Irish writers are consistently producing work that is thrilling and unmissable; our guests on this panel will explore the mystery and magic that is behind their latest work, in conversation with writer and critic Declan Hughes.

Sophie White is a novelist, essayist and podcaster from Dublin. She holds a First-Class Honours degree in Sculpture from NCAD. Sophie is the author of eight books and has previously been the Writer in Residence in DCU and also the Museum of Literature Ireland. Her latest book, Such A Good Couple, was described by the Irish Independent as “thoughtful, daring, funny, sad and perfectly balanced.”. It is a  novel about the complexities of sharing your life with other people – partners, friends and family – and what it is exactly that makes a good couple.

Finding herself back in her old family home, Claire, the protagonist of Let Me Go Mad in My Own Way, is unsettled by the arrival of her old flame, Tom, and finds herself  battling the past and decisions made then. The book is a moving and powerful evocation of  a troubled family history and yet another triumph for writer Elaine Feeney. ‘A superb, multi-generational story told in stunning, poetic prose. Elaine Feeney is one of Irish literature’s most gifted and persuasive storytellers.’ Sinéad Gleeson.

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The Ennis Book Club Festival is supported by the Arts Council of Ireland.