Candy Gourlay facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Candy Gourlay
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Gourlay in 2013
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| Born | Maria Cristina Lopez Quimpo Davao City, Philippines |
| Occupation | Journalist, writer |
| Nationality | British, Filipino |
| Alma mater | Ateneo de Manila University, 1984 Saint Theresa's College of Quezon City, 1980 |
| Period | 2010–present (fiction) |
| Genre | Children's Books, Fiction, Middle Grade, Teen Novels, Young Adult |
| Notable works | Tall Story (2010), Shine (2013) |
| Notable awards | Crystal Kite Prize for Europe 2014 National Children's Book Award of the Philippines 2012 Crystal Kite Prize for Europe 2011 |
| Spouse | Richard Gourlay |
| Children | 3 |
Candy Gourlay (born Maria Cristina Lopez Quimpo) is an amazing author and journalist. She was born in the Philippines and now lives in the United Kingdom. Her first book, Tall Story, was nominated for the famous Carnegie Medal.
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About Candy Gourlay
Candy Gourlay grew up in the Philippines. She loves telling stories that connect with young readers. Her books often explore themes of identity and belonging.
Her Start as a Journalist
Before writing novels, Candy Gourlay was a journalist. From 1984 to 1989, she worked in the Philippines. She wrote for a newspaper called Mr & Ms Special Edition. This newspaper was important because it spoke out against a powerful leader. It helped bring about big changes in the country.
Candy also worked for other newspapers and magazines. She even reported from London for a news service. Later, she helped create a radio show for the BBC. It was about how Filipino people moving abroad affected their families.
Becoming a Children's Author
Candy Gourlay is best known for her exciting books for young people. Her first novel, Tall Story, came out in 2010. It quickly won several awards. These included the National Children's Book Award of the Philippines. It also won the Crystal Kite Award in the UK. Many other awards shortlisted Tall Story. This means it was chosen as one of the best books of the year.
Her second book, Shine, was released in 2013. It was also very popular. Shine won the Crystal Kite Award again in 2014.
In 2018, she published Bone Talk. This book was also nominated for major awards. These included the Costa Book Award and the Carnegie Medal. Her latest book, Wild Song, came out in 2023. Candy Gourlay's stories often take readers on adventures. They also help them learn about different cultures and experiences.
Books by Candy Gourlay
- Hinabing Gunita (Woven Memories): Filipinos in the United Kingdom (2004)
- Animal Tricksters (2010)
- Tall Story (2010)
- Shine (2013)
- Bone Talk (2018)
- Wild Song (2023)
