Kieran Beville – Proud Limerick-man and former teacher of English Literature – continues in this second article of a three part series on Irish writers, notably Limerick authors, showcasing their immense contribution to Ireland’s rich literary heritage. This week the focus is on our novelists. Limerick people may rightly be proud of their past literary...
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An Island of Scribes and Bards by Kieran Beville. Part 1 – the Big Picture
Kieran Beville – Proud Limerick-man and former teacher of English Literature – begins a three part series on Irish writers and notably Limerick authors, showcasing their immense contribution to Ireland’s rich literary heritage. It seems that every other person in Ireland is a writer or an aspiring writer. This is reflected in the ever-increasing number...
Write Now: A Guide to Becoming a Writer – Kieran Beville. REVIEW BY JOHN LIDDY
Kieran Beville opens his book with the appropriate chapter heading, Making a Start, and some advice from Stephen King: “The scariest moment is always just before you start.” This is about getting oneself to sit and face the blank page. Not an easy task, as most writers will confirm but a necessary one in order...
April is Poetry Month in Limerick 2025
The Limerick Writers’ Centre Presents April is Poetry Month in Limerick 2025. During the 30 days of April, with over 13 events and over 27 performers, Limerick’s annual poetry festival April is Poetry Month in Limerick returns. Once again poetry will echo in the streets and intimate venues of this historic city of Limerick. Long...


