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Andrea Carter

@andreacarter.bsky.social
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Ex-lawyer turned crime writer. Inishowen Mysteries. Agent David Headley. The Artists Partnership for TV & Film. There Came a-Tapping. Little, Brown UK. Lurcher loving veggie.

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Andrea Carter @andreacarter.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
I’ll be there!
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Andrea Carter @andreacarter.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
Five days to moving in! Lots of painting to do! #yeoldeschoolhouse🤞🤞🤞
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John Creedon @johncreedon.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
Around Ireland I've heard the foxglove referred to as - fairy fingers/lus an tsionnaigh/lus mór/méara sí....
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Connie Chen 陳穎慈 @conniechiiiwa.bsky.social · 25/07/2026
Ready for the SF Art Book Fair! 😅📚
Navy blue tote bag with white text reading “IF YOU GO HOME WITH SOMEBODY, & THEY DONT HAVE BOOKS, DONT FUCK ‘EM.” JOHN WATERS
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Andrea Carter @andreacarter.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
This was the joy of reading ‘The Wind in the Willows’ for me as a child - so engaged by the story that I looked up the words I didn’t know, desperate to know their meaning. To not even want that as an adult is…
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Andrea Carter @andreacarter.bsky.social · 19/07/2026
Now booking for the Autumn! @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social irishwriterscentre.ie/courses/the-...
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The Nuts and Bolts of Crime Fiction with Andrea Carter - Irish Writers Centre
An in person course for those interested in writing crime fiction, ideal for those working on a novel. Led by Andrea Carter.
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Andrea Carter @andreacarter.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
Also…smut sells!
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Andrea Carter @andreacarter.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
In London last week for some work stuff but managed a couple of hours at the V&A American photography exhibition…
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National Library of Ireland @nlireland.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
Banned Comics at the NLI 📖 Were comics really banned in Ireland? Join comic scholar James Bacon as he explores the history of comic censorship in Ireland using material from the National Library's collections. 📅 Thursday 6 Aug at 6pm (for ages 16+): ow.ly/fipx50Znh9q
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Banned Comics at the NLI
A history of Censorship of Comics in Ireland
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Doug Johnstone @dougjohnstone.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
I know everyone in the US and Canada is still asleep, but I'm still gonna shout about this - TOMBSTONING is a Kindle Daily Deal across the pond, so fill yer boots: a.co/d/0fpzt2H8 @orendabooks.bsky.social
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Andrii Frolov @artandriifrolov.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
"Rainy Evening Street" - my oil painting
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Andrea Carter @andreacarter.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
‘Some days are held together almost entirely by butter…’
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Orkney Library & Archive @orkneylibrary.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
This is your occasional reminder that Agatha Christie wasn't just the bestselling crime writer of all time but also she had a surfboard called Fred
A black and white photograph of Agatha Christie as a young woman standing on a beach in front of a surfboard which has the name Fred written on it.
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Raven Books @ravenbooks.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
If you're not sure who your TDs are or how to contact them, you can search by constituency or party here: www.oireachtas.ie/en/members/t... #BanHareCoursing
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Find a TD
Search for Members of Dáil Éireann by constituency or party
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Chapters Bookstore, Parnell St, D1 @chaptersbookstore.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
There is a book for everyone. That means bookshops have to be for everyone too. Not intimidating. Not exclusive. Not a test. Just a place where curiosity is enough, and belonging begins at the shelves. #Indiebookshopweek @booksaremybag.bsky.social
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Andrea Carter @andreacarter.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Looking forward to delivering a taster Crime Fiction workshop @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social this summer!
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Andrea Carter @andreacarter.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Lilac in bloom at our old schoolhouse! Two months and we’ll be in…
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Andrea Carter @andreacarter.bsky.social · 10/05/2026
Happy Birthday from Liath!
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Sarah Kay @k-interarma.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
The Guardian has published the names of the 18,457 children killed in Gaza. www.theguardian.com/world/ng-int...
