Billie Livingston
Billie Livingston is a Canadian novelist, short story writer, essayist, and poet. Born in Hamilton, Ontario, she grew up in Toronto and Vancouver. Her work often explores themes of vulnerability, poverty, and the complexities of family love, frequently featuring characters on the fringes of society. She has received numerous accolades, including the Writers' Trust Engel/Findley Award, and her work has been adapted for film.
Awards
["Writers' Trust Engel/Findley Award (2017)", 'Danuta Gleed Literary Award (2011)', "CBC's Bookie Award (2011)"]
Notable Works
['Going Down Swinging', 'The Chick at the Back of the Church', 'Cease to Blush', 'Greedy Little Eyes', 'One Good Hustle', 'The Trouble with Marlene', 'The Crooked Heart of Mercy']
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