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[close] Reginald Power is a shy and unassuming man. When at the suggestion of a friend he joins the local chess club he meets Delilah; a beautiful woman he fast becomes besotted with. Will Reggie capture this queen of hearts, or will the final move result in checkmate? Another exceptional tale of the macabre from award winning author, Robert E. Kearns

[close] Set in Waterford, Ireland. Reginald Power is a shy and unassuming man. When at the suggestion of a friend he joins the local chess club he meets Delilah; a beautiful woman he fast becomes besotted with. Will Reggie capture this queen of hearts, or will the final move result in checkmate? Another exceptional tale of the macabre from award winning author, Robert E. Kearns

[close] Five Stars from Reader's Favorite: "Fourth of July is a short work by Robert E. Kearns which follows the story of an Irishman named Myles. Married and the father of an infant, he struggles to provide for his family during the Great Famine. Although he’s luckier than many and works for wages, he watches as families starve because they can no longer eat off their blighted potato crops and are evicted from their simple homes when they can no longer pay rent to absentee landlords. When Myles is told that he’s being let go due to a lack of profits to pay his wages, he decides they must leave Ireland and seek a new life in America. But first, they must survive the journey, which has its own risks as people are crammed, sick and well together, onto ships to make the ocean crossing. Will Myles and his family survive?" "In Fourth of July, Kearns gives us the heart-wrenching story of a typical Irish immigrant family fleeing mass starvation, disease, homelessness, and poverty in Europe in the late 1840

[close] From Award Winning Author, Robert E. Kearns comes Fourth of July. A couple and their son plan to escape the carnage of Ireland's Great Famine. But, traversing the Atlantic, tragedy strikes. Fourth of July is a story of despair which turns to hope and the ultimate discovery of the American Dream. Beautiful from start to finish, Fourth of July picked up Five Stars from Reader's Favorite. For lovers of words and brilliant storytelling, this is one piece that will stay will you long after you've finished.

[close] Readers' Favorite, Five Star Review: "A Midnight Call to Monto by Robert E. Kearns is the story of two friends who learn that life can be perilous if they associate with the wrong people. Charles and Bertie are two friends who became as thick as thieves during their university days. Charles is a regular guy who likes the company of men and a drink at times, but Bertie is a lady’s man and his conquests are legendary. Things change for the two when Charles invites Bertie to Dublin for a week and to have a good time. However, Bertie wants to visit Monto, the red light area, and meet a few ladies for some fun. Suddenly, Bertie is different and there isn’t much Charles can do about it. He is head over heels for a young woman in the red light district and he wants to marry her. Can Charles stop Bertie from making any rash decision?" "I love the way Robert E. Kearns writes and his style of writing. His short stories are the best because he is able to encapsulate the lives of his characters in the m

[close] Five Stars from Readers' Favorite Charles and Bertie are friends from University. When Charles hosts Bertie for a week, he's surprised when pal suggests they pay a visit to Monto-Dublin's notorious Red Light district. From Pencraft Awards 1st Place Winning Author Robert E. Kearns comes another unforgettable story to excite the imagination.

[close] Tourniquet Lane and its cottage enter the thoughts of Henry and Lucy even though they live in different parts of the country. Through a series of letters, Henry gets around to asking his cousin if she might come to his estate for a visit. He's been ill of late and suggests the company might do him good. Besides, it will give them the opportunity to learn more regarding the mysterious cottage and what occurred there when they were children. A superb supernatural thriller from award winning author, Robert E. Kearns

[close] A Stunning Read from Award Winning author, Robert E. Kearns Tourniquet Lane and its cottage enter the thoughts of Henry and Lucy even though they live in different parts of the country. Through a series of letters, Henry gets around to asking his cousin if she might come to his estate for a visit. He's been ill of late and suggests the company might do him good. Besides, it will give them the opportunity to learn more regarding the mysterious cottage and what occurred there when they were children. A superb supernatural thriller from award winning author, Robert E. Kearns

[close] Tourniquet Lane and its cottage enter the thoughts of Henry and Lucy even though they live in different parts of the country. Through a series of letters, Henry gets around to asking his cousin if she might come to his estate for a visit. He's been ill of late and suggests the company might do him good. Besides, it will give them the opportunity to learn more regarding the mysterious cottage and what occurred there when they were children. A superb supernatural thriller from award winning author, Robert E. Kearns

