six Konkani stalwarts to be awarded by DKA |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/goa/six-konkani-stalwarts-to-be-awarded-by-dka/articleshow/61991093.cms |work=[[The Times of India]] |date=9 December 2017 |access-date=2024-12-26}}</ref><ref name="Daijiworld70046">{{cite news |title=Panaji: Konkani Writer Jess Fernandes' New Book Released |url=https://www.daijiworld.com/news/newsDisplay.aspx?newsID=70046 |work=Daijiworld |date=10 April 2010 |access-date=2024-12-26}}</ref><br />
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== Literary career ==<br />
Fernandes is a prolific author in Konkani literature. In April 2010, his collection of poems titled ''Kirvontt'' was released in [[Panaji]]. The book was previously selected for the [[Sahitya Akademi Award]] for Konkani in 2009.<ref name="Daijiworld70046" /><br />
In 2024, Fernandes authored a book titled ''Vontth Mhoje Kristak Gaitat'' (transl. {{lang|kok-Latn|My Lips Sing for Christ}}). The book launch was held at the [[Tiatr Academy of Goa]] in Panaji and was organized by the [[Dalgado Konknni Akademi]] (DKA). The work focuses on religious themes centered on the life and teachings of [[Jesus Christ]].<ref name="GTBookLaunch">{{cite web |title=Book launch of Jess Fernandes' 'Vontth Mhoje Kristak Gaitat' |url=https://www.gomantaktimes.com/my-goa/things-to-do/book-launch-of-jess-fernandes-vontth-mhoje-kristak-gaitat |website=[[Gomantak Times]] |access-date=2024-12-26}}</ref><br />
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== Awards and recognition ==<br />
Fernandes has received several honors for his literary work:<br />
Sahitya Akademi Award (2009): Conferred for his poetry collection ''Kirvontt''.<ref name="Daijiworld70046" /><br />
Dalgado Sahityik Puraskar (2017): Awarded by the Dalgado Konknni Akademi in recognition of his standing as a veteran writer and his significant contributions to Konkani literature.<ref name="TOI61991093" /><br />
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