Jackie Kay

Jackie Kay

Jackie Kay was born in Edinburgh in 1961 and grew up in Glasgow. She has written all her life. Several of her adult poetry collections have won or been shortlisted for awards across the board. Her first novel Trumpet won the Author's Club First Novel Award and the Guardian Fiction Prize. Her first novel for children, Strawgirl, a lyrical slice of magical realism, was a huge critical success. Jackie lives in Manchester with her son.

Sophie Jonathan
 


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Sophie Jonathan
Sophie Jonathan commented
Thursday 10th May 2012 12:37
It should be displaying in the Kindle Store and with other online ebook retailers.
Bingo Bongo
Bingo Bongo commented
Wednesday 2nd May 2012 11:15
Where do I get Waterland for 99p? Amazon is not displaying a reduction.
Sarah Blake
 

Jackie Kay tell us about the meaning of 'Fiere' and the inspiration behind her beautiful poem.