Dublin Writer's Festival

Monday 4th - Sunday 10th June 2012

The Dublin Writers Festival is Ireland's premier literary event celebrating the very best of Irish and international writers. Now in its 14th year, the annual literary festival provides audiences with a unique opportunity to experience high quality live literature with acclaimed authors through readings, discussions, debates and public interviews.

This event is presented by Dublin City Council in association with the Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon.

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Address:  Dublin City Arts Office, The Lab, Foley Street, Dublin
Telephone: +353 (0)1 222 5455

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