Diane Cook is a novelist and short story writer. Her collection, Man v. Nature was shortlisted for the Guardian First Book Award and the L.A. Times Book Prize. Her stories have appeared in Harper’s, Tin House and Granta, and in the anthology Best American Short Stories. The New Wilderness is her debut novel.
Diane Cook is a novelist and short story writer. Her collection, Man v. Nature was shortlisted for the Guardian First Book Award and the L.A. Times Book Prize. Her stories have appeared in Harper’s, Tin House and Granta, and in the anthology Best American Short Stories. The New Wilderness is her debut novel.
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.
