Christian Gailly was born in 1943 in Belleville, France, close to Paris. Prior to becoming a writer he was a jazz saxophonist and then a psychoanalyst. Since 1987 he has published 11 novels
Christian Gailly was born in 1943 in Belleville, France, close to Paris. Prior to becoming a writer he was a jazz saxophonist and then a psychoanalyst. Since 1987 he has published 11 novels
Q&A Session with 2026 Dublin Literary Award shortlisted author Brigitte Giraud, author of Live Fast, exploring the inspirations behind her novel.
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Laurent Binet – Perspective(s) Q&A
Check out our Q&A with Laurent Binet, author of shortlisted title Perspective(s), as he discusses the inspirations behind his work and reflects on the role libraries have played in shaping his journey
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Ali Smith – Gliff Q&A
Shortlisted author Ali Smith discusses the creative inspirations behind Gliff and reflects on the significance of libraries throughout her reading and writing life in our latest Q&A.
