Morgan Murray’s acclaimed debut novel, Dirty Birds, which begins in Saskatchewan, is now available as an audiobook, narrated by renowned Canadian actor David Ferry. Audiobooks have been increasing in popularity recently, but few independently published books get audio versions due to cost. However, thanks to Dirty Birds success—including a string of nominations and awards, including… Continue reading Morgan Murray’s Dirty Birds Now Available as Audiobook
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Morgan Murray’s Saskatchewan-Based Dirty Birds Named to Leacock Medal Shortlist
On Monday the three finalists for the prestigious Stephen Leacock Medal for Humour were announced. The list includes a Companion of the Order of Canada (Thomas King for Indians on Vacation) and a previous winner (Joseph Kertes for Last Impressions), along with first time novelist Morgan Murray for his Saskatchewan-based satirical novel Dirty Birds. “I… Continue reading Morgan Murray’s Saskatchewan-Based Dirty Birds Named to Leacock Medal Shortlist
Morgan Murray’s Saskatchewan-Based Dirty Birds up for Three Atlantic Book Awards
On Friday evening (April 16th, 2021), it was announced the satirical novel is a finalist for a remarkable three Atlantic Book Awards, including the APMA Best Atlantic-Published Book Award, the Margaret and John Savage First Book Award for Fiction, and the Thomas Raddall Atlantic Fiction Award—one of the richest literary prizes in the country with… Continue reading Morgan Murray’s Saskatchewan-Based Dirty Birds up for Three Atlantic Book Awards
Saskatchewan-Based Novel a Finalist for the Leacock Medal for Humour
It’s been a busy few days for Morgan Murray’s debut novel, Dirty Birds. After being named a finalist for three Atlantic Book Awards on Friday, it was announced Monday that Dirty Birds is also a finalist for two national book awards: the Stephen Leacock Medal for Humour and the ReLit Awards. Since its release this… Continue reading Saskatchewan-Based Novel a Finalist for the Leacock Medal for Humour
Morgan Murray’s Debut Novel Dirty Birds Longlisted for Canada Reads
Morgan Murray’s debut novel Dirty Birds, which begins in Saskatchewan, has been longlisted for the 20th season of CBC’s popular show Canada Reads. Canada Reads, CBC’s annual “battle of the books,” has been getting people excited about books for the past 18 years. Every book that has won Canada Reads has become a national bestseller.… Continue reading Morgan Murray’s Debut Novel Dirty Birds Longlisted for Canada Reads
Acclaimed Novel Has Saskatchewan Roots
The protagonist of Morgan Murray’s acclaimed debut novel, Dirty Birds, like Murray, has Saskatchewan roots. Dirty Birds is a satirical novel that tells the story of Milton Ontario—not to be confused with Milton, Ontario—and his pursuit of fame, fortune, love, and the meaning of life as he moves from his parents’ basement the fictional small… Continue reading Acclaimed Novel Has Saskatchewan Roots
Obituaries: Murray Gilles
March 18, 1958 ~ August 2, 2020 (age 62) It is with heavy hearts that the family of Murray Gilles announce his passing on Sunday, August 2, 2020 at the age of 62 years. Murray will be remembered by his beloved wife Betty, daughter Kristen & grandson Cameron, along with his many extended family and friends. Due to… Continue reading Obituaries: Murray Gilles