Australian author Helen Garner has won the prestigious Baillie Gifford Prize for Non-Fiction for her captivating collection of diaries, titled 'How to End a Story'. This remarkable achievement marks a significant moment in her literary career, as she expressed her astonishment and gratitude in a live-streamed speech from her Melbourne home. Garner's work, valued at $AU100,000, has been hailed as a masterpiece, despite her initial doubts about its prize-worthy nature. The judges, including Rachel Lloyd, deputy culture editor of The Economist, praised the volume's ability to weave together shimmering fragments into a scintillating whole. They highlighted her reflections on motherhood, marriage, and the art of writing, making the diaries remarkably readable and fluid. This win is a testament to Garner's talent and the enduring appeal of personal narratives, leaving readers eager to explore her unique perspective.
