International Literature Festival Dublin

Over the past ten days, you filled Merrion Square Park with ideas, laughter, and unforgettable moments. We hope you enjoyed ILFD 2025 as much as we did! 🎉📚✨ Help us make next year even better—take our short survey for a chance to win a Dubray book voucher: ilfdublin.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=…

📚 🎁 Looking for the perfect present for the book lover in your life? 📚 🎁 An ILFD gift voucher is the perfect thoughtful gift for book lovers, literary enthusiasts or those who are looking to be inspired. The International Literature Festival Dublin runs from 15th - 24th May 2026 and vouchers can be used across various events – from exciting performances, to thought-provoking conversations, to hands-on workshops. There is plenty for everyone! ilfdublin.com/merch-vouchers/

The nominations for the 2026 Dublin Literary Award have been revealed! 📚🎉 The 69 nominated novels were selected by 80 libraries across 36 countries, showcasing an exceptional range of contemporary fiction. Explore the full list of nominations here: dublinliteraryaward.ie/the-library/pr…

It’s here! The 2026 Dublin Literary Award Nominated Titles are out! ✨📚 69 novels nominated by 80 libraries from 36 countries, including 5 Irish authors & 30 translated works in 17 languages. Explore the full list here: dublinliteraryaward.ie/features/news/… @DubCityCouncil @dubcilib

Meet with 10 writers this Saturday from 11am at Europe House Dublin for the 1st edition of "Storylines Europe" Discover the stories that shape our continent through rich conversations on identity, language, memory and creativity. Free booking 👉 storylineseurope.ie

We are delighted to announce @EmmaDabiri as our new non-fiction editor. Emma is taking over the reins from Róisín Kiberd who has worked on our three most recent issues, including the special climate issue which we’ll publish later this month. stingingfly.org/news/announcin… Emma Dabiri FRSL is an award-winning author of three non-fiction books, Don’t Touch My Hair, What White People Can Do Next and Disobedient Bodies. Emma will be reading the creative non-fiction submissions received during the current open submission round (closing Tuesday 18 November 5pm).

📕 Storylines Europe, a new annual celebration of European literature, translation, and ideas taking place on Saturday, 22 November 2025 at Europe House, Dublin. With EUNIC Ireland and supported by @eurireland. Learn more and register: eventbrite.ie/e/storylines-e…

Congratulations to Hungarian novelist László Krasznahorkai on the 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature win - a richly deserved recognition of his singular voice. 🇭🇺✨ #nobelprize2025 irishtimes.com/culture/books/…

We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Manchán Magan. A gifted writer, broadcaster, and advocate for the Irish language, his work inspired so many to connect with our culture, heritage, and environment in new and profound ways. His voice and vision will be greatly missed. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. rte.ie/news/2025/1003…

Announcing Poetry Ireland’s Introductions | Céadlínte poets for 2025! Thanks to Jessica Traynor for selecting our Introductions poets and Aifric Mac Aodha for selecting our Céadlínte poets. Supported by @artscouncil_ie and @ArtsCouncilNI National Lottery Funding.

"What we see from trains – and how we see it – reflects a century of profound social, economic and environmental transformation. Trains represent progress as much as they ever have, but – today – a different sort of progress." Caoilinn Hughes theguardian.com/travel/2025/au…

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Seán Rocks, the beloved voice of RTÉ’s Arena. His passion for literature and the arts was unmatched. We were honoured to work with him over the years. Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and all who knew him. 🕊️ rte.ie/news/ireland/2…

‘What makes a good story?’ We are delighted to announce that the new Laureate for Irish Fiction 2025-2028 is Éilís Ní Dhuibhne! Norwegian-Irish journalist, writer and member of the international selection panel Mariella Frostrup: “I’m so excited by the appointment of Éilís Ní Dhuibhne as Laureate for Irish Fiction. It’s a welcome opportunity to acknowledge and highlight a remarkable writing career, encompassing short stories, novels and non-fiction and also to celebrate her valuable contribution to Gaelic via her bi-lingual prose. Her short stories, novels and non-fiction profoundly speak to the female experience while dealing with universal themes of aspiration, disappointment, love, jealousy, hope and human inadequacy- often with a hefty ladle of humour thrown in! As a teacher of creative writing, she’s shown a deft ability to inspire writers and readers alike, adding to her credentials for this new public-facing role. I’m delighted that her wonderful books will now be introduced to an even wider audience and very much looking forward to the programme of activity that she will lead during her term as Laureate.” Hear more about what Éilís had to say about the appointment: @IrishWritersCtr @poetryireland @LibrariesIre @MunLitCentre @Lit_Ireland @Aosdana @NLIreland @booksellingirel @MartinDoyleIT @clinianluain @wcorklitfest @DublinCityofLit @mariellaf1 @AntonHur @Teaobrehtwriter @ChairOfPoetry @PiersTorday @CuirtFestival @dalkeybookfest @DublinBookFest @ILFDublin @MoLI_Museum @PublishingIRL @BlackstaffNI

Thank You from ILFD! 🙏📚 As the curtain falls on this year’s International Literature Festival Dublin, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who made it unforgettable — the brilliant writers, passionate readers, curious minds, and dedicated teams behind the scenes.

Moomins, mesmerising talks, music, and movement! Just a taste of what took place last night at ILFD as the festival nears its conclusion later today! ✨📚🎶 📷 Photos by Kamyla Abreu #ILFD25 #ILFD

It's the final day of ILFD 2025 but there's still plenty to enjoy! 🌟 Powerful talks, hands-on workshops, foodie chats 🍴, and fun for the whole family 🎨📚

🌟 Huge thanks to our incredible volunteers – your tireless work, good humour, and endless energy has made this festival possible. We truly couldn't have done it without you! 🙌💛

More unforgettable moments from Friday evening at #ILFD25 — where spoken word lit up the stage, bold ideas sparked powerful conversations, stories of crime and mystery kept us guessing, and live music carried us into the night. ✨📚🎶 📷 Photos by Kamyla Abreu

Looking back at some magic moments from Friday morning ✨—puppets, the insider’s guide to publishing for children and YA, and plenty of fun along the way 🎭📚

📚 There’s still time to pick up your next great read from the Dubray pop-up bookshop! What’s calling to you from the shelves? 👀✨ @dubraybooks