Kalinda Ashton is an Australian writer based in Melbourne, Victoria. She is the author of the 2009 novel The Danger Game and was joint winner of the 2012 Sydney Morning Herald best young novelist award and a Betty Trask award in the UK.
Kalinda Ashton is an Australian writer based in Melbourne, Victoria. She is the author of the 2009 novel The Danger Game and was joint winner of the 2012 Sydney Morning Herald best young novelist award and a Betty Trask award in the UK.
Q&A Session with 2026 Dublin Literary Award shortlisted author Brigitte Giraud, author of Live Fast, exploring the inspirations behind her novel.
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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.
