Elizabeth Hay, writer (born at Owen Sound, Ontario 1951). Elizabeth Hay grew up in what she calls “small town Ontario.” She attended the UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO, and spent a number of years as a broadcaster for the CBC. Travel and her work as a journalist took Hay to Yellowknife, Winnipeg, Toronto, Latin America, and New York City before she settled in Ottawa. She has also taught creative writing at universities in Canada and the United States.
Elizabeth Hay, writer (born at Owen Sound, Ontario 1951). Elizabeth Hay grew up in what she calls “small town Ontario.” She attended the UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO, and spent a number of years as a broadcaster for the CBC. Travel and her work as a journalist took Hay to Yellowknife, Winnipeg, Toronto, Latin America, and New York City before she settled in Ottawa. She has also taught creative writing at universities in Canada and the United States.
We’re pleased to share the final instalment in our shortlisted author Q&A series: a conversation with Brigitte Giraud, author of Live Fast, exploring the inspirations behind the novel and reflecting o
VideoMay 12 2026
Laurent Binet – Perspective(s) Q&A
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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.
VideoMay 5 2026
Magdalena Blažević – In Late Summer Q&A
Check out our Q&A with Magdalena Blažević, author of the 2026 shortlisted novel In Late Summer where she explores the influences behind the book and reflects on how libraries have shaped her life as a
