Wendy McGrath

Wendy McGrath (she/her) is a Métis poet, writer, and artist living in amiskwacîwâskahikan (Edmonton). Winner of the inaugural Prairie Grindstone Prize, McGrath’s writing embraces multiple genres. Her latest poetry collection, The Beauty of Vultures, (NeWest Press April 2025) is inspired by and includes the bird/wildlife photography of Danny Miles, drummer for the band ‘July Talk.’ Her most recent chapbook/artist’s book, The Orange Scribbler (Jack Pine Press 2023) is a hybrid work inspired by heirloom family recipes. She has collaborated with visual artists and musicians, exploring the relationships between genres. 

McGrath has published four novels, two poetry collections, and two chapbooks/artist’s books which explore a range of forms and approaches. Broke City, the final book in her Santa Rosa Trilogy, continues her exploration of the prairie gothic. 

She has collaborated with visual artists and musicians to explore the relationships between genres. She is an established member of the writing community, enriching it through mentoring, teaching, and engaging in literary events.