Nobel literature jury may go for non-Western writer

With such a predominance of Western laureates, how can the Nobel be considered one of the world's most prestigious literary prizes? Photo: AP

The Nobel Prize in Literature has honoured predominantly Western writers since it was first awarded in 1901, but the Swedish Academy may shine its spotlight further afield this year, experts say.

With no official shortlist, speculation is rife on who the Nobel committee will settle on, with their decision due to be revealed on Thursday.