I used to think I could do everything myself. There’s nothing I can’t turn my hand to and if I don’t know how, I can research it. Research is my Super Power.

Over time, however, I’ve realised that no woman is an island and using your network makes life simpler. After I heard about Sandra Sullivan - a.ka. Little Miss Unimpressed - lining up high profile Irish writers for Trim Library, I resolved to find a rival lineup for Castle Bailey Library. Boss Lady loved the idea and encouraged me to make it a big event. We are planning readings throughout Heritage Week to celebrate our literary heritage.

Thank goodness for librarian Ireland being a small place. I’m ridiculously active on social media, along with Bob the Library Bear, and have made friends with other bookish people. Add in t...

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