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An Interview with Rosie Goldsmith
Rosie Goldsmith shares her passion for languages and work in translation and speaks of how being multilingual changes one's perception of the world and shapes identity.
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ROBYN ROWLAND IN CONVERSATION WITH DENISE O’HAGAN
Irish-Australian poet Robyn Rowland treats us to an extended taste of her world, from her early work and travels through to her experience of poetry in translation and the vital role of female poets.
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James Fountain in conversation with Clare Morris about his new book ‘The Poetry of Joseph Macleod’
‘Macleod is a modern master and utterly vital. I was absolutely thrilled to be the one entrusted with orchestrating his reintroduction to the world and rescuing his work from obscurity, after initial groundwork by Andrew Duncan’
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An Interview with Adam J Sorkin
Adam J Sorkin generously shares what it means to be creative and co-creative in the translation process, focusing on the joys and challenges of artistic collaborations.
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Mary O’Malley in conversation with Tracy Gaughan
'Eavan gave me the letters of Lowell and Bishop so that I would see one relationship between a man and a woman who were literary equals, and see that he regarded her as such. That’s how to teach.' Irish woman of letters, Mary O’Malley speaks to Tracy Gaughan about her life in literature, education and music, the rich culture that shaped her imagination and why place is not always tethered to location.
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An interview with Andrei Codrescu
In this generous, witty conversation, Andrei Codrescu confesses 'Writing poetry is the only skill the young need.'
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Theo Dorgan speaks to Tracy Gaughan
‘I hope I have been true to what was given to me to say, and that I have dealt honestly with the language.’ The Blue Nib welcomes Irish man of letters, Theo Dorgan who took time out to speak to Tracy Gaughan about his life in literature, the new flourishing in Irish language poetry and spending time with Doris Lessing
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Judith Beveridge in conversation with Denise O’Hagan
Described as ‘one of Australia’s most gifted poets', Judith Beveridge, speaks of her passion both for poetry and for the natural world.
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Una Mannion in conversation with Dave Kavanagh
Ahead of appearing in issue 44. Award-winning poet and writer, Una Mannion talks candidly with Dave Kavanagh about her early life, her writing day and why she finds particular comfort in prose.
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Irish poet Leeanne Quinn in Conversation with Tracy Gaughan
Irish poet, Leeanne Quinn speaks to Tracy Gaughan about literary history, art as consolation and why she never lets herself away with anything in her poems.
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Clara Burghelea talks with talented translator, Alexis Levitin
Alexis Levitin shares his view on being a translator in these cruel times: 'to show that we are all human, for better and for worse, and that language can uplift us, even if it cannot save us.'
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Helen Mort in Conversation with Tracy Gaughan
Ahead of appearing in issue 44 of The Blue Nib, Helen Mort speaks to Abhaile editor, Tracy Gaughan about unsung heroes, where poems come from and the places that shape her imagination.
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An interview with Viviana Fiorentino
Don't miss our interview with Vivian Fiorentino, one of the poets included in Issue 43 of The Blue Nib: 'Writing is a form of awakening but also a way to turn violence, rage, despair into transformation. Into hope.'
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PETER BOYLE IN CONVERSATION WITH DENISE O’HAGAN
Sydney-based poet and translator, Peter Boyle talks with Denise O'Hagan about his early experiences, what inspires him and why it is important to 'let go of the hunger for fame'.
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Eleanor Hooker speaks to Tracy Gaughan
Ahead of appearing in issue 43 of The Blue Nib. Eleanor Hooker takes time out to chat to Abhaile Editor, Tracy Gaughan.
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Shaylon Scott: An Interview with Founder and Black Literature Platform Creator
Maude Wahington in conversattion with Shaylon Scott, founder of Book Mecca — a platform for black authors.
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Mark Roper in conversation with Tracy Gaughan
Poet Mark Roper speaks to Tracy Gaughan about the books that gave him wings, his appetite for the sacred, and our relationship with the ‘more-than-human’ world.
