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We did it! We made the best seller list. This title is bigger than my wildest dreams. The Power of the Prompt IS live on the Irish Times Best Seller list! I just opened the a bottle of bubbles that's been sitting in the fridge for 'a special and miraculous happening'. I've been waiting and pacing. It's midnight, most of you are asleep and dreaming. Me? I'm crying and laughing at the same time. Thank you Howth, you delivered! So how did we do that? Howth Writing Workshops g

The debut non-fiction The Power of the Prompt - Growing a writing community, is being released at 7pm April 30th, this Thursday In the Abbey Tavern, Howth 3 local stories by Eoghan Ryan called 'The Back' Helen Lahert 'Four Generations' Catherine Whelan will read from the book 'Martin' Music by Saltaire. Dearbhail McDonald in conversation with Lara O'Brien The book will be for sale on the night, or pre-order on the link above. Please join us and and support the Howth Writing W

We (Lara and the writers of the workshop, plus guests) are delighted to announce our debut non-fiction publication. The Power of the Prompt is a lyrical blend of memoir and guide. Narrated by Lara O'Brien on her return to her coastal hometown of Howth, Ireland to start and facilitate Howth Writing Workshops. What begins with an 'invite to write' becomes a group interested in their life story, writing, and creative people willing to discover the transformative power of writin

March offers a rich lineup of writing workshops and events designed to inspire creativity, support wellbeing, and explore your life stories. Whether you prefer in-person gatherings or online sessions, this month presents opportunities to connect with fellow writers, explore your life stories, and nurture your passion for writing. Take a look at what’s happening and how you can benefit from these unique experiences. Writing workshop space ready for participants In-Person Works

While it might not feel it with all the rain, world chaos, and big freeze, but spring’s arrival brings a subtle and powerful shift in energy. As the earth begins to warm and life stirs beneath the surface, Imbolc offers a moment to reflect, and prepare for the growth ahead. Life is stirring, so is your energy to move, creative, and nurture life. Imbolc invites us to connect deeply with nature’s rhythms and our own inner renewal. Join us to write, connect through story, and su

Imagine a week where your mind, body, and creativity come alive in one of Spain’s most inspiring coastal regions. From March 28th to April 4th, Suryalila, Europe's number 1 retreat, Cadiz, offers a unique retreat combining the calming practice of restorative yoga with the expressive power of writing. Led by yoga teacher Michelle Berrange and author Lara O'Brien, this retreat invites participants to explore self-discovery and invites one to live a creative life through movemen

What a year! Here at Howth Writing Workshops and Hooks & Reels I’m winding down the year with gratitude to you all for attending workshops and Hooks & Reels and celebrating the age-old art of storytelling. I'm planning the writing year for workshops, creative projects, and literary and musical events for 2026. This year we held our Friday workshops in Church Street and so many new stories were born, crafted and polished, many went on to become Hooks & Reels highlighted st

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We are delighted to be hosting the Howth Samhain Festival for Fingal County Council (Home of Halloween). Through our traditional nights...

We held a fantastic Youth Summit in mid-August where young women gathered to write, reflect on leadership, their own leadership...

At Howth Writing Workshops and Retreats. Last night we celebrated our 11th Hooks & Reels event (an evening of story and song.) The...

This year has already brought a lot of great stories and wonderful characters into our lives. From the workshops, to our latest retreat...

An fantastic night of poetry and chat with renowned Poet and Playwright Paula Meehan. Howth Writing Workshops presents four stories by...

New Year, New stories at Howth Writing Workshops. We started back with a mission. The Friday and Wednesday writers brought in pieces...

An appreciation post and Happy Christmas to all who celebrate. Thank you to all the writers who dived into their stories with Howth...

An amazing night of song, stories, and celebrating our community. The atmosphere was everything the Abbey Tavern is traditionally known...

For winning Best Yoga Retreat at the OM Yoga Awards with Vidya (the visionary founder) has just been named Best Yoga Teacher Trainer.

We are so delighted to bring to the community our November Hooks & Reels, an evening of story and song. Tickets are on sale now!...

Open for bookings and getting really excited for the group that is coming together. We will Finish with a Hooks & Reels - evening of...

We are delighted to be back for our community autumn events and hosting our 8th Hooks & Reels - evenings of story and song. We will open...