Mark Kielty
@kieltface.bsky.social
Irish writer, hurler, and Special Olympics basketball coach. Lover of fantasy and sci-fi.
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Mark Kielty
@kieltface.bsky.social
· Aug 24
Hi everyone. I'm an Irish writer of short(ish) stories, comics, and BookReviews.
I mainly post about books I've read (leaning towards Irish authors but not exclusively Irish), and I might tell you about a project or two I'm involved in.
markkieltywriter.wordpress.com
I mainly post about books I've read (leaning towards Irish authors but not exclusively Irish), and I might tell you about a project or two I'm involved in.
markkieltywriter.wordpress.com
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What's the connection between the Irish republican movement in the United States in the late 19th century, and the Royal Navy, the US, the Dutch, Russian and Japanese navies?
And why is it an Irish schoolteacher?
If you think that's nuts, so did I, so I wrote a novel inspired by that fact.
And why is it an Irish schoolteacher?
If you think that's nuts, so did I, so I wrote a novel inspired by that fact.
February 5, 2026 at 2:38 PM
What's the connection between the Irish republican movement in the United States in the late 19th century, and the Royal Navy, the US, the Dutch, Russian and Japanese navies?
And why is it an Irish schoolteacher?
If you think that's nuts, so did I, so I wrote a novel inspired by that fact.
And why is it an Irish schoolteacher?
If you think that's nuts, so did I, so I wrote a novel inspired by that fact.
Ireland's newest #superhero!
#MCU #Ironman #IronHeart #MarvelComics #Marvel #Superheroes #spéirgorm #comics #Cosplay #Cosplayers
#MCU #Ironman #IronHeart #MarvelComics #Marvel #Superheroes #spéirgorm #comics #Cosplay #Cosplayers
Dublin student makes full Iron Man superhero suit: 'I was bored'
Ellie Farrell, 19, has crafted Tony Stark’s legendary armour herself
www.irishmirror.ie
February 3, 2026 at 7:13 AM
Ireland's newest #superhero!
#MCU #Ironman #IronHeart #MarvelComics #Marvel #Superheroes #spéirgorm #comics #Cosplay #Cosplayers
#MCU #Ironman #IronHeart #MarvelComics #Marvel #Superheroes #spéirgorm #comics #Cosplay #Cosplayers
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In this interview, I talk about children’s books, writing and illustration as trades, and offer advice to people still developing skills, including the importance of finding the joy in your work, especially when things get tough. @litkidsmagazine.bsky.social.
#SpeirGorm #Writing #Art #Illustration
#SpeirGorm #Writing #Art #Illustration
Our new interview with Irish writer-illustrator @oisinmcgann.bsky.social is enlightening for artists and authors alike! Please read, share, and give him a follow to promote his marvelous work. Keep shining! ✨
www.litkidsmagazine.com/post/ois%C3%...
#kidlit #writers #authors #artists #illustrators
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#kidlit #writers #authors #artists #illustrators
Oisín McGann - Prolific Writer-Illustrator
Oisín McGann was born in 1973 in Dublin, Ireland, and grew up there and in Drogheda, County Louth. He studied at Ballyfermot Senior College and then Dun Laoghaire School of Art and Design, before goin...
https://www.litkidsmagazine.com/post/oisín-mcgann-prolific-writer-illustrator
February 1, 2026 at 1:32 PM
In this interview, I talk about children’s books, writing and illustration as trades, and offer advice to people still developing skills, including the importance of finding the joy in your work, especially when things get tough. @litkidsmagazine.bsky.social.
#SpeirGorm #Writing #Art #Illustration
#SpeirGorm #Writing #Art #Illustration
I have completed this and will hopefully put it on submission this year.
I'm also looking into publishing another book I've written.
When I get the chance, I will do a whole blog post of what I've been up to all last year.
#AmWriting #IrishMythology #IrishFolklore #spéirgorm #YAFantasy #WIP
I'm also looking into publishing another book I've written.
When I get the chance, I will do a whole blog post of what I've been up to all last year.
#AmWriting #IrishMythology #IrishFolklore #spéirgorm #YAFantasy #WIP
Me - Eventually. Although I took a break to do more research and get to know the mythology more. I better get myself into gear and get it done now. 😬😬😬
February 1, 2026 at 6:54 PM
I have completed this and will hopefully put it on submission this year.
I'm also looking into publishing another book I've written.
When I get the chance, I will do a whole blog post of what I've been up to all last year.
#AmWriting #IrishMythology #IrishFolklore #spéirgorm #YAFantasy #WIP
I'm also looking into publishing another book I've written.
When I get the chance, I will do a whole blog post of what I've been up to all last year.
#AmWriting #IrishMythology #IrishFolklore #spéirgorm #YAFantasy #WIP
January 26, 2026 at 6:17 PM
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Our early bird memberships for Octocon 2026 are selling fast! (Weekend Attending & Concession only.)
Get yours asap to make sure you can join in all this year's activities.
octocon.com/join-us
#Octocon #SciFi #Fandom #Fantasy #conventions #Ireland #SpéirGhorm #SpeirGorm
Get yours asap to make sure you can join in all this year's activities.
octocon.com/join-us
#Octocon #SciFi #