Today is the day of the US midterm elections. These are probably the most important elections in the voters’ lifetime. They matter here too. I have the strange feeling that with this tremendous event, and then the Armistice anniversary, we are entering a “thin space” where the gap between humanity and the numinous world is […]
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#WhyImVotingYes – Writing A Woman’s Choice
In Ireland, we are due to vote on Friday on whether to repeal the Eighth Amendment to the Constitution. This piece of text was introduced in 1983 by secretive, right-wing, Catholic pressure groups who exerted all the leverage they could on the government and the people in an attempt to copperfasten the Constitution against any […]
A Christmas Story for 2017
Hello friends, I know it’s been a while. I wrote a short story I’d love to share with you all for Christmas. It’s a piece of historical fiction but with relevance for today. I hope it provides some comfort and peace of mind, particularly to American readers but really for everyone. Please share far and […]
On Being An Opinionated Novelist
Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons I’ve often wondered how appropriate it is for a writer to share opinions on issues unrelated to their work. Particularly ones of a political nature. Specifically I wonder if I share too readily and express my opinion too often. Recent crises, particularly Brexit but not limited to that sequence of events, […]
Wexford Literary Festival
I’ve just had a wonderful Friday night and Saturday down in Enniscorthy at the Wexford Literary Festival, at the invitation of its organiser, novelist Carmel Harrington. I can heartily recommend it for aspiring and working authors. I came down on the Friday by train and stayed in the most wonderful, peaceful guesthouse a short distance from […]
Launch of To Shape The Dark 1st May
Hello all, here is where I make a foray into the world of science fiction! Pleased to announce that To Shape The Dark, an anthology of feminist science fiction compiled and edited by Athena Andreadis and featuring my Chekhovesque (well I can only hope!) story “Ward 7”, is being welcomed to the world on 1st […]
Thanks Australia and NZ: White Feathers Ranking High
I’m not sure how I stumbled on this but I noticed that White Feathers is currently ranking very highly in the Kindle Historical Fiction section on Amazon Australia, coming in at 140. I suspect it’s because the digital list price has been reduced by AUS$11 🙂 Screengrab: But…it’s also worth reflecting that in WWI the Australians […]
Author Business Cards: Why They’re a Good Idea
Over on writing.ie, I talk about the importance of business cards, along with authors Catherine Ryan Howard and Andrea Carter. Hop over and have a read if you’re wondering why they’re a good idea!
Event: Visit to New Ross Library 23 Feb
I’m delighted to announce that at the invitation of Trish Keenan from New Ross Library I will be giving an open talk there at 7pm on Tuesday 23rd February. Anyone in the New Ross area who is interested in finding out more about how I write my novel(s) and would like some inspiration for their […]
An Interview with “White Feathers” Author, Susan Lanigan
Originally posted on Great War 100 Reads:
Susan Lanigan’s debut novel, White Feathers, tackles tough issues through the lens of the early 20th century that we still struggle with today … issues like bullying, mental illness, the fallout of war and the impact of stigma. I am pleased to welcome Susan to Great War 100 Reads…
