●●●●● The novel is set in a post-apocalyptic Ireland, where people are few and far between. Zombie-like beings called ‘skrake’ ravage the emerald isle and prey on all life. The towns are derelict, most wildlife has either fled or died … Continue reading Last Ones Left Alive // Review An Irish début that will keep you up until all hours.
Why do you choose the books you choose and what factors influence these decisions? Sometimes, the choice can be almost whimsical, other times you eagerly hunt down the particular book. The odd time, books are so vehemently recommended that you … Continue reading Choosing your next paperback Originally Published in Print Febuary 2019
Next time you are faced with the dilemma between buying books from companies such as Amazon or chain bookshops, or shopping in a local, independent bookshop, think about a future you could unintentionally be supporting. The first Irish Book Week … Continue reading An Ode to Independent Bookshops Why Shop Local?
What’s The Rooney Prize for Irish Literature? It’s a prestigious award given annually to an emerging Irish writer. Trinity College and the former US Ambassador to Ireland, the late Dr. Daniel Rooney are responsible for the prize. Previous winners include: … Continue reading Caitriona Lally, ‘Eggshells’ and the 2018 Rooney Prize for Irish Literature Caitriona Lally talks about the art and craft of writing, maps and her debut novels ‘Eggshells’
Three Things About Elsie has an unconventional narrator. Meet 84-year-old Florence Claybourne. She lives in a nursing home with her best friend Elsie. The novel opens with Florence lying on the floor. She’s fallen over and is waiting for someone … Continue reading Meditations on life and friendship: Three Things about Elsie by Joanna Cannon A book to read in one sitting. It will warm your soul and make you cry … Elsie, Jack and Flo will not leave your imagination for quite some time after reading the heart wrenching final pages.
The book: For a thought-provoking and fast read, look no further than Trinity alumna Sally Rooney’s Conversations With Friends. The book follows 21-year-old Frances, an English student at Trinity College who has an affair with an older married man. It … Continue reading A Book, A Nook, A Cup: Autumn in Dublin Get cosy
Vanessa Fox O’Loughlin is a notable author, literary agent, and the founder of The Inkwell Group. She is also the founder of writing.ie, a website dedicated to all things writing-related. These are only a few of her many accomplishments in … Continue reading From the Inkwell: Interview with Vanessa Fox O’Loughlin Read. Read. Read. Write. Write. Write. Edit. Edit. Edit.
A Book: Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance by Robert M. Pirsig is a probing philosophical essay wrapped up neatly in a story about a father and son travelling across America by motorbike. This book will resonate in your mind … Continue reading A Book, A Nook, A Cup — Eze
What was the best Bloomsday Celebration in Dublin 2017? This year passed with an exceptional number of events, tours and tastings planned in honour of the Dublin literary legend: James Joyce. You don’t need to have read Ulysses to … Continue reading Highlights: Bloomsday Celebrations Dublin 2017
The first of a series of articles dedicated to reading, exploring and drinking, I’m taking a look at what the French Riviera has to offer bookworms. In each article we will choose a book, a nice place to read it and a … Continue reading A Book, A Nook, A Cup — on the French Riviera