Jessica Grant is a member of Newfoundlands Burning Rock Collective (members include Michael Winter and Lisa Moore). Her first collection of short stories,Making Light of Tragedy, includes a story that won both the Western Magazine Award for Fiction and the Journey Prize.
Jessica Grant is a member of Newfoundlands Burning Rock Collective (members include Michael Winter and Lisa Moore). Her first collection of short stories,Making Light of Tragedy, includes a story that won both the Western Magazine Award for Fiction and the Journey Prize.
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.
