Gautam Malkani is a journalist and the author of the novel Londonstani. He has worked for The Financial Times on its UK news desk in London, at the Washington bureau, and was an associate editor on the FT Weekend Magazine, after a spell on the newspaper’s Business Life section.
Gautam Malkani is a journalist and the author of the novel Londonstani. He has worked for The Financial Times on its UK news desk in London, at the Washington bureau, and was an associate editor on the FT Weekend Magazine, after a spell on the newspaper’s Business Life section.
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
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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.
