Where does the time go??

Where does the time go??? 

9 days editing at the lovely Tyrone Guthrie Centre in Annaghmakerrig.

A full day crime writing workshop at the Irish Writers Centre​ on Saturday.

Time spent with grandchildren on Sunday.

A visit to the dentist to discuss root canal work scheduled for next week on Monday.

Catching up with work after time away.

A day or two with painkillers and more editing.

Then early flight with Jackie Walsh​ to go to Crimefest Bristol​ on Friday morning.

....oh yes, that's where some of it went.....

Running Away!

I'll be off to the Tyrone Guthrie Artist Retreat in Annaghmakerrig a couple of days earlier than expected this Wednesday. 

Why? Life kept interrupting the editing process on The Game Changer and sometimes running away is a good option!!

Nine days, with me, the script, my laptop, a couple of books, and some yummy food with wonderful surroundings and people has to be good - right??

Announcing the New Jack Harte Bursary!!

NEWS FROM THE IRISH WRITERS' CENTRE!!

Announcing the new Jack Harte Bursary
– awarded by the Irish Writers Centre in association with the Tyrone Guthrie Centre

The Irish Writers Centre and the Tyrone Guthrie Centre at Annaghmakerrig have come together to offer a two-week fully resourced Writer-in-Residence Bursary to take place in spring 2015. The award is named in honour of Jack Harte, founder of the Irish Writers Centre, in celebration and acknowledgement of his contribution to Irish literature.

Who Can Apply:
This is an open call to writers resident in Ireland with a proven track record and at least one book of fiction or short stories published by a recognised publisher.

How to Apply:
Applications are accepted by email only to director@writerscentre.ie . Please include:

1. A cover letter including your personal details and statement of artistic intent, clearly and concisely outlining the project you would like to focus on during your time at Annaghmakerrig.
2. An updated Curriculum Vitae (max. two A4 pages) including publications with ISBNs.
3. Clearly labelled samples of recent work (up to three short samples of up to 300 words).
4. Any relevant information on your proposed project such as written excerpts, photos, research information, etc.

Application Deadline:
26 September, 2014 at 5pm. No late applications will be considered. Applications will be acknowledged by email on receipt.

Selection Process:
Applications go before a selection committee of the Board of the Irish Writers Centre and a nominee of the Tyrone Guthrie Centre. The successful applicant will be notified by letter no later than November 7, 2014. The recipient of the bursary will be publicly announced by Jack Harte at a celebration event on Thursday 4 December at the Irish Writers’ Centre.

We are delighted to offer this exciting opportunity.

http://www.writerscentre.ie/html/opportunities.htm

Editing, retreats and all things writing!!!

Right, I'm off into hiding AGAIN:-)

For the next few weeks, I'll be working on editing The Doll's House, making sure it's all lovely and enjoyable for you by the time it's released on August 1st!!!

To help along the way, and to ensure I don't sneak back on-line, especially when my disciplined, well behaved self, isn't looking - I'm also going away to the fantastic Tyrone Guthrie Centre at Annaghmakerrig for a while.

I really hope I don't end up in the haunted room, because I need peace and quiet to get the job done.

Here are some nice pics to give you a flavour of the place - but I promise, I'll bring some more images back with me!!!!