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Damien B Donnelly @eatthestorms.com · 16/08/2026

Hello my lovely and thank you for the cheer. I’m heading back to Paris next month for the first time in 7 years! But you are right, she never really leaves. Hope life is being good to you 🤗😉

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Damien B Donnelly @eatthestorms.com · 16/08/2026

A film from my 1st poetry collection, Enough! published 4 years ago. Inspired by the film, Trois Couleurs; Bleu, (saw this in Dublin in ‘95) with Juliette Binoche as Julie, moving to an apartment in the 5th area of Paris with nothing (rein), where I 1st lived when I moved there with nothing, in ‘97

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Sonya Gildea @sonyagildea.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

CLARA AND CHRISTINA by Andrew Cunning @johnmurrays.bsky.social @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social the other evening. Hosted by @hollowaywriter.bsky.social with books by @booksupstairs.bsky.social Stunning reading, great conversation & the loveliest of writer friends ❤️ And tote bags for all!

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Just a reminder that you can join us online tomorrow night from 7pm for our August Climate Writing Session! Authors Roz Dineen and Caoilinn Hughes will be in conversation via Zoom from 7pm. Sign up here: www.eventbrite.ie/e/1992930042...

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Rescheduled: Irish Writers Centre Climate Writing Session

Join authors Caoilinn Hughes (The Alternatives) and Roz Dineen (Briefly Very Beautiful) for our Climate Writing Session on 12th August

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

We are thrilled to reveal the 12 winners of the 2026 International Debut Novel Competition (a record year for entries!) To find out more, check out our site: irishwriterscentre.ie/turning-the-...

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Coming up here in the building on Culture Night, we couldn't be more excited to welcome Booker Prize-longlisted novelist Djamel White alongside acclaimed poet Nithy Kasa and legendary storyteller Chrissy Donoghue Ward! Booking opens August 18. culturenight.ie/event/fierce...

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

For the latest edition of our literary journal spotlight, we're delighted to feature Profiles! Check out our site to find out more about the publication, and to read a sample of work they've previously published. irishwriterscentre.ie/literary-jou...

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Interested in writing a play? Want to learn the essentials with a renowned theatre practitioner? Coming up in three weeks, acclaimed playwright Aoife O'Connor's 'Intro to Playwriting'! Sign up here: irishwriterscentre.ie/courses/intr...

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Intro to Playwriting with Aoife O'Connor - Irish Writers Centre

6-week in person playwriting course faciliated by playwright and poet Aoife O'Connor at the Irish Writers Centre from Wednesday 5 August.

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Want to see out the summer by trying something new? Why not join us for Mark Granier's online course 'Poetry for the Curious' at the end of August! (There are only two spots remaining, so be sure to book quickly to avoid disappointment.) irishwriterscentre.ie/courses/poet...

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Now live: autumn masterclasses! On the site now, booking is open for three fantastic, in person masterclasses from leading writers Madeleine Keane, Martina Devlin and Sheila O'Flanagan. Check them out here: irishwriterscentre.ie/courses/

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Damien B Donnelly @eatthestorms.com · 12/07/2026

In route to @wcorklitfest.bsky.social as part of the @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social Regional Roadshow with panel discussions, spoken word showcase, information session, members event & a zine workshop! Our first event is today at 3pm with John Banville & Victoria Kennefick See you there

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Damien B Donnelly @eatthestorms.com · 08/07/2026

The Storms journal is delighted to be taking part in the @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social journals showcase this evening 🎉

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Damien B Donnelly @eatthestorms.com · 29/06/2026

Tomorrow night at Street 66 one last shoutout for Pride Month with #pridepoetsdublin and I’m bursting with pride to be performing alongside @dogwithoutlegs.bsky.social Nicole Rourke Come along for pints and poetry 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

We are thrilled to announce the recipient of the 2026 Irish Writers Centre John Hewitt International Summer School Bursary is Summer Lukayo. Summer is an undergraduate student at the University of Galway, and a former Irish Writers Centre Young Writer Delegate.

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

To celebrate the end of Pride Month, we're bringing you a very special episode of our Podcast, Words in the Air: a conversation between novelist Katherine O'Donnell and poet Rosamund Taylor, on writing queer Irish womanhood 🌈 open.spotify.com/episode/5Mxm...

