Patrick Evans is the author of six novels, including Bluffworld (2021) and Gifted (2010), which re-imagines the 1955 relationship between New Zealand writers Janet Frame and Frank Sargeson. His nonfiction work includes the funniest – very well, the only funny – study of New Zealand writing ever published, The Penguin History of New Zealand Literature (1990). He taught New Zealand literature and creative writing at the University of Canterbury until 2016.
Patrick Evans is the author of six novels, including Bluffworld (2021) and Gifted (2010), which re-imagines the 1955 relationship between New Zealand writers Janet Frame and Frank Sargeson. His nonfiction work includes the funniest – very well, the only funny – study of New Zealand writing ever published, The Penguin History of New Zealand Literature (1990). He taught New Zealand literature and creative writing at the University of Canterbury until 2016.
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.
