Lucy Caldwell: ‘In ways it was a normal childhood...and yet’
Author on how the Troubles affected her life, her writing and her Irish identity
The best books of 2021 so far: Novels, memoirs, short stories and more
Authors and critics choose the books that have moved and impressed them this year
The Fire Starters review: A blazing tale in east Belfast
Jan Carson’s captivating novel should hopefully earn her international recognition
The Wooden Hill review: Promising debut from Armagh writer
Jamie Guiney’s collection of stories is a mixed bag, with some stark moments of clarity and emotion
‘Sweet Home’ is a debut collection that lingers long in the memory
Wendy Erskine is a startling new voice from Belfast that comes alive in short story format
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Common Ground
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
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