Dublin Book Festival

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Various Locations, Wednesday 6th November - Sunday 10th November

The Dublin Book Festival is one of Ireland’s most successful and dynamic book festivals, running since June 2006 in the heart of Ireland’s capital with its rich literary history. ​This annual public festival is a celebration of Ireland’s writers and publishers, which showcases, supports and develops Irish books by programming and publicising their authors, editors and contributors – all in an entertaining, festive, friendly and accessible environment. Both established and emerging writers from a variety of genres come together to explore their books, share their insights, engage in stimulating conversations with each other and their audiences, and celebrate the art of writing.

This year’s dates are November 6th – 10th and the full programme of events is now live.

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Wednesday 6th November - Sunday 10th November
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