[close] Readers; Favorite Five Star Review: An elderly man discovers an anomalous creature on the Irish moors in the jarring short story, Jeremiah Kildare and the Wolf of the Same County by Robert E. Kearns. Jeremiah Kildare lives in a state of stasis. He has lived in the county of Kildare and the same house for all fifty years of his life. Even though his parents are dead and gone, Jeremiah is still using the same room and bed that he always had. As per his normal routine, Jeremiah gets up early to take care of his animals. However, this morning Jeremiah hurries through his chores. Today, he has other plans. Jeremiah has some valued items buried in the moor awaiting his return. Unbeknownst to him, there is something sinister lying beneath the peat in the moor. Something waiting for him to unearth it. Jeremiah Kildare and the Wolf of the Same County by Robert E. Kearns is a bewitching and succinct narrative that comes to an unexpected and hair-raising conclusion. The text is flawlessly written in th

[close] "An ideal coffee break story to while away 15 minutes." - Book Angel "Jeremiah Kildare and the Wolf of the Same County by Robert E. Kearns is a bewitching and succinct narrative that comes to an unexpected and hair-raising conclusion." - Readers' Favorite In rural Ireland, Jeremiah Kildare lives alone in the house he was born in. His is a simple life marked by isolation and loneliness where everyday routines on the farm occupy him from dawn to dusk. Then, while on a break from his usual habits to recover an illicit stash of poteen in the bog he makes a startling discovery. What happens next is the stuff of nightmares. Another remarkable story from Robert E. Kearns

[close] Book Review From Readers' Favorite: "An elderly man discovers an anomalous creature on the Irish moors in the jarring short story, Jeremiah Kildare and the Wolf of the Same County by Robert E. Kearns. Jeremiah Kildare lives in a state of stasis. He has lived in the county of Kildare and the same house for all fifty years of his life. Even though his parents are dead and gone, Jeremiah is still using the same room and bed that he always had. As per his normal routine, Jeremiah gets up early to take care of his animals. However, this morning Jeremiah hurries through his chores. Today, he has other plans. Jeremiah has some valued items buried in the moor awaiting his return. Unbeknownst to him, there is something sinister lying beneath the peat in the moor. Something waiting for him to unearth it. Jeremiah Kildare and the Wolf of the Same County by Robert E. Kearns is a bewitching and succinct narrative that comes to an unexpected and hair-raising conclusion. The text is flawlessly written in t

[close] Five Stars from Readers' Favorite: "A Place of Rest by Robert E. Kearns is the story of a man who is not happy about his current situation. Tuck is a man of habits and he hates to break them. He doesn’t like mornings, he doesn’t like the cold and he never liked funerals. He was a creature of habit and all of these things forced him to break his habits. So when Tuck had to go to the funeral of a friend’s mother early in the morning on a cold day, he could not help but wish for it all to end soon so that he could go back to sleep. But he has no idea of the surprises that await him at the funeral. There are some things that he doesn’t know and when he finds out, he will be in for a surprise that he might not be able to contain." "Robert E. Kearns is a brilliant writer and he has a gift for writing some of the best short stories I have ever read. He has a way with words that will transport you into the story with the characters and make you live their lives. Even with a limited number of pages,

[close] Tuck has an obsession with time and an extreme dislike for funerals. Furthermore, he hates winter and wants for nothing more than a return to his cozy bed. Braving the elements Tuck's desire for a speedy service is answered. Still, might there be consequences for wishing his life away? Another fabulous story from award winning author Robert E. Kearns Five Stars from Readers' Favorite.

[close] Paddy Keenan enjoys a drink. Some might say he enjoys it too much. And when, in 1970s Dublin, the Keenan family come into a duck, the combination of it and Paddy's imbibing can have but one conclusion. From award winning author, Robert E. Kearns comes, The Feathers Flew; a short story with an extraordinary ending. Painting the picture of suburban life in a vanished era, Kearns poetic style leads us to a shocking and disturbing conclusion. Once read, The Feathers Flew is sure to linger on in your worst nightmares.

