Under the Keel

MICHAEL CRUMMEY is the author of thirteen books of fiction and poetry. His latest novel, The Adversary, was the winner of the 2025 International Dublin Literary Award. His work has been published in a dozen countries and has won or been a finalist for many Canadian and international awards, including the Giller Prize, the Governor General's Award, the Commonwealth Prize, and the Raddall Atlantic Fiction Award. His most recent poetry collection, Passengers, was published by Anansi in 2022.

“These poems are striking not only for Crummey's skilful use of language and imagery, but for his ability to capture small moments that will be immediately recognizable to most readers. Tender but also at times chilling... the faces [Under the Keel] conjures are hauntingly engaging, and the sentiments it conveys echo long after the end has been reached.” — Liz Worth, Quill and Quire