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Personal loss inspires young poet to publish first book

A County Derry man who has just published his first book of poetry has revealed that the sudden death of a close friend was the inspiration behind the publication. Caolán McAleese's book entitled 'Selected Poems' features poetry which the 24 ...

27 Oct 2021 at 07:00

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Top award for Derry writer's play at Edinburgh Fringe

A play by a Derry playwright has won a top award at the highly-prestigious Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Brian Foster's 'Myra Story' picked up a 'Bobby' accolade for 'Best of the Best,' one of the most sought-after Fringe awards. Writer and ...

02 Sept 2021 at 12:47

Derry News

Derry's Lisa McGee wins Best Writer at BAFTAs

BAFTA last night announced the winners of the BAFTA Television Craft Awards 2023 at a ceremony in London, celebrating the very best behind-the-scenes television talent of 2022. Derry Girls’ creator and Derry native, Lisa McGee, scooped ...

24 Apr 2023 at 16:54

Northern Ireland

Man in serious condition after being kicked in head

A man is in a serious condition in hospital after he was kicked in the head a number of times during an attack in Belfast. Police have appealed for information and witnesses to the assault in the Writer’s Square area of the city. A ...

10 Apr 2023 at 14:04

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'No More Walls' for Derry Author

It became immediately apparent chatting to Derry author Glen Smith, he was indeed a storyteller. His autobiographical new novel ‘No More Walls’ is ultimately a tale of redemption, one he hoped “might help people too to see, it is ...

04 Jan 2024 at 14:30

Arts & Entertainment

Ryan Tubridy kicks off emotional first episode of podcast 'The Bookshelf' with guest David Walliams

Former Late Late Show host Ryan Tubridy told David Walliams about the difficult time he faced after losing his father in the first episode of Tubridy’s new podcast. Writer and actor David Walliams was the inaugural guest on 'The ...

16 Apr 2024 at 10:48

Local News

International best-selling author to set her 2025 novel in County Derry

International best-selling author Emma Heatherington has revealed that a popular wedding venue in County Derry has inspired her to write her next book, due for release next year. Ms Heatherington, who comes from Donaghmore in ...

10 Jan 2024 at 10:45

Northern Ireland

Call for quick end to Hollywood strike as production of film in Belfast delayed

The head of Northern Ireland Screen has called for a quick and equitable end to the strike by Hollywood writers and actors as a large film production in Belfast has had to be delayed. Richard Williams, chief executive of ...

18 Jul 2023 at 19:02

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Tirhugh's poetess releases her second book

A County Derry writer has praised the support of the local community which she says has allowed her to publish her second book. Ellen Morren's collection of poetry, entitled 'Enquire Here Within Vol. II', comes just ...

19 Jun 2023 at 17:02

Local News

Derry woman's first book shortlisted for two prestigious awards

A Derry woman who published her first novel just four weeks ago has already been nominated for two awards. Lauren Robinson's historical fiction story, 'The Boy Who Saw in Colours', has been shortlisted for prizes ...

04 Jul 2020 at 10:33

What's On

Maghera writer's children's book series 'The Weatherbies' celebrates bumper year

Maghera-based author Yvonne Fleming and her community of loveable, weather-themed characters of the children's book series The Weatherbies have a lot to celebrate this year. The past year has seen this loveable, ...

11 Nov 2024 at 18:00

Local News

Top Irish food writers sample a flavour of Derry

Some of the top names in Ireland’s food industry had the opportunity to sample the best the city has to offer last week during a visit by the Irish Food Writers Guild. Chair of the Guild, Paula McIntyre, was ...

28 Aug 2024 at 11:30

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