On Saturday, February 28, in Granard Library, the launch for the Granard Booktown Festival presented what is to be expected for its fourth year. With plenty to be excited about in April, the launch has promised plenty of interesting events for literary lovers. Photos were taken by Shelley Corcoran and we hope you enjoy this gallery.

placeholder image — On Saturday, February 28, in Granard Library, the launch for the Granard Booktown Festival presented what is to be expected for its fourth year. With plenty to be excited about in April, the launch has promised plenty of interesting events for literary lovers. Photos were taken by Shelley Corcoran and we hope you enjoy this gallery.

PICTURES | It's official! Granard Booktown Festival has its launch

By Longford Leader Reporter

Published 3rd Mar 2026, 20:33 GMT

The festival is coming into its fourth year, with workshops included for the first time

Caption: Chrissie Flood, Winnie Howard

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Caption: Chrissie Flood, Winnie Howard

Caption: Angela Walsh, John Connell

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Caption: Angela Walsh, John Connell

Caption: Sharon Leavy, David Maguire

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Caption: Sharon Leavy, David Maguire

Caption: Kieran and Faustina Rogers

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Caption: Kieran and Faustina Rogers

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