Sink every impulse like a bolt. Secure The bastion of sensation. Do not waver Into language. Do not waver in it. Seamus Heaney

Popular Content Creators, Tadhg and Derry Fleming in conversation with the Radio Kerry presenter Deirdre Walsh. Exploring their creative processes, the changing landscape of social media, their attitude to success #ArtsCouncilsuppprted #failteireland Photo credit Ger Holland

‘Wild Waters’ author and renowned ecologist Richard Nairn reading and in conversation with poet Jane Clarke 🏞️ “a timely and deploy felt contribution to Irish natural history” ~ The Irish Times Photo Ger Holland #ArtsCouncilsupported #failteireland #lww

Halyna Budilova reading from ‘Giant Tales’ & ‘Tales of the Snow Giant’. In this event for young readers, the prolific Ukrainian children's author Halyna Budliova took her audience on an imaginative and interactive journey Event sponsored by NEWKD. Photo Credit Ger Holland

'Landscape and Memory in the Novels of Maurice Walsh' by Deirdre Serjeantson. This lecture, by the distinguished University of Cambridge scholar Deirdre Serjeantson, offered an overview of a selection of the novels of the Listowel writer Maurice Walsh. Photo credit Ger Holland

Poetry as Gaeilge:by Caitriona Ní Chleirchín & Laoighseach Ní Choistealbha. two exceptional Irish language poets, both of whom, together with distinct lyrical and bilingual powers, possess a compelling in memory of Michael Hartnett, takes place in partnership with Poetry Ireland

Looking back Writers' Week 2024, and it was a most enjoyable experience. Long may it continue to prosper. Thanks to Martin Dyar Simone Langemann Ger Holland and all the fantastic staff, artists, guests and sponsors.

Book launch: ‘Autumn Blooms’ by Cyril Kelly, Paddy Glavin, and John Fitzgerald ‘Autumn Blooms a selection of stories, poetry and parables’ is a collection of writings by a trio of native Listowel sons: Paddy Glavin, Cyril Kelly and John Fitzgerald. #lww Photo Credit Ger Holland

A marvellous exploration of the work & life of Winifred M. Letts - poet, playwright, novelist, suffragist. The first poem I chose for Windfall Hachette Ireland anthology Irish nature poetry was her WW1 poem 'Dead'. Claire Cunningham Lucy Collins Dr. Edel Hanley rte.ie/radio/lyricfm/…

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⭐️Listowel Writers’ Week Awards 2024⭐️ Writers' Week The Wordwell Group Dedalus Press Publishing Ireland booksirelandmagazine.com/listowel-write… via Books Ireland

Black and Irish: ‘Legends, Trailblazers and Everyday Heroes’ with Leon Diop and Briana Fitzsimons in conversation with Martin Dyar. ‘An informative tribute to Black Irish hero’s past and present with hopeful messages for those yet to come’ ~ Kirkus Reviews Photos: Ger Holland

‘The Madonna Effect” Comedy panel with the brilliant Barbara Scully, Orla O’Doherty and Val Troy on the last evening of events during Writers’ Week 2024, exploring the theme ‘reinvention as you age’. Photo Credit Ger Holland #artscouncilsupported #failteireland #lww

Readings by Rachael English & Sinéad Gleeson, two acclaimed writers whose most recent books, ‘Whatever Happened to Birdy Troy’ and ‘Hagstone’ consider the value of art in personal and societal terms. Hosted by Sean Carlson Photo Credit Ger Holland Venue The Listowel Arms Hotel

🎉WE'RE HIRING🎉 📚Interested in this role? 📚Would you like to be the Curator of Ireland's Oldest Literary Festival? For more information on this role please contact [email protected] #artscouncilsupported #kerrycountycouncil #failteireland

"Writers Week is here at the Milwaukee Irish Festival! Join us for a weekend full of storytelling, culture, and creativity. 📚☘️ #failteireland #kerrygroup #milwaukeeirishfest

Day 3 at Milwaukee Irish Fest with the incredible Listowel Writers' Week crew! Soaking up the sunshine, music, arts, and culture—Irish spirit at its best! ☀️🎶✍️ #MKEIrishFest #kerrygroup #failteireland

Writers’ Week had the privilege of meeting the Irish Ambassador Geraldine Byrne Nason at Milwaukee Irish Festival #milwakeeirishfest #failteireland #kerrygroup