Welcome to the Community Page
Your hub for everything happening in Leitrim’s literary world.
Here you’ll find updates on upcoming book launches, local readings, writing workshops, and more. We also highlight news stories, author spotlights, and memorable moments from across the county.
If you know of an event we should feature, or you’ve spotted a great article about a Leitrim author, let us know! This space is for everyone who cares about the stories and voices of Leitrim — and you’re part of that story.
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Upcoming & Ongoing Events
Literary happenings across County Leitrim — book launches, readings, workshops, and more! See more events here.
In Our Own Words: Women’s Lives, Stories & Voices 2025
The Dockers Collective Monthly Meet-Ups 2025-2026
Martin Keaveney Creative Writing 2026
In the News
Book launches, author features, and literary coverage from across County Leitrim. See more news here.
Launch of Leitrim Guardian 2026, 58th Edition
Leitrim Observer
Publication Date: 21 November 2025
The launch of the Leitrim Guardian 2026, 58th edition, and the presentation of the Person of the Year Award to Gerry Farrell will take place in The Landmark Hotel.
Leitrim celebrates life story of Irish tunneller at book launch
Leitrim Observer
Publication Date: 16 November 2025
Michael McGovern's memoir 'From Irish Fields to London Tunnels' tells the story of leaving Ireland at seventeen, surviving London’s tunnels, and building a life in Leitrim.
The Leitrim Mattress Mick connection – from Mohill to Dublin
Leitrim Observer
Publication Date: 14 November 2025
Josephine McCaffrey, who hails originally from Mohill, struck up an unlikely and heartwarming friendship with one of Ireland’s most recognisable figures — Mattress Mick.