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

A reminder to all that there are limited subsidised places available for Eman Alhaj Ali's poetry workshop coming up on 11th July! 🇵🇸 Just email us at bookings@irishwriterscentre.ie to apply 📩 Course info here: irishwriterscentre.ie/courses/writ...

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Writing from East to West: Conversations with Arabic Language Writing from Palestine with Eman Alhaj Ali - Irish Writers Centre

Join journalist, storyteller, and translator Eman Alhaj Ali for an in-person poetry workshop at the Irish Writers Centre on Saturday 11 July, 11am-1pm.

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Ruth Ennis @rurooie.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Hello! I'm SO excited to say I'll be teaching a course on writing poetry and verse for child and teenage readers with @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social next month!

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Meet Your Words on the Page Facilitators: Joanne Hayden! Joanne has published in the Dublin Review, Banshee & the Storms. She facilitates creative writing workshops for all ages. Joanne's 'Writing Childhood' is part of 'Words on the Page' on 8 July Booking: irishwriterscentre.ie/courses/word...

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Meet your Words on the Page facilitators: Oisín McGann! Oisín McGann is a bestselling and award-winning writer and illustrator of dozens of books. Oisín will bring his taster workshop 'Book Illustration' to the Irish Writers Centre 'Words on the Page' on Wednesday 8 July 🖼️ Book: t.co/9WVWODUQ6m

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Want to check out what's happening in the world of literature over the weekend? Preparing for Bloomsday next week? Literary listings for the remainder of June are now up over on our website, covering the whole island! 🎤🎤🎤 irishwriterscentre.ie/literary-lis...

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

New on the site... for the next slot in our literary journals spotlight, we're introducing you to the brilliant Sci-Fi Ireland! irishwriterscentre.ie/.../literary...

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

We are delighted to announce our latest creative writing workshop for members of the Global Majority led by the incredible poet Nithy Kasa! 📅Saturday 25 July ⏰2-5pm 📍Irish Writers Centre Book here: irishwriterscentre.ie/courses/crea...

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Join us Wednesday, 7-8pm for our 3rd Climate Writing Session! Drs Rowan Oberman, Siún Nic Mhuirí & Ashling Bourke will discuss their research: 'Conflict, Values and Emotion in Climate Writing' Sign up here: www.eventbrite.ie/e/1991351953...

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Irish Writers Centre Climate Writing Series: Session #3

Our 3rd Climate Writing session: 'Conflict, values and emotion in climate writing' with DCU Centre for Human Rights and Citizenship

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

📺Watch poet Colm Keegan chat about his 5-day intensive course 'Poetry as a Prism' happening as part of the Irish Writers Centre 'Words on the Page', 6-10 July! Booking: irishwriterscentre.ie/courses/word...

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Damien B Donnelly @eatthestorms.com · 10/06/2026

Thanks to all who contributed to The Storms. Thanks to @fingal.ie @dublincityoflit.bsky.social & @artscouncilireland.bsky.social subeditors @gaynorkanepoet.bsky.social @edepaor.bsky.social Nithy Kasa, Fiona O’Rourke @rhonagreene.bsky.social The journal is on holiday but will return in 2027 💙

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

We are delighted to announce that our next Writers in the Regions masterclass, taking place next month at the Dean Crowe Theatre, Athlone, will be led by the fantastic Alan McMonagle. 🔗 irishwriterscentre.ie/whats-on/wri...

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Announcing New Voices, a celebration of emerging voices in literature! Featuring Ciara Broderick, Brian Franklin and Lynda McCarty followed up an open mic showcase of new work! Free tickets & Open Mic signup: irishwriterscentre.ie/whats-on/new...

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Jacqui @heajacq.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Two of the best workshops I’ve ever taken were with The Fly and the Irish Writers Centre, so seeing them collaborate on a prize like this is just lovely!

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

📣 Applications are now open! Evolution is a free six-month programme that provides support for up to 12 published writers at a crucial stage in their careers. Find out more and apply via our website: irishwriterscentre.ie/opportunitie... Deadline for applications: Tuesday 30 June 2026.

