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Roddy Doyle has nine novels under his belt; Kevin Barry has a debut novel on the way. Brought together over a pot of coffee, they discuss writing, reviews and great music. ARMINTA WALLACElistens in

AMONG THOSE at this year’s Cúirt festival in Galway were two Irish writers, one a well-known literary figure, the other just embarking on a career in writing.