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: Fidelma and Ann Flood

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Caption: Fidelma and Ann Flood

Caption: Sarah and Frank Gearty, John Connell

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Caption: Sarah and Frank Gearty, John Connell

Caption: Sr Maeve, Francis Gray

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Caption: Sr Maeve, Francis Gray

Caption: Helen and John Kiernan

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Caption: Helen and John Kiernan

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