W&N has pre-empted Everything Not Saved and a second novel by Irish Book Award-winning author Sarah Maria Griffin in a six-figure deal. *One of the most in-demand authors is appearing at a new literary festival in Co Antrim. Applications are encouraged from those whose work has not yet achieved book-length publication, such as a novel, book of short stories, poetry collection or play. *As Listowel Writers’ Week prepares to celebrate its 55th edition, the country’s oldest literary festival has released a first glimpse of what lies ahead. Memoirist Katriona O’Sullivan, novelists Edel Coffey and Mary Costello, and Laureate for Irish Fiction Eílís Ní Dhuibhne will feature.

Source: The Irish Times February 27, 2026 18:12 UTC