Deborah Willis

Monday, June 8th, 2009

I have posted a Q&A with Deborah Willis, author of the new story collection Vanishing, over on The Afterword.

Grammys drop Best Polka Album; The Hangover

Friday, June 5th, 2009

In today’s National Post, I talk to Canada’s polka king Walter Ostanek and others about the Grammy Awards’ decision to eliminate the category of Best Polka Album. Also, I review the new comedy The Hangover.

Griffin Poetry Prize; Carla Gunn

Thursday, June 4th, 2009

In today’s National Post, I report from last night’s Griffin Poetry Prize gala. Also in today’s paper: a profile of novelist Carla Gunn, author of Amphibian.

Griffin Poetry Prize readings

Wednesday, June 3rd, 2009

Over on The Afterword, I give a brief write-up of Tuesday night’s Griffin Poetry Prize readings.

Kevin Connolly; Griffin Poetry Prize; The Young Cons

Tuesday, June 2nd, 2009

In Tuesday’s National Post, I profile poet Kevin Connolly, a finalist for this year’s Griffin Poetry Prize. And for my Q&A’s with all the finalists, visit The Afterword. Also, I take a look at viral video Young Con Anthem; you can find a Q&A with Stiltz over on The Ampersand.