Author and Mississippi native Ellen Gilchrist, left, speaks with University of Mississippi freshmen Raney-Mills Turner from Jackson, Miss., at a reception for incoming freshmen in this Aug. 18, 2000, file photo. Gilchrist is joining the University of Arkansas faculty as an associate professor of creative writing, Robert Brinkmeyer, chair of the English department, said on Monday, May 14, 2001. (AP Photo/Robert Jordan)
Ellen Gilchrist
Ellen Gilchrist (1935–2024) was an American novelist, short story writer, and poet renowned for her sharp, humorous, and unsentimental portrayals of Southern life. She achieved major literary success later in life, publishing her first collection of stories at age 46. Gilchrist is best remembered for her National Book Award-winning collection Victory Over Japan and her recurring cast of headstrong, often autobiographical female characters.
Ellen Gilchrist (1935–2024) was an American novelist, short story writer, and poet renowned for her sharp, humorous, and unsentimental portrayals of Southern life. She achieved major literary success later in life, publishing her first collection of stories at age 46. Gilchrist is best remembered for her National Book Award-winning collection Victory Over Japan and her recurring cast of headstrong, often autobiographical female characters.
Watch 2026 Dublin Literary Award winner, Ali Smith, and author Belinda McKeon in conversation, which took place on 22nd May 2026 at the Dublin International Literature Festival
VideoAugust 27 2026
2026 Dublin Literary Award Ceremony
Watch back the 2026 Dublin Literary Award Ceremony which took place on 21st May 2026
NewsMay 21 2026
2026 Dublin Literary Award Winner Revealed
Discover this year's winner!
VideoMay 16 2026
Brigitte Giraud – Live Fast Q&A
Q&A Session with 2026 Dublin Literary Award shortlisted author Brigitte Giraud, author of Live Fast, exploring the inspirations behind her novel.
