Events
Bad Chances by Edmund Coleman
We are excited to host the official launch of ‘Bad Chances,’ the gripping debut novel by Dublin-based author, Ed Coleman. Immerse yourself in the gritty streets of Dublin as a tenacious Garda Detective delves into a series of mysterious deaths plaguing the homeless community, uncovering dark truths that lurk in the shadows. Perfect for aficionados of crime fiction craving a narrative rooted in their own backyard, ‘Bad Chances’ promises a riveting read that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Don’t miss out on this thrilling book launch event! And special thanks to Teelings Whiskey Distillery for sponsoring the launch with welcome cocktails!
Thursday 4th of April
Doors at 6pm
The Visual Detox by Marine Tanguy
We’re going to be celebrating the publication Marine Tanguy’s new book, The Visual Detox! “The average person sees about 10,000 commercial visuals a day. Yet, research shows we can only process about 1% of the visual information we encounter. If a picture is worth a thousand words, where does this excess leave us?” If you’ve been looking for a way to cut back on your social media intake, or curate a truly soothing space for yourself online, then this is the book for you! And especially make sure to come by on the 22nd if you’re wanting a signed copy!
Friday 22nd of August
Doors at 6pm
Spanish-English Language Exchange
Ever fancied learning a new language? Feeling a bit rusty with your Spanish/English? Come to our Spanish-English Language Exchange meet up! Speakers at all levels are welcome, if you’re starting out or wanting to refresh your conversational skills it doesn’t matter to us. Patricia “La Mexicana” will lead the exchanges and provide a fun and welcoming atmosphere (along with tea and coffee). These sessions are happening on the following dates with more to follow:
2nd, 16th and 30th of August
13th and 27th of September
If you’re wanting more info, you can find it on our Meet Up page: https://www.meetup.com/dublin-exchange-meetup-group/events/294908295 or you can contact Patricia on 0861681089
” I Don’t Want To Talk About Home” Suad Aldarra in conversation with Ruth Medjber
Friday 14th April 2023 7.00pm
I don’t want to talk about home is Suad Aldarra’s strikingly honest memoir , documenting her journey from Syria to Ireland via Egypt. It is not a memoir about war and destruction. It’s not about camps or boats. It’s about the enduring love for a home that ceased to exist, building a life out of the rubble, and the parts of yourself you lose and find when integrating into a new world.
Dublin born and globally based , Ruth Medjber is an accomplished photographer and author. In 2022 Ruth found her radio voice and began hosting “Spotlight” , a weekly arts and culture radio show on Dublin City FM.
This is a free event and refreshments will be served. To secure your ticket book on eventbrite or contact us on 087 4087722
“The Táin” A Reading by Alan Titley
Friday 24th March 2023
Thrilled to have had Alan Titley in store with us at Books at One Dublin for a reading from ‘The Táin’ and a questionnaire 😊🙌 Thank you to Little Island and our many supporters here in the Liberties helping to bring books to the area every day 😍📚
Readings At The Bookshop
On Thursday 8th December forty-eight children from St. Brigid’s Primary School met Ellen Ryan , award winning author of “Girls Who Slay Monsters”.
Following an introduction to Irish Goddesses, Ellen entertained everybody with a reading from her book. This was followed by a fun quiz where the children were encouraged to discover “Which Goddess are you?”
Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors each child received a free signed copy of the book.
December 2022
Join us on Friday December 2nd at 5pm for the Liberties Launch of “We Dare to Dream of an Island of Equals” by Des Geraghty in Books at One Meath Street.
Des Geraghty is a trade unionist and social activist. He is a former President of SIPTU and served as an MEP from 1992 to 1994. He is also a musician and folklorist and author of several books.
A born and bred Liberties man, Des explores some of the history of the first century of Irish Independence through the story of his own family’s involvement in a multitude of social, political and cultural movements.
The book is being launched by Seamus Dooley, Secretary of the National Union of Journalists.
Award winning poet, Irish Times poetry editor and fellow local Gerard Smith will recite some poetry and there will be music from Jerry O’Reilly, traditional singer and dancer and organiser of the renowned Goilin Traditional Singers Club.
Light refreshments will be served.
November 2022
Book Birthday with Sarah Webb , author of “Be Inspired”
On Friday 25th November 2022 sixty children from St.Brigid’s Primary School and Francis Street CBS celebrated the publication of “Be Inspired” with award winning author Sarah Webb. Sarah entertained adults and children alike with a brief history of her journey as a writer. This was followed by birthday cake for everyone. Each child received a signed copy of “Be Inspired” and a goody bag of stationery to kickstart their own writing career!
