Minister Jimmy Deenihan launches Book in Tinahely
Minister for the Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, Jimmy Deenihan, TD, was in Tinahely on Saturday May 12, 2012 to launch a collection of short stories and poetry by a local writing group. Called Short Stories and Long lies, the book was written by five local writers; Alison McGuire, Tara Quirke, Thomas Clare, Robert Duffy and Jillian Godsil. The launch was held in the Riverside Business Centre, Tinahely.
Minister Deenihan launched the book and said: “Tinahley is renowned as a centre for culture and artistic activity and it is great to see new and existing authors coming together to publish lively collections such this one. The village already boasts a thriving arts centre and here at Riverside Art Gallery we have another great venue promoting the arts.
“Creative writing can be a lonely pursuit and the presence of a writing group can be very supportive. I would like to congratulate all five authors on their work and ultimate production of this interesting book.”
The launch was held in the new Art Gallery. Entertainment was provided by three young harpists, local sisters Miriam and Bernadette Lambert along with their first cousin Brid Lambert. Refreshments were provided by D’Lish Café also in the same building and wines by local grocers Walkers in nearing Shillelagh and Candys from Carnew.
The book may be purchased online for €10 at http://www.lulu.com/shop/the-snug-at-730-writing-group/short-stories-long-lies/paperback/product-20099977.html
Or by contacting Jillian@practicepr.ie
http://www.wicklowpeople.ie/lifestyle/words-are-all-i-have-3099048.html Write up in Wicklow People
http://vimeo.com/42696631 Click here for the video
http://www.carlow-nationalist.ie/tabId/392/itemId/14554/New-chapter-opens-up-for-local-writing-group.aspx Write up in Carlow Nationalist
