Maialen Aizpiolea Martikorena (1981, Donostia, Gipuzkoa) is a writer who stands out in the field of Basque-language literature, particularly in short fiction. Her work is part of Basque-language narrative, and her works have been awarded in competitions organized for young writers.
Aizpiolea writes in Basque as a narrator, and her contributions are notable in promoting works by young authors. Her writing, characterized by a clean and meticulous style, has captured the attention of both readers and critics, especially in the short story format.
Throughout her career, she has received the Urruzuno narrative prize twice, an award organized by the Basque Government for young people that promotes literary creation in Basque. These two awards highlight the strength and continuity of her literary voice, securing her a place in the Basque literary , particularly among younger generations.