The novel, published last fall, is only the second book in translation that has won the contest in 23 years.
Timothy Garton Ash wins 2024 Lionel Gelber Prize
The $50,000 award, presented annually by the University of Toronto’s Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy, is given to the top book on international affairs published in English.
Alicia Elliott longlisted for 2024 Women’s Prize for Fiction
The shortlist for this year’s prize will be announced next month.
Shortlist announced for 2023 BMO Winterset Award
The winner will be announced on March 14.
Longlist announced for 2023 BMO Winterset Award
The $12,500 annual award celebrates excellence in Newfoundland and Labrador writing.
Journalist and author Brandi Morin wins 2024 Freedom to Read Award
On January 10, Morin was arrested in Edmonton while trying to cover a police raid to clear an encampment of unhoused Indigenous people. She was charged with obstructing a peace officer, and supporters have created a GoFundMe fundraiser for her legal fees.
Five Canadian books among finalists for Libby Book Awards
Finalists were nominated by a panel of librarians and will be voted on by librarians and library workers across North America. Winners will be announced on March 12.
Hilary Peach wins 2023 Edna Staebler Award for Creative Non-Fiction
Peach won the $10,000 prize for her memoir Thick Skin: Field Notes from a Sister in the Brotherhood.
Naomi Klein longlisted for inaugural Women’s Prize for Non-fiction
The shortlist for the £30,000 ($50,900 CAD) prize will be announced on March 27.