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SUMMARY:Creative Writing / Poetry Workshop & Readings with Amy Abdullah Barry
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate St Brigid’s Festival 2026 with a workshop designed to spark creativity and deepen your writing practice. Inspired by themes of renewal\, spring\, and feminine strength\, this session will explore how to connect your words to the season’s energy and Brigid’s enduring spirit. \nThis workshop is suitable for beginner level or those interested in writing. \nDate:  Friday 30th January\, 2026 \nWorkshop Times: 10.00 am – 12.00 pm \nReadings: 12pm – 12.30pm \n————————– \nWhat to Expect: \n\nDiscover your audience and how to shape your voice. Who are you writing for?\nGetting Published: Practical tips to navigate one of the biggest challenges for new writers and make the process more rewarding.\nCommitment to Writing: Learn ways to sustain your creative journey and demonstrate dedication to your craft.\n\nBring along a piece of your recent writing if you wish—sharing is optional and pressure-free. \nCourse Outcomes: \nParticipants will leave with a deeper understanding of how to make the most of their writing journey\, plus actionable tips to nurture and sustain their creative practice. \nAbout Amy Abdullah Barry  \nAmy Abdullah Barry\, originally from Penang\, Malaysia\, now lives in Athlone. She is published widely in journals and magazines and featured in Breaking Ground Ireland. Her poems have been translated into many languages and she has been awarded Literature bursaries from The Arts Council and Words Ireland. Chosen for the Poetry Ireland Introductions Series in 2022\, she has performed her work in Ireland and internationally. A travel lover\, she previously worked in the media\, hotel and oil/gas industry. She regularly organises poetry events in her hometown. Flirting with Tigers is her debut collection of poems. \n————————– \nBooking Information \nThis is a free to book workshop with limited spaces available. Click here to book. \n 
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