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Cat Hogan

@cathogan.bsky.social

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Writer of novels (They All Fall Down, There Was a Crooked Man). Best sellers. Award nominated. Agent- Stephanie Glencross @David Higham. Foodie. Masters in Criminology. Mother to wildlings. Tea cures everything Lover of music 🎶 and kindness

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Cat Hogan @cathogan.bsky.social · 28m

It's a bit of a disaster alright. I'm trying to get to grips with the logic behind the decision to boot everyone on the pilot who have worked so hard to get it retained then extended then expanded pushing us back into the very position it sought to fix. We're still none the wiser for next steps

Cat Hogan @cathogan.bsky.social · 2d

Sitting here listening to the launch of 'The Poems of Seamus Heaney', put together by Dr Rosie Lavan and Bernard O'Donoghue. Moderated by @rickoshea.bsky.social
Analysis by @fotoole.bsky.social and Victoria Kennefick amongst others.
It's a joy, lyrically& musically.
His presence is felt ♥️

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𝔻𝕖𝕔𝕝𝕒𝕟 𝕆'𝔻𝕣𝕚𝕤𝕔𝕠𝕝𝕝 @jacqbetula.bsky.social · 2d

It's a great day to remember how important a translator like @ottiliemulzet.bsky.social is for those of us who can only read in English.
Without her superb translations, we would have missed so much of the great work of László Krasznahorkai.

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Nuala O'Connor @nualaoconnor.bsky.social · 2d

Look at this little beauty, an exquisite hardback edition of James Joyce's story 'The Dead' from @newislandbooks.bsky.social
And I've written a new intro, which was both pleasure and privilege.

Out Nov. 7th!

❄️ ❄️ ❄️ ❄️ ❄️

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Emmet Kirwan @emmetkirwan.bsky.social · 2d

Two different front pages two non stories. They’re looking for another second smoking gun. I can’t put my finger on it but it seems like the two most widely read papers in the country have a preferred candidate.

Cat Hogan @cathogan.bsky.social · 2d

Dear (fellow BIA receipients. What are your thoughts about the latest update? (DM me if you don't want to comment publicly)
#basicincomeforthearts
#artssector

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Dr Mary McAuliffe @drmarymcauliffe.bsky.social · 3d

Author and TD among five Irish people on board latest Gaza flotilla intercepted by Israel
#speirgorm #stopthegenocide
jrnl.ie/6838266

Author and TD among five Irish people on board latest Gaza flotilla intercepted by Israel

There were five Irish citizens aboard boats in the flotilla.

Cat Hogan @cathogan.bsky.social · 3d

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Cat Hogan @cathogan.bsky.social · 4d

That's a rather lovely little collection ♥️ I'm not going to say the C word yet but that's several C word you know whats sorted.

Cat Hogan @cathogan.bsky.social · 4d

Oh Christ. I hear you.

Cat Hogan @cathogan.bsky.social · 4d

Yeah, you're not alone in feeling like that. I think its curtains for us in Feb (which is cruel) in spite of the fact it's a good thing that has happened.
I'll have to go back to full time work. One income household here and that's a good chunk of it. Ciao, writing days.

Cat Hogan @cathogan.bsky.social · 4d

We have no idea yet, Colm. Climbing the walls. He did indicate at the press release that pilot is over in Feb. My take away is new scheme of 2000 through lottery. I'm praying I'm wrong because if I'm not, I've effectively just lost a job.

Cat Hogan @cathogan.bsky.social · 4d

I'm sharing this again in light of today's announcement, particularly for those who are curious about what the BIA is/does/means for receipients.
We have absolutely no idea what shape it's going to take from here on in or if it's going to be another competitive application/lottery.
Stay tuned

Cat Hogan @cathogan.bsky.social · 15d

Míle buíochas @irishexaminer.bsky.social for the invite to write about the Basic Income for the Arts pilot scheme. It's been a game changer for many professional artists and recognition of the sectors importance to society and economy
The fight is not over yet
www.irishexaminer.com/opinion/comm...

The basic income scheme for the arts changed my life

The guaranteed €325 a week allowed me to pay myself a living wage to sit at my desk and write my two novels. Now we're asking the Government to retain and expand the scheme

www.irishexaminer.com

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Cormac Kinsella @cormackinsella.bsky.social · 6d

Excellent tribute to the man and his work by @unamullally.bsky.social

In Manchán Magan, Ireland had a writer whose words could light up the synapses

www.irishtimes.com/opinion/2025...

