Letterkenny Cathedral Quarter Literary Festival is delighted to announce its 2026 Poetry Competition is open for submissions.

I hope #donegal county Council aren't planning to chop this beautiful chestnut tree at the park too. @greenparty_ie #letterkenny @DonegalGreens #shortsighted #trees

A disbrace by all councillors in #letterkenny. The planet burms. And dcc continue cutting down mature trees. Like @LKTidy . Clueless!!!!! @HannahEDaly

Theresa Ryder is an Irish writer of prose, poetry, memoir and plays. Her work is widely published and performed.

We publish short stories, including translations, of up to 2,500 words that have not previously appeared elsewhere, either in print or online (including your own blog and social media). We offer th…

Sample chapters are now available; and I need your help!

This 6-week course will explore the characteristics of autofiction, ekphrasis (written description of a visual work), and creative non-fiction with Susan Tomaselli. Starts Tuesday 3 February 2026, 6.3...

Minister for the Arts Patrick O'Donovan has publicly backed the retention of the Basic Income for the Arts scheme today saying that its impact is "far-ranging and affects all aspects of recipients' li...

Six brilliant writers, six great talks!

Run public transport, put on events, open cinemas, activity centres and shops for those who do not partake for whatever reason

Tuesday 3rd to Saturday 7th December @ 8pm 10 x 10 Minute Play Event Our very popular, annual 10 x 10 Minute Play Event is back with ten brand new short plays for you to enjoy. The event has proved a ...