[close] Paddy Keenan enjoys a drink. Some might say he enjoys it too much. And when, in 1970s Dublin, the Keenan family come into a duck, the combination of it and Paddy's imbibing can have but one conclusion. From award winning author, Robert E. Kearns comes, The Feathers Flew; a short story with an extraordinary ending. Painting the picture of suburban life in a vanished era, Kearns poetic style leads us to a shocking and disturbing conclusion. Once read, The Feathers Flew is sure to linger on in your worst nightmares.

[close] Paddy Keenan enjoyed a drink. Some might say he enjoyed it too much. And when, in 1970s Dublin, the Keenan family come into a duck, the combination of it and Paddy's imbibing can have but one conclusion. From award winning author, Robert E. Kearns comes, The Feathers Flew; a short story with an extraordinary ending. Painting the picture of suburban life in a vanished era, Kearns poetic style leads us to a shocking and disturbing conclusion. Once read, The Feathers Flew is sure to linger on in your worst nightmares.

[close] Paddy Keenan enjoyed a drink. Some might say he enjoyed it too much. And when, in 1970s Dublin, the Keenan family come into a duck, the combination of it and Paddy's imbibing can have but one conclusion. From award winning author, Robert E. Kearns comes, The Feathers Flew; a short story with an extraordinary ending. Painting the picture of suburban life in a vanished era, Kearns poetic style leads us to a shocking and disturbing conclusion. Once read, The Feathers Flew is sure to linger on in your worst nightmares.

[close] Born into a pre-war and middle class Irish family, Rita Reilly enjoys a comfortable upbringing. Her family live above their newsagent and grocery store which prospers because of a terrific location and regular traffic. Rita has every reason to expect she'll complete secondary school, gain a university education, and continue on a path of her own choosing. However, when a death in the family occurs, Rita offers to stay behind while her parents and brother travel for the funeral. What happens while they are away will a profound affect on the entire Reilly family. The Reclusive Life of Rita Reilly is another marvelous tale from Robert E. Kearns.

[close] Born into a pre-war and middle class Irish family, Rita Reilly enjoys a comfortable upbringing. Her family live above their newsagent and grocery store which prospers because of a terrific location and regular traffic. Rita has every reason to expect she'll complete secondary school, gain a university education, and continue on a path of her own choosing. However, when a death in the family occurs, Rita offers to stay behind while her parents and brother travel for the funeral. What happens while they are away will a profound affect on the entire Reilly family. The Reclusive Life of Rita Reilly is another marvelous tale from Robert E. Kearns

[close] Emma was delighted to drop into Ireland AM to discuss ‘All The Rainbow’s Colours’.

[close] Here's my book review of the second book in Morgan Llywelyn's Irish Century Novels book series, 1921.

[close] The Gods of Clown Alley - A memoir by author, singer, songwriter, intuitive educator and bliss ambassador Tara O'Grady. Available on Amazon January 2023 www.taraogradymusic.com www.butterflycoach.org Original song written and recorded by Tara O'Grady "Take Me Home" appears on her Irish Bayou cd 2015 “What if I were to tell you we are all gods?” This is how Tara, the narrator, invites readers into her illuminating story of self healing after a debilitating depression that triggers suicidal thoughts and sparks a spiritual awakening with the realization that George Lucas was right, the Force is real.During a wellness retreat in Sedona, Arizona, Tara and her mother Mary, an Irish immigrant home caregiver, attend mind-body-spirit workshops as they struggle to self heal from depression. In this true story, the mother-daughter duo travel the world together inspired by their favorite books and films searching for love, meaning, and happiness as they awaken their awareness and remember their di

[close] Song and spoken word performed by Cónal Creedon and John Spillane - [Follow your nose is opening extract from Conal Creedon's award winning play - The Cure]

[close] Extract from Conal's nest novel - working title - Glory Be To the Father.

[close] This is a short documentary - about the portrait of Conal Creedon by Eileen Healy - part of the permanent collection of the Crawford Gallery.

[close] Conal Creedon featured on Claire Sand's song - Let's Take The Chance.

[close] Cónal Creedon receives Culture Awards from Cork Lord Mayor - John Sheehan.