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Young lives cut short on an unimaginable scale: the 18,457 children on Gaza’s list of war dead
Every name on a list compiled by health authorities in Gaza of the child victims of Israel’s offensive
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Joe Noonan @joenoonan.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
I did not believe Israel would reach the point of starving people to death. I did not believe it would, on average, erase a classroom of children every single day for two whole years.” - Orly Noy www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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Disappearing people, disappearing morals – how two years has changed Gaza and Israel | Orly Noy
There can be no healing until the world stares into and acknowledges the void torn open by this conflict, says Israeli journalist Orly Noy
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Andrea Carter @andreacarter.bsky.social · 06/08/2025
For a limited time only! There Came A-Tapping is awfully cheap…
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Resist 🕎🍉 @antizionistjew.bsky.social · 03/08/2025
#BREAKING | Irish president calls for potential MILITARY ACTION in Gaza He wants the UN to invoke ‘Chapter 7’ – which allows an international force to defend aid corridors ‘Are we to watch children starving? Something MUST happen’
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Irish Literary Times @irishlittimes.bsky.social · 15/07/2025
"How many mystery writers does it take to change a light bulb? Two. One to change the bulb, and the other to give it an unexpected twist at the end."
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Richard Chambers @newschambers.bsky.social · 13/07/2025
“It is a concentration camp. I am sorry," - former Israeli PM. www.theguardian.com/world/2025/j...
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‘Humanitarian city’ would be concentration camp for Palestinians, says former Israeli PM
Ehud Olmert says forcing people into camp would be ethnic cleansing, and anger at Israel is not all down to antisemitism
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Andrea Carter @andreacarter.bsky.social · 12/07/2025
Thanks so much to @irishexaminer.bsky.social @sweetoblivion.bsky.social for including #ThereCameATapping in such august company today!
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Andrea Carter @andreacarter.bsky.social · 08/07/2025
Very happy with the new paperback cover of There Came A-Tapping. Coming October 2025!
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Uncle Duke @uncleduke1969.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
“I know you think you’re being funny, but honestly Dave, it’s just hurtful.”
A Borzoi dog, looking forlorn, sits next to a dresser as their owner mimics them using a sock puppet adorned with googly eyes.
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Nathan Kalman-Lamb @nkalamb.bsky.social · 27/06/2025
IDF soldiers have now themselves admitted they have been ordered to murder aid-seekers in Gaza. Truly an atrocity built on atrocity. www.haaretz.com/israel-news/...
'It's a Killing Field': IDF Soldiers Ordered to Shoot Deliberately at Unarmed Gazans Waiting for Humanitarian Aid
IDF officers and soldiers told Haaretz they were ordered to fire at unarmed crowds near food distribution sites in Gaza, even when no threat was present. Hundreds of Palestinians have been killed, prompting the military prosecution to call for a review into possible war crimes
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Irish Literary Times @irishlittimes.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
Frank Carson: A man says to the doctor: "What's the good news?" "You've got 24 hours to live." He says: "What's the bad news?" The doctor says: "We should have told you yesterday." #itsthewayitellthem
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Irish Literary Times @irishlittimes.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
Frank Carson: There were two Irishmen eating sandwiches in a pub and the landlord said: "You can't eat your own food in here." So they swapped sandwiches. #itsthewayitellthem
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Irish Literary Times @irishlittimes.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
Frank Carson: My wife said to me: "If you won the lottery, would you still love me?" I said: "Of course I would. I'd miss you, but I'd still love you." #itsthewayitellthem
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Frank Carson Jokes - Frank Carson One Liners Jokes
A collection of Frank Carson Jokes and One Liners
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Andrea Carter @andreacarter.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
I loved this book so much. The conclusion to the Enceladons Trilogy is rage-inducing and heartbreaking, but ultimately full of hope. I’m going to miss Sandy (& the good energy humans!). Out August 2025. @orendabooks.bsky.social @dougjohnstone.bsky.social
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Raven Books @ravenbooks.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
Did you buy a book today? Borrow one from the library? Get a loan of one from a friend? Find one waiting for you on a park bench? Yes? Very good, carry on.
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RTÉ News @news.rte.ie · 25/06/2025
Children in Gaza dying of thirst after trucks carrying water blocked - UNICEF
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Children in Gaza are dying of thirst, says UNICEF
UNICEF has warned that while the world's attention is focused elsewhere, the situation in Gaza is "at the worst it has ever been" with the Palestinian territory hitting "rock bottom".
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Sylvia Leatham @sylvialeatham.bsky.social · 23/06/2025
I know I’m always going on about the library and what a great resource it is. But just had to sign my 9yo’s homework and came across this. “I feel safe when… I’m in the library.” Bit emotional overall! And what a nice accolade for my local library in Cabra, Dublin 7. @jackielynam.bsky.social
A child’s homework sheet. Text reads:

I FEEL SAFE WHEN...
