Kim Thuy

Kim Thúy is coming to a venue near you with a career that has established her as one of the leading voices in contemporary Quebec literature. Born in Saigon, Vietnam, she settled in Quebec in the late 1970s after fleeing the country as a refugee. Her personal journey has profoundly shaped her writing, which explores themes of exile, identity, memory, family and belonging with remarkable sensitivity. Through her poetic and understated prose, Kim Thúy has earned international recognition as an important francophone author.

Throughout her career, Kim Thúy has published several acclaimed books, including Ru, Mãn, Vi, Em and Le secret des Vietnamiennes. Her debut novel, Ru, won the Governor General's Literary Award in 2010 and has been translated into more than 30 languages, introducing her work to readers around the world. Her books have received numerous literary honours and are widely studied in educational institutions. In addition to her writing, she frequently participates in literary festivals, public lectures and cultural events, where she shares her perspectives on literature, multiculturalism and the immigrant experience.

With her elegant storytelling and lasting contribution to Quebec and francophone literature, Kim Thúy continues to inspire readers across generations. Get your tickets today on Tickets.ca.