10 Books with Louise Nealon and Katriona O’Sullivan

What: Join us for the, much anticipated, Kildare Reader’s Festival’s 10 Books, a unique and personal event with acclaimed writers Louise Nealon (Snowflake, Everything That Is Beautiful) and Katriona O’Sullivan (Poor, Hungry).

📍Where: Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge

📅When: October 10th 2026@10.30am

Description: Sharing the stories behind the books that influenced them most, they’ll reflect on reading, writing, and the moments that shape a life. Expect warmth, insight, and plenty of inspiration for your own reading list.

Debut Authors

What: Join us for this exciting discussion featuring four fresh new voices in Irish fiction: Patrick Freyne (having just published his debut work of fiction Experts in a Dying Field) will be in conversation with Jennifer Bray (The Lies Between Us), Djamel White (All Them Dogs), and Edie May Hand (Dirtpickers).

📍Where: Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge

📅When: October 10th 2026 @ 1.00pm

Description: The panel, in conversation with writer and critic Eoghan Smith, will discuss what drove them to take the leap of faith and publish their debut fiction tomes, their inspirations, and the challenges that they faced.

More Information/Booking:

Cost Free, Booking advised through kildarereadersfestival.ie