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May 9, 20183 min read

'Better get there now, before it's gone'

Such was the tantalizing title of a recent article in the travel section of The New York Times international edition and the writer's...

Mar 27, 20181 min read

Cyprus-based woman wins wonderful Irish music CD

We at ‘Ireland Writing Retreat’ are delighted to announce the winner of our special Spring draw – a terrific traditional music CD by...

Mar 13, 20181 min read

Happy St. Patrick's Day

With St Patrick’s Day approaching, it would be unpatriotic of Ireland Writing Retreat not to put a smile on your face. If you have...

Feb 7, 20182 min read

This ‘Artist’s Retreat’ could be yours this summer

As Spring officially arrives on our doorstep after the long winter, a short note to let you know that it’s not too late to treat yourself...

Jan 22, 20183 min read

Unique chance to win a traditional Irish music CD

Born in Scotland and reared in the charming coastal village of Gortahork on Ireland’s famous ‘Wild Atlantic Way’ in the heart of the...

Jan 3, 20181 min read

Captivating music and song: key elements of Ireland Writing Retreat’s absorbing location

One of the unique rewards of hosting the Ireland Writing Retreat is witnessing participants’ sheer pleasure in being immersed in local...

Dec 12, 20173 min read

Tread Softly

As we stride rapidly towards the end of another year, we hope 2017 brought you new experiences, contented moments and wonderful stories...

Dec 2, 20173 min read

Being fired helped me, says crime writer, Lee Child, creator of ‘Jack Reacher’

Sitting across a coffee-table from top-selling crime author, Lee Child, creator of popular character, Jack Reacher, played in movies by...

Nov 29, 20171 min read

‘Star Wars’ - an epic journey through the entire Universe - to Donegal

Pre-holiday movie madness takes over in two weeks (Friday, December 15 to be exact) when the long-awaited Star Wars blockbuster, ‘The...

Nov 9, 20173 min read

First-ever ‘Black Sea Writing Retreat’ announced for May 2018

Exotic location, intriguing history, successful authors, experienced writing guides, warm weather, enticing soft-sand beaches …such are...

Oct 31, 20173 min read

What you could enjoy next June and September at the Ireland Writing Retreat

Some years ago, Laurence McKeown languished in the Maze Prison outside Belfast on the verge of death after more than 70 days on hunger...

Sep 15, 20172 min read

Hidden in the Weeds

Amanda looked back. She saw the wall of giant green leaves and through them the light that suggested the field where she left the...

Sep 3, 20174 min read

Leading international playwright joins team of writing trainers at autumn retreat

Organizers of ‘Ireland Writing Retreat’ are delighted and honored that one of Ireland’s leading playwrights will be a special guest at...

Aug 28, 20172 min read

Emily DeDakis – Writer, Dramaturg, Editor – tutors at September’s Ireland Writing Retreat

It is with heartfelt pleasure that we at ‘Ireland Writing Retreat’ are excited to present Emily DeDakis, who will join Irish-born...

Aug 17, 20171 min read

Early-Bird Registration for Summer Session 2018 is Now Open

While we make ready to warmly welcome participants to the Autumn Session of Ireland Writing Retreat, between September 25th and October...

Jul 6, 20174 min read

Writers thrive amidst Donegal’s inspiring beauty and legendary past

What a joy last week’s summer retreat turned out to be. A stunning castle at the end of a lough in a national park, a charming...

Jun 29, 20172 min read

Summer Writing Retreat in Donegal is in full swing

Novelists, poets and short-story writers from all across America and Ireland have descended upon Gaoth Dobhair this week to highlight the...

Jun 1, 20174 min read

Words by international playwright Brian Friel supporting ‘Ireland Writing Retreat’

Late Spring house cleaning can sometimes unearth the most intriguing of artefacts – such as a personal letter signed by the great Irish...

Apr 21, 20172 min read

Winner of latest draw to receive a signed copy of ‘Pretty Ugly’

It is with great pleasure that ‘Ireland Writing Retreat’ announces Melanie Finney as winner of our latest draw, a signed copy of ‘Pretty...

Apr 12, 20175 min read

Writers and readers worldwide attend recent Tucson Festival of Books

Tens of thousands of people strolling across the spacious campus at the University of Arizona in bright sunshine over two full days at...

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