Kavirajamarga, written by Amoghavarsha I in the 9th century, is the earliest known work in Kannada literature.

Pampa, who lived in the 10th century, is considered the first major poet in Kannada literature.

Pampa Bharata, written by Pampa, is known for its intricate and ornate style of writing.

Vaddaradhane, written by Shivakotyacharya in the 10th century, is considered a landmark in Kannada literature for its use of simple and lucid language.

Ranna, who lived in the 10th century, is known for his contribution to the development of the 'Shatpadi' meter in Kannada poetry.

Ragale, written by Harihara in the 12th century, is considered the first major prose work in Kannada literature.

Ragale, written by Harihara in the 12th century, is known for its satirical and humorous tone.

Harihara, who lived in the 12th century, is considered the last major poet of the Chalukya period in Kannada literature.

Vachana Sahitya, a collection of short prose pieces, is known for its focus on the lives of ordinary people and their struggles.

Basavanna, who lived in the 12th century, is considered the founder of the Vachana Sahitya movement in Kannada literature.

Vachana Sahitya, a collection of short prose pieces, is known for its philosophical and religious teachings.

Ragale, written by Harihara in the 12th century, is considered a significant contribution to the development of Kannada prose.

Ranna, who lived in the 10th century, is known for his contribution to the development of the 'Champu' style in Kannada literature.

Pampa Bharata, written by Pampa in the 10th century, is considered a landmark in Kannada literature for its use of the 'Shatpadi' meter.

Harihara, who lived in the 12th century, is known for his contribution to the development of the 'Ragale' style in Kannada literature.