Anne Michaels Wins 2022 Giller Prize

Toronto Author and Poet Wins Prestigious Literary Award

Michaels' Novel "The Winter Vault" Explores Themes of Loss, Grief, and Memory

Anne Michaels, a renowned Toronto author and poet, has been awarded the prestigious 2022 Giller Prize. Michaels was recognized for her novel "The Winter Vault," which explores themes of loss, grief, memory, and the search for connection in the face of adversity.

The Giller Prize is one of Canada's most prestigious literary awards, recognizing excellence in fiction. Michaels is the first woman to win the Giller Prize twice, having previously won in 1996 for her novel "Fugitive Pieces."

"The Winter Vault" is Michaels' sixth novel. It follows the story of a woman named Janie who is grieving the loss of her husband. As she struggles to cope with her grief, she delves into her family history and the complex relationship between memory and loss.