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Char @alphachar.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

My "Writing for Games" course at the @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social is returning for a SEVENTH time this month!! All previous ones have sold out, so I'm hoping we can keep that streak running 😅 irishwriterscentre.ie/courses/writ...

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Writing for Video Games with Charlene Putney - Irish Writers Centre

Learn how to write creatively for video games with this 4 week online course by Charlene Putney. Starts Thursday, 18 June 2026, 6.30-8.30pm.

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

As part 'Words on the Page', our summer celebration of creative writing, join us for an evening highlighting Ireland's rich journal culture! 'Words in the Air: Live Journal Spotlight' will take place on Wednesday 8 July from 6:30pm 🚀 Book your free place here: www.eventbrite.ie/e/1991202629...

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Poetry & nature come together in Jane Robinson's upcoming 'Poetry Field Trip' 🌵 On 20 June, writers will join Jane at the Botanic Gardens & then head over to the Irish Writers Centre for a creative writing session! Hear Jane talk about the course 👇 Booking: irishwriterscentre.ie/courses/poet...

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Next week, we'll be announcing the 2026 call for our hugely popular Annaghmakerrig residencies! Six writers will be awarded seven nights in the self-catering cottages at the Tyrone Guthrie Centre, Co. Monaghan. Sign up to our newsletter here: mailchi.mp/irishwriters...

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Want to try something a little different? Why not come along to one of our upcoming performance and songwriting courses from the wonderful Siobhan MacMahon, Alice Coghlan and Christian Wethered. Link to all courses: irishwriterscentre.ie/courses/

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

The Irish Writers Centre is delighted to announce our Pride 2026 programme! 🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Read more about the programme and book tickets here: irishwriterscentre.ie/announcing-t...

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

EXTENDED DEADLINE (Apr 30): We are excited to partner with Varuna, National Writers' House, on the annual Lamplight International Fellowship Programme, an online opportunity for fiction writers to enjoy the combined mentorship and support of both organisations. irishwriterscentre.ie/opportunitie...

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

🗣️🚨Masterclass alert! On Saturday, 16 May, Cathy Sweeney will deliver a 2-hour masterclass on how reading can inspire and ignite your creative process! Book now: irishwriterscentre.ie/courses/mast...

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Maeve O'Sullivan @maevedos.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

There was some fine #poetry last night @The Teachers’ Club in #Dublin with a double launch @doirepress.bsky.social: Moyra Donaldson’s, launched by @maryodonnell.bsky.social & Nithy Kasa’s by Fiona Bolger, with fab covers @triona.bsky.social. Nice to see @eatthestorms.com @rachaelhegarty.bsky.social

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Damien B Donnelly @eatthestorms.com · 22/04/2026

What a glorious evening, exceptional poets and such lights in the audience too 💙💙

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

The Irish Writers Centre is delighted to announce our 2026 Climate Writing Series 🪻🌿 With 5 sessions taking place from April to November this year, there's something here for everyone interested in writing on climate issues! More information and booking here: irishwriterscentre.ie/climate-writ...

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

Hope you all had a wonderful, chocolatey Easter! - here's another treat to keep you going 🐣 Two more amazing masterclasses from renowned writers Cathy Sweeney & Joanna Walsh coming up this May Booking: irishwriterscentre.ie/courses/

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

The Irish Writers Centre and Varuna, National Writers’ House, are excited to announce the fourth year of the Lamplight International Fellowship Programme. This opportunity is exclusively for Irish Writers Centre Members with two published books. irishwriterscentre.ie/opportunitie...

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

The Irish Writers Centre is thrilled to announce our inaugural Climate Writing Prize for 2026! 🌱 Prizes will include €250 and publication in @Channel_LitMag and a course bursary worth €250! More details here: irishwriterscentre.ie/climate-writ...

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

Just a few places left on Adam Wyeth's 'The Writing Table' - a structured, supportive space for writers to share work + develop their critical skills! Book your place: irishwriterscentre.ie/courses/the-...

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

Every month, we bring you a round-up of opportunities for writers from around the world: from competitions to open submissions, bursaries and residencies. Check out our website for April's opportunities digest: irishwriterscentre.ie/opportunitie...

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