Dao Strom is a writer and musician based in Portland, Oregon. She was born in Viet Nam and grew up in the northern California Sierra Nevada foothills. She is the author of Grass Roof, Tin Roof and The Gentle Order of Girls and Boys
Dao Strom is a writer and musician based in Portland, Oregon. She was born in Viet Nam and grew up in the northern California Sierra Nevada foothills. She is the author of Grass Roof, Tin Roof and The Gentle Order of Girls and Boys
Q&A Session with 2026 Dublin Literary Award shortlisted author Brigitte Giraud, author of Live Fast, exploring the inspirations behind her novel.
VideoMay 12 2026
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
VideoMay 8 2026
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.
