The event was opened by Festival Director and owner of Ballyscullion Park, Rosalind Mulholland with an overview of the festival and the exciting speakers coming, including award-winning international writers Jung Chang and Lionel Shriver.
Lyndsy Spence, biographer of Scandalous Ladies; architectural historian Paul Harron; author and photographer of Abandoned Ireland, Rebecca Brownlie and journalist Stephen Walker each spoke about their talks and excitement for the book festival.
Andy Heyn outlined the stimulating panel discussion: SLEEPWALKING TOWARDS OBLIVION: IS THE WEST FINISHED? in which he is participating with other experts on international affairs from Queens University.
From inspiring conversations to unmissable author events, this year’s programme is set to be bigger, bolder, and more thought-provoking than ever.
Tickets are available by visiting: https://www.ballyscullionpark.com/book-festival
13. Book Festival launch
Guests who attended the launch event. Photo: Matthew Allen Photography
14. Book Festival launch
Eileen Beamish playing for guests at the launch event in Belfast. Photo: Matthew Allen Photography