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Interview: Cătălina Florina Florescu
Ahead of the publication of issue 43, International poetry editor, Clara Burghelea speaks to her featured poet, Cătălina Florina Florescu Clara Burghelea: Tell me...
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George Szirtes in conversation with Tracy Gaughan.
Ahead of the publication of September’s print issue, one of the UK’s most celebrated contemporary poets, George Szirtes speaks to Tracy Gaughan
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Poetry Profile – Robert Garnham
Ysella Sims in conversation with poet Robert Garnham, aka The Professor of Whimsy.
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Award winning Irish Poet Victoria Kennefick speaks to Tracy Gaughan
Victoria Kennefick on creative innovation, authenticity in writing and what makes poetry so compelling.
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Writer Profile Frances Browner
Poet and writer Frances Browner answers some questions about her writing and her process.
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Poetry Profiles by Ysella Sims – Chris White
Ysella Sims in conversation with poet and performer Chris White
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Rafael Mendes interview
Poet, Rafael Mendes in conversation with international poetry editor, Clara Burghelea.
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Claire Hennessy in Conversation with Tracy Gaughan
Writer and editor at Banshee Literary Journal, Claire Hennessy, offers advice to writers and speaks to Tracy Gaughan about the changing face of contemporary poetry, the perils of didacticism and shares some of her happiest moments at the journal
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Animal Behaviour Author, Amanda McLeod, in conversation with Denise O’Hagan
Denise O'Hagan caught up with her fellow country woman, Amanda McLeod to discuss creativity, writing and her new flash fiction collection, Animal Behaviour.
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Dave Kavanagh speaks to local author, Gerry McCullough
Author Gerry McCullough in conversation with Dave Kavanagh.
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Emerging Author Kate Mahony speaks to Dave Kavanagh
Journalist and now emerging author, Kate Mahony speaks to Dave Kavanagh about why she is drawn to writing fiction.
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Clara Burghelea catches up with emerging poet Enas Suleiman
A strong emerging voice, born and raised in the United Arab Emirates, Enas Suleiman is a poet from Sudan. She is the author of a poetry collection, ‘Tidal Waves’ and a co-founder of the NWN poetry community in Sudan.
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Poet and novelist Nick Browne speaks to Tracy Gaughan
Poet and novelist Nick Browne talks to Tracy Gaughan about gender bias, cultural identity, the benefits of constructive criticism and how poetry sustains us in times of crisis.
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Poet Angela Costi in conversation with Denise O’Hagan
Angela Costi is the author of four collections of poetry: Dinted Halos (Hit & Miss Publications, 2003), Prayers for the Wicked (Floodtide Audio and Sunshine Text, 2005), Honey and Salt (Five Islands Press, 2007) and Lost in Mid-Verse (Owl Publishing, 2014)
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Tracy Gaughan speaks to Galway Writer and Critic, Fred Johnston.
One of Galway’s most beloved writers, Fred Johnston talks to Tracy Gaughan about cultural politics, widening our imaginative horizons, and his life long love affair with the poetic craft.
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Interview with Luke Kennard
In this candid interview, Clare Morris talks to multi award-winning poet, novelist and lecturer, Luke Kennard about his career, his success and his current projects
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Poet and Author, Margaret Royall, speaks to Tracy Gaughan.
Shortlisted for the Bangor Literary Journal and Crowvus poetry prizes 2018. Margaret Royall's first collection appeared in 2017.
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Angela Dye in conversation with Rosemary McLeish.
Angela Dye sits down with poet, Rosemary McLeash
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Prize winning poet, John McCullough, speaks with Angela Dye
John McCullough’s first collection of poems, The Frost Fairs, won the Polari First Book Prize in 2012.
Issue 40 | December 2019 |
Denise O’Hagan in conversation with Audrey Molloy
Poet Audrey Molloy received the Hennessy Award for Emerging Poetry, the Aesthetica Creative Writing Award and the Listowel Writers’ Week Irish Poem of the Year Award in 2019.
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