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- North American Time: With Felicia McCarthy
- An Astráil: With Denise O'Hagan
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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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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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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.
Issue 43 September 2020
Michael Morpurgo in conversation with Clare Morris
Popular and much-loved author, poet and playwright, Michael Morpurgo talks candidly with Clare Morris about his influences, his sources of inspiration, his writing day and his hopes for the future.
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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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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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Missing the Daily Pre-Covid Commute by Melissa Todd
As restrictions tighten and we are advised to work from home, Melissa Todd remembers the creative potential of the morning commute.
The Write Life With Clare Morris
The Mediated Art by Adrian Salmon
Poet and former choral scholar, Adrian Salmon continues the debate about the relationship between poetry and music.
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Dominique Hecq Reviews ‘The Gang Of One’ by Robert Harris
Dominique Hecq reviews 'The Gang Of One' by Robert Harris.
Seanchaí: With Lydia Renfro
Howard Baskerville’s Wall by Farhad H. Gooraan, Translated by Parisa Saranj
While there is more than forty years of hostility between the two countries, Iranians take solace in the fact that once an American gave his life for democracy in Iran: Howard Baskerville
The Write Life With Clare Morris
Devouring Riches by Rose Mary Boehm
Novelist and poet, Rose Mary Boehm discusses her life and craft with engaging candour.
Poetry In Translation
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Karin Molde’s poems have a visual narrative streak, guiding the reader’s gaze to the little, yet potent, details that make their stories.
Seanchaí: With Lydia Renfro
The Shroud of Turin by Michael K. White
Michael K White's tale of a green beetle on a windshield is not quite what it seems...
The Write Life With Clare Morris
Sunday Lunch with the Lawrences at Kiowa by Michael Paul Hogan
Poet, journalist, fiction writer and literary essayist, Michael Paul Hogan takes us to Kiowa Ranch, New Mexico in 1925 and a question asked of the host that has significance for us all.