Gino Leineweber, born in 1944, has been a prominent figure in the literary world since 1998, working as a poet, writer, and translator. He has made significant contributions to the literary community, particularly in Hamburg, Germany, and Rhodes, Greece. He led the Hamburg Authors’ Association (H.A.V.) for twelve years. His leadership was recognized when he was appointed as honorary chairman in 2015. In between, he served as the editor of the magazine Buddhistische Monatsblätter (B.M.) for six years.
From 2013 to 2020, Gino Leineweber’s leadership was instrumental as he served as the president of the Three Seas Writers’ and Translators’ Council (TSWTC), based in Rhodes, Greece. His influence continues to be felt as he currently holds a board member position in the P.E.N. Center German-Speaking Authors Abroad (formerly German Exile P.E.N.).
Gino Leineweber’s literary prowess extends beyond borders. He is a published author of non-fiction (travel writing and biographies) and poetry, with his poetic works resonating in numerous languages and earning him prestigious international awards. His linguistic versatility is evident as he writes in both German and American English, and since 2016, he has also been translating prose and poetry from English.
He lives in Hamburg, Germany and Vietri sul Mare, Italy.
Further informations: www.gino-leineweber.de