In this new book its author makes a statement about what words mean to him. ”Words in Ireland, if not always certain good, are definitely certain meaningful and sometimes certain loaded.” It is a forewarning for the reader on how to approach this book of essays, reviews and articles by Hugh McFadden, for words also...
THE LIMERICK WRITERS’ CENTRE is pleased to announce the launch of Organic Words by writer and literary critic Hugh McFadden LIMERICK LAUNCH: Friday 31st May 2019 7.30pm – The White House Bar, O’Connell St., Limerick DUBLIN LAUNCH: Wed 5th June 2019 6.30pm – Rathmines Library, Lr. Rathmines Rd. Dublin 6.30pm Hugh McFadden is a poet...
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...
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...
Come join us on Sat 27th April, 2019 from 4 to 5 p.m. in the Winding Stair Bookshop, Ormond Quay, Dublin when Louis Bourne reads a poetry selection from his newly published book “The Thought of Seeing.” We believe you will find Dr. Bourne’s poetry to be both energetic and perceptive. Joining him for the...
the Limerick Writers’ Centre in association with the Limerick Soviet Centenary Committee present the launch of ‘Let Us Rise’ – an anthology commemorating the Limerick Soviet 1919 Sunday 28th April 2019 4.00pm The anthology will be launched by Ann McGee – President of Forsa Trade Union All Welcome – refreshments will be served. For two...
Write Now!: A Guide to Becoming a Writer is a helpful book. It is practical and covers a lot of ground. It begins with self-analysis – with a view to discovering if you have the personal qualities needed to fulfil your ambition to become a published author. Kieran Beville is a former teacher of English...
