Wicklow writers Claire Keegan and Audrey Magee have been honoured for their novels Small Things Like These and The Colony respectively.
13 books have been nominated for the award which is open to works by writers of any nationality, written in English and published in the UK or Ireland.
There is a £50,000 prize up for grabs and the winner will be announced on October 17th.
UCD Study To Lay Bare The Blight Of 'Sheep Worrying' Across Wicklow
There's hardly a sheep farmer in Wicklow who hasn't been affected according to expert
“A Secure Home In Time For Christmas” - Boost For Blessington With New Cost Rental Plans
28 new affordable rental homes are coming to Blessington
Man Due In Court After Back-To-Back Robberies In Bray
Wicklow Housing Growth Remains Strong
The latest Department of Housing figures reveal almost one thousand new homes were commenced throughout Wicklow in the first seven months of this year.
Emergency Road Closure at Cappagh Next Week
Traffic management and diversions will operate on Tuesday 25th & Wednesday 26th August.
7:00am - 10:00am
Saturday Breakfast
10:00am - 2:00pm
More Music Weekend
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