Jann Arden to Host the 2019 Scotiabank Giller Prize Gala
Jann Arden to Host the 2019 Scotiabank Giller Prize Gala November 11, 2019 On Monday, November 18, 2019, at 9:00 p.m. ET, Jann Arden will host the 2019 Scotiabank Giller [...]
How to Tune in to the 2019 Scotiabank Giller Prize Gala
There are a number of ways to tune in to the live broadcast of the 2019 Scotiabank Giller Prize gala hosted by Jann Arden on Monday, November 18, 2019, at 9:00 p.m. ET.
You’re Invited to the 2019 Giller Light Bash
The Giller Light Bash is an annual event that celebrates the Scotiabank Giller Prize while raising funds for Frontier College, a national charitable literacy organization founded in 1899.
Why You Should Attend the 2019 Between the Pages Tour
Between the Pages: An Evening with the Scotiabank Giller Prize Finalists will take you inside the minds and creative lives of the writers on the 2019 shortlist including David Bezmozgis, Megan Gail Coles, Michael Crummey, Alix Ohlin, Steven Price and Ian Williams.
How to Read the 2019 Scotiabank Giller Prize Shortlist Before the Winner Announcement
In case you missed it, we announced the 2019 Scotiabank Giller Prize shortlist yesterday. We are overwhelmed by the incredible feedback we have been receiving. It truly is a wonderful example of the amazing talent we have in Canada. Every year, we hear from many readers that their goal is to finish the entire shortlist before the winner announcement. We want to help you reach this goal!
From Page to Screen: Scotiabank Giller Prize Books Transformed into Films
Since 1994, the Scotiabank Giller Prize has been celebrating Canadian literature. Over the years, some of these nominated novels have been turned into films and enjoyed by international audiences. Here is our round-up of Scotiabank Giller Prize nominated books that have been turned into films.
Introducing the 2019 Scotiabank Giller Prize Jury
The 2019 jury members are: Canadian authors Donna Bailey Nurse and Randy Boyagoda (jury chair), Canadian playwright José Teodoro, Scottish-Sierra Leonean author Aminatta Forna and Bosnian-American author Aleksandar (Sasha) Hemon.
Esi Edugyan is the Winner of the 2018 Scotiabank Giller Prize
Esi Edugyan has been named the winner of the $100,000 Scotiabank Giller Prize for her novel Washington Black, published by Patrick Crean Editions. The announcement was made this evening at a black-tie dinner and award ceremony hosted by Canadian comedian, television personality and author Rick Mercer and attended by nearly 500 members of the publishing, media and arts communities.
Introducing the Jack Rabinovitch Reading Room
Please join us in bringing the Jack Rabinovitch Reading Room to life. As we approach the 25th Anniversary of the Scotiabank Giller Prize, the Toronto Public Library Foundation is now accepting donations from anyone who would like to be part of this innovative literary space, and contribute a gift in Jack’s memory.