(Child’s handwriting:)
- I’m in the library
- I knit
- I listen to music
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Andrea Carter @andreacarter.bsky.social · 19/06/2025
This is giving me terrible flashbacks! Everyone who appears in court has had moments like this (although usually not quite so squirm-inducing..).
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Andrea Carter @andreacarter.bsky.social · 18/06/2025
This is what evil looks like. Murdering starving people.
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Kneecap @kneecapceol.bsky.social · 17/06/2025
As the British state arms and supports these war crimes they'll have Mo Chara in court in London tomorrow to try to label him a terrorist..... Starving and homeless they were shot dead by the IDF who now also control the tiny trickle of food. Evil beyond any fucking words.
News report from The Guardian: "At least 37 Palestinians killed in Gaza food site shooting, local authorities say. Death toll is highest yet reported in near-daily shootings since US-backed group began distributing food in territory.
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David H Headley @davidhheadley.bsky.social · 14/06/2025
Happy Independent Bookshop Week! Show your love and support for local indy bookshops like @goldsborobooks.bsky.social. These small businesses are crucial for celebrating diversity in literature and fostering community. Let's keep them thriving! #IndieBookshopWeek #SupportIndieBookstores 📚
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Kit de Waal @kitdewaal.com · 14/06/2025
Penguin Michael Joseph Undiscovered Writers' Prize now open for horror writers from underrepresented backgrounds. The winner will receive a publishing contract with a £10,000 advance, and representation by an agent Link here www.penguin.co.uk/about/publis... Please share :)
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Andrea Carter @andreacarter.bsky.social · 11/06/2025
Had a fabulous time at Belfast Book Festival! Thanks to all involved!
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Andrea Carter @andreacarter.bsky.social · 07/06/2025
Just started it! Loving it!!
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Andrea Carter @andreacarter.bsky.social · 30/05/2025
No vested interest here (other than being a Laois local business)! But if you’re in Bloom and you haven’t tried @ballykilcavan.com beer, give it a go. There are loads and they’re all yum!
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Dublin Literary Award @dublinlitaward.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
🏆 The Adversary by Michael Crummey has won the 2025 Dublin Literary Award! 🏆 Nominated by Newfoundland & Labrador Public Libraries and published by Knopf Canada, this powerful novel takes the top honour in the award’s 30th year. 🎉 #DublinLitAward #DLA30yrs
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Andrea Carter @andreacarter.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
Karen, you absolute star!! And you managed to beat the tragic postal service between Ireland & the UK! I am SO excited about this! @orendabooks.bsky.social @dougjohnstone.bsky.social
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Nathan Kalman-Lamb @nkalamb.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
Consider that in Israel you may say “Every child, every baby in Gaza is an enemy. The enemy is not Hamas... We need to conquer Gaza and colonize it and not leave a single Gazan child there,” on tv w/ impunity. In the US you may be deported for writing an oped saying Palestinians deserve human rights
"Every child, every baby in Gaza is an enemy. The enemy is not Hamas... We need to conquer Gaza and colonize it and not leave a single Gazan child there. There is no other victory."

Prominent Judeo-Nazi maniac Moshe Feiglin on another genocidal rant, this morning on Channel 14.
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Mehdi Hasan @mehdirhasan.bsky.social · 10/05/2025
Israel is preventing the WHO from sending incubators into Gaza. Think about how savage, how barbaric, how evil, you have to be to defend that and defend the government doing that.
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Punk Rock History @punkrockhistory.bsky.social · 28/04/2025
Released 45 years ago today "Love Will Tear Us Apart," a song by English post-punk band Joy Division. Everyone knows the original video, but I chose a different one this time. Peter Hook & The Light - 'Love Will Tear Us Apart' - Live at O2 Apollo, Manchester - 29/7/22. #joydivision #history #otd
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NPR @npr.org · 27/04/2025
National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day is on April 30. To bring awareness to the day, the Up First newsletter is sharing some stories from readers about how their pet has impacted their lives.
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From dogs to rabbits, NPR readers share how adopting shelter pets impacted them
National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day is on April 30. To bring awareness to the day, the Up First newsletter is sharing some stories from readers about how their pet has impacted their lives.
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Alan Lester @alanlester.bsky.social · 27/04/2025
The Israeli regime is eliminating an entire population. However much attention Trump’s own brand of fascism attracts, that this is happening is the most shocking & sordid development of the C21. www.theguardian.com/world/2025/a...
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Gaza on brink of catastrophe as aid runs out and prices soar, groups warn
Palestinians face starvation and severe malnutrition as Israel’s blockade continues, say aid agencies
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