Michael Winter

Although Michael Winter was born in England, he grew up and still spends his summers in Newfoundland, and the province serves as a backdrop for his five novels, one nonfiction book and three collections of short stories. Winter has served on theScotiabankGiller Prize jury and beenlonglistedandshortlistedfor the prize. Winter won theCBCShort Story Prize in 2004. Like the main character inMinister Without Portfolio, he restored an old house in anoutportvillage. Michael Winter's novelMinister Without Portfoliowas defended byAdam Copelandon Canada Reads 2016.

Books by Michael Winter

Interviews

Labrador Morning46:02Canada Reads: A conversation with Michael Winter

Listen to the complete conversation with Michael Winter, author of Minister Without Portfolio, recorded live from the Lawrence O'Brien Arts Centre

Michael Winter's Labrador visit

9 years ago

Duration 2:46

Michael Winter's Labrador visit