Una Mullally: In Manchán Magan, Ireland had a writer whose words could light up the synapses

Magan was a wholly authentic force, full of awe and devoid of cynicism

www.irishtimes.com

Cat Hogan @cathogan.bsky.social · 7d

Ah, such lovely words from @blindboyboatclub.bsky.social and Liam Ó on @rteradio1.bsky.social now. A tribute and a prayer to their friend. ❤️ 🐝

Cat Hogan @cathogan.bsky.social · 8d

He was such a lovely man. I had the pleasure of spending time in his company, only once, a few years ago and he left such an impression. Thinking of the people who knew and loved him well. Massive loss to the guardians of Irish language and culture.

Cat Hogan @cathogan.bsky.social · 8d

So sad 😔. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

Cian Ó Concubhair @cianoconcubhair.bsky.social · 8d

Is nuacht an-bhrónach domsa í seo

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis

www.rte.ie/news/2025/10...

Broadcaster and scríbhneoir Manchán Magan dies aged 55

The writer, broadcaster and documentary maker Manchán Magan has died at the age of 55, his family has confirmed.

Cat Hogan @cathogan.bsky.social · 9d

Thanks @sineadgleeson.bsky.social for sharing the poem below.
I can't stop thinking of @sarahmaintains.bsky.social and the Irish citizens. Thinking of all the other activists too @freedomflotilla.bsky.social
Hard not to feel furious and pretty useless at the same time.
Keep shouting.
🇵🇸

Sinéad Gleeson @sineadgleeson.bsky.social · 9d

Thinking of @sarahmaintains.bsky.social and the other Irish citizens who are part of the @freedomflotilla.bsky.social, and have been detained by the IDF who illegally intercepted them in international waters.

Here is Sarah’s poem, ‘If I had any other thing’:

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Sheila Killian @sheilakillian.bsky.social · 9d

here is the @irishpen.bsky.social statement on the Global Sumud Flotilla

irishpen.com/2025/10/02/g...

Global Sumud Flotilla Statement - Irish PEN/PEN na hÉireann

2 October August 2025 Irish PEN/PEN na hÉireann is gravely concerned about the abduction of poet Sarah Clancy, one of several Irish citizens taking part in the Global Sumud Flotilla. The flotilla was ...

Cat Hogan @cathogan.bsky.social · 12d

Team Libra 🎉⭐

Cat Hogan @cathogan.bsky.social · 12d

Happy birthday, triplets. 47 today ❤️⭐🎉🕺

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Nuala O'Connor @nualaoconnor.bsky.social · 12d

FLASH WRITERS! I'm judging the Allingham Flash Fiction Comp and it's been extended!

The deadline extended to Sunday, 12 Oct at 23:59 / 11:59 pm. Applies to both on-line and postal submissions. All other competition rules and guidelines remain in effect; see www.allinghamfestival.com/fiction-poet...

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Kit de Waal @kitdewaal.com · 15d

Great article here on the much needed Basic Income for the Arts

Please read

Cat Hogan @cathogan.bsky.social · 15d

Míle buíochas @irishexaminer.bsky.social for the invite to write about the Basic Income for the Arts pilot scheme. It's been a game changer for many professional artists and recognition of the sectors importance to society and economy
The fight is not over yet
www.irishexaminer.com/opinion/comm...

The basic income scheme for the arts changed my life

The guaranteed €325 a week allowed me to pay myself a living wage to sit at my desk and write my two novels. Now we're asking the Government to retain and expand the scheme

www.irishexaminer.com

Cat Hogan @cathogan.bsky.social · 15d

Congrats Hayley ♥️

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Heather Belmonte @heatherbelmonte.bsky.social · 15d

EXCITING!!!!

Kit de Waal @kitdewaal.com · 15d

I’m adapting my debut novel My Name is Leon for the stage. It will be on in 2027 - can’t wait but alot to do before then.

Chuffed.

Birmingham Rep announces new 2026 to 2027 season including Sweeney Todd and The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time revivals

Sondheim’s Sweeney Todd! Raving Shakespeare! And much more!

www.whatsonstage.com