
Sunday Independent (My Life in Books): Declan Lynch is the guest interviewee
Declan Lynch is the guest interviewee in the Sunday Independent's weekly 'My Life in Books' column.
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Declan Lynch is the guest interviewee in the Sunday Independent's weekly 'My Life in Books' column.

Full-page extract from Declan Lynch's Roll Away the Stone in the Sunday Independent.

Two-page interview with John Concannon in the Sunday Independent's Business section, covering his life, background, and the success of his business, as told in his memoir The Bucket Man.

Áine Kerr is joined by John Concannon on RTÉ Radio 1's 'The Business' to talk about his memoir The Bucket Man.

“I suppose that it keeps hammering at me, why didn't we slow down? Why didn't we take life easy? … But that was part of ‘Rory the Dynamo’.” Dónal Gallagher on his brother, in a cover feature by Guitarist editor Jamie Dickson, co-writer of Edged in Blue.

There have been four major books about Rory Gallagher, some good, some not so good. To be honest, they all pale into insignificance when compared to Edged In Blue … I doubt that I'll read a better book about a musician, this year.

Declan Lynch is the guest interviewee in the Sunday Independent's weekly 'My Life in Books' column.


Full-page extract from Declan Lynch's Roll Away the Stone in the Sunday Independent.

Podcast interview with Susan Bennett about One Year.

A wide-ranging profile of Colm Tóibín published in the Sunday Independent's Life magazine, in which the Enniscorthy-born novelist reflects on 'Brooklyn', his teaching in New York, and the pull of home. Timed to accompany his forthcoming appearance at the National Library of Ireland.

Promotion for the Jumping Off the Page comic book festival for children, at which Leona Forde and Karen Harte have a signing and event.

Recommendation in The Carrigdhoun.


'Séamus' mishaps and misfortune in search of stardom succeed in unlocking plenty of hilarity for readers aged eight-plus.'

'This is a playful picture book with a gentle message about recognising your own worth. The illustrations are full of warmth and personality.'

'This book is full of clever facts, nuggets of history, tales from Ireland… [as well as] incredible illustrations… there is definitely something for everyone.'

Review by Claire Hennessy: 'Karen Harte brings both humour and nuance to her first solo graphic novel and the mix of image and text is perfect for the subject matter … The satisfying mix of the trivial and serious in this book is, one imagines, something Wilde would approve of.'
Two-page interview with John Concannon in the Sunday Independent's Business section, covering his life, background, and the success of his business, as told in his memoir The Bucket Man.

Áine Kerr is joined by John Concannon on RTÉ Radio 1's 'The Business' to talk about his memoir The Bucket Man.

“I suppose that it keeps hammering at me, why didn't we slow down? Why didn't we take life easy? … But that was part of ‘Rory the Dynamo’.” Dónal Gallagher on his brother, in a cover feature by Guitarist editor Jamie Dickson, co-writer of Edged in Blue.

Miriam O'Callaghan interviews Carlo Gébler about his memoir of the last years of his mother Edna O'Brien.

Former Republic of Ireland manager Brian Kerr: “Donal has given all of Rory's fans a unique, sometimes hilarious and sometimes sad vision of life with the original of all Irish rock stars … The book brings me back to Rory's amazing live gigs which enthralled thousands for rarely less than 3 full hours.”

Extract from Mackey & Ring by Arthur James O'Dea.

Written piece by Arthur James O'Dea in the Irish Independent.

Piece about the effects of social media on Caroline Foran's mental health.

Podcast interview: "A beautiful, stunning book." — on Blasket Bound by Leslie Bond. Topics covered: island life, living without modern comforts, heritage, community, postnatal depression, writing and healing.

Following the announcement of a second Nell book, Dave Rudden joins the Irish Times Books Podcast to talk about writing for young readers, the enduring appeal of adventure stories, and what fans can expect from the sequel.

Promotion for the Mackey & Ring book launch at O'Mahony's, Limerick.

Promotion for the Wit in Lit event at Chapters Bookstore that Colm O'Regan is panelling.

Promotion for the Mná na Mara event in Galway, at which Marie will be in conversation and signing books.
'A great graphic novel… it will be very much enjoyed by the 12+ age group.' — recommendation by Mayo county libraries.

'A heart-rending insight into the Irish emigrant experience.' — Martin Doyle's autumn book recommendations.

'Easy weeknight recipes make it easier to get back into a routine, so Neven Maguire's latest cookbook feels timely.'

A guest announces Marie Gleeson as the keynote speaker for Mná na Mara and mentions her book: 'A brilliant read.'
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