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Governor General's Literary Awards

As Canada’s national literary awards, the GGs represent the rich diversity of Canadian literature. Some 1,600 books are submitted each year from English and French-language publishers representing authors, translators and illustrators from across Canada, in seven categories.

About the GGs

Discover the winners and finalists!

Submission information for 2013