Elizabeth Rose Murray

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Ian McEwan and Stewart Brand were flawless at the opening night last night. They fused seamlessly while debating a range of topics including nuclear waste, attitudes, opening paragraphs, the inspiration behind writing, futurology, genetics, cultural pessimism vs. scientific optimism and the role of literature in scientific affairs. I also got chance to say hi to [...]

The Dublin Writers Festival blog is now officially live. Stop by for introductions to the poets, authors and songwriters, plus ticket offers and the latest festival news. I´ll also be covering each event once the festival kicks off on June 1st. I´m loving the diversity of thie year´s programme and can´t wait for it to [...]

The year has moved so quickly, I´m amazed that it´s time for the Dublin Writers Festival to return. I´ll be writing the festival blog again this year, bringing you the latest news, introducing the authors, giving away tickets and reviewing the events. I´m pleased to see that this year´s festival has introduced an Irish language [...]

Brendan Kennelly is possibly the most amiable and sunny poet I´ve ever seen perform. His lighthearted approach was beautifuly delivered and rather refreshing. Read about Brendan Kennelly´s performance over on my Dublin Writers Festival blog. Tweet This Post

Joe Queenan and Shane Connaughton seemed an odd pairing for me. However, after seeing them work in tandem, bringing their characters and experiences to life, I understand the thinking behind it. Read about everything from catholicism, characterisation, turning reality into fiction and forgiveness over on the Dublin Writers Festival blog. Tweet This Post

Seamus Heaney is kicking off the Dublin Writers Festival on Monday June 2nd at 8pm in the National Concert Hall. Except for the occasional interview, and the biographical book Stepping Stones: Interviews with Seamus Heaney, Seamus Heaney is known for keeping out of the spotlight. I´ve written a short overview of his work on the [...]

I´m honoured to be the official blogger for the Dublin Writers Festival. There´s a brilliant line-up and diverse events and so I´ve kicked off the blog today. You can read all about what´s on over at the Dublin Writers Festival blog. Tweet This Post

Dublin Writers Festival is only a month away and I´m excited. it´s the eleventh year of the festival, and this time it´s theme is “the power of the word”. Not only is there a fantastic line-up including Seamus Heany, Melvyn Bragg, Colm Toibin and Sarah Waters, I´m the offical blogger for the festival. The blog [...]