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A sneak preview of Saturday’s books pages
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Belfast-born poet wins award for third time for his latest work Against the Clock
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It’s hard not to be bamboozled by the choice on offer. Here’s a selection of the best bits
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Home Front: short of space at home but don’t want to move? A garden house is an increasingly popular option
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As part of today’s celebrations, Lewis Kenny will be writing personalised verse at Poetry Ireland’s HQ
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Writers, poets, friends and fans reflect on Leonard Cohen’s words, music and work
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Cork-born poet takes €2,000 prize for ‘Nine Bright Shiners’ collection
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Celebrating Irish women writers: ‘She brought a non-sentimental, unexpected, visceral approach to each scene that made her screenwriting exciting and exceptional. Great movie writers are rare in this country and she was one of them’
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The five shortlisted writers for the award being given on March 21st have strong track records
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