✨ “Enchanting, witty, and melodic… This book carried me away. Let it carry you too.” — Doireann Ní Ghríofa Poet Erin Fornoff returns to #ILFDublin with a powerful live launch of her new epic poem We Are An Archipelago — the story of ninety-nine-year-old Bill, who returns to the island of his birth, and Deena, a young pregnant woman fleeing a difficult past. As a hurricane approaches, their unlikely friendship becomes a lifeline. This special performance features a full band, including renowned pianist Patrick O’Laoghaire (I Have A Tribe), double bassist Caimin Gilmore (Hozier, Lisa Hannigan, Ye Vagabonds) and legendary drummer Dominic Mullan. Blending story, sound and lyricism, this promises to be an evening of emotional depth and musical brilliance. Presented with support from Poetry Ireland. @jarsofshine @IHaveATribe

Join us for an evening of stories, sounds and spoken word as Edinburgh Makar Michael Pedersen launches his dazzling debut novel Muckle Flugga. 📚 Blending poetry and prose, Pedersen will be in conversation with Rick O’Shea, reflecting on island life, family, and the strange arrival that changes everything. The night also features a musical performance from Billy McCarthy of the Augustines, and an opening reading from poet Erin Fornhoff 🎶 A celebration of language, love, and the power of a well-told tale. "Enchanting, astonishingly compelling… rare and to be treasured.” — Stephen Fry @jarsofshine