'Books Ireland' magazine celebrates good news
As it approaches its 40th anniversary in March, ‘Books Ireland’ and its owner Wordwell Ltd. must be heartily congratulated for sheer...
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Jan 6, 20162 min read
Irish musician Pat Gallagher oozes multi-talented creativity
Singer, songwriter and superb guitarist, Pat Gallagher has produced many diverse CDs, the songs from which have become musical hits...
Dec 15, 20151 min read
‘Tis the Season to be Merry tra-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-lah!
And what better way to bring a beaming smile to a loved one’s face than a unique gift – a personalized voucher for a place on our annual...
Dec 11, 20151 min read
Inspiring images of Ireland's 'Wild Atlantic Way.'
Such exquisite photographs as these - Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way has never looked more beautiful than in these photos - amply illustrate...
Dec 5, 20152 min read
Chance to win a free book signed by the author
Become a friend of 'Ireland Writing Retreat' on or before Tuesday, December 15th 2015 and automatically enter a draw to win an intriguing...
Nov 24, 20154 min read
'Insufferable Odds' inspired by guest song writer at writing retreat on the Wild Atlantic Wa
As part of the cultural immersion process during the week-long writing retreat, participants enjoy activities such as boat trips to the...
Nov 18, 20151 min read
New dates for 2016 writing retreat
We have posted the new dates for the 2016 writing retreat along with three separate participation options - Gold, Silver and Bronze...
Nov 9, 20152 min read
Dublin Book Festival where some of Ireland’s best writers gather
Featuring more than fifty events and around one hundred authors and contributors, the annual Dublin Book Festival kicks-off this Thursday...
Oct 18, 20152 min read
Howls of Halloween are upon us….
With the spine-chilling howls of Halloween approaching and the door between the living and the dead opening ever so slightly, I’m...
Oct 12, 20152 min read
Authors speak about Ireland Writing Retreat - see what they say
‘Ireland Writing Retreat,’ the only international creative writing course on the famous ‘Wild Atlantic Way,’ has a brand new website. We...
Jun 22, 20153 min read
Ireland Writing Retreat Hosts Former CNN Editor, Author & Writing Guide
Ireland Writing Retreat, the only literary event to take place on the nation’s famous ‘Wild Atlantic Way,’ is delighted to announce that...
Jun 18, 20152 min read
Why the ‘Wild Atlantic Way’ Ireland Writing Retreat this month?
Fine writing, like any skill, requires constant practice. From Ireland’s own popular thriller-writer, John Connolly, to England’s Lee...
Jun 12, 20152 min read
Leading singer-songwriter entertains participants at ‘Ireland Writing Retreat’
Composing lyrics is one of the most challenging forms of creative writing with the added task of matching them to the overall melody. Ask...
Jun 1, 20152 min read
Ireland Writing Retreat: Practical Training in Public Reading
It’s encouraged. It’s necessary. It sells books. But it ain’t easy. In the competitive world of publishing with more books being...
Apr 9, 20152 min read
Golf and creative writing – a glorious partnership
The term ‘golf widow’ as defined by The Free Dictionary is ‘a wife who is left alone much of the time because her husband is playing...
Nov 14, 20142 min read
Lugh, ancient Celtic Sun God, inspires creativity in west Donegal
Known as Lugh’s Mountain, named after the ancient Celtic Sun God, the majestic, silver-coned Errigal gazes down upon the exquisite...
Oct 1, 20142 min read
Irish island journey of discovery for participants at ‘Ireland Writing Retreat’
On a glorious day under an azure blue sky, international participants at this year’s ‘Ireland Writing Retreat’ from Australia, England...
Sep 3, 20143 min read
Authors provide insights on writing, editing and publishing
Similarities and differences between news and creative writing, use of colloquial language in novels and short stories, publishing as a...
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