Thursday 5 March 2009

Ennis Book Club Festival, Friday 6th to Sunday 8th March

This year’s event, in association with Clare County Library, takes place from 6th – 8th March. The Ennis Book Club Festival is a unique literary and social gathering for book clubs and book lovers everywhere. The programme has a very broad brief, reflecting the reading passions and interests of the many people who attend the festival. It covers fiction, poetry, crime, short stories, memoir etc. Diverse themes are celebrated and explored through readings, lectures, workshops, debates, music, and even chocolate tastings! The festival also includes walking tours, advice on book clubs and reading lists, and opportunities to meet other Book Club members. The ideal recipe for a great weekend in Ennis!

Authors/speakers will include John Boyne, Jennifer Johnston, Salley Vickers, Gerard Donovan, Gerard Stembridge, Gerry Adams, Kevin Myers, Conor O’Clery, Mark O’Halloran, Michael D. Higgins, Terry Prone, Aifric Campbell, Manchán Megan, Allan Guthrie, Rita Ann Higgins, Medbh McGuckian, Micheal O’Siadhail and more.
Festival programme here >>
Further details at www.ennisbookclubfestival.com
To book events contact Glór Box Office at 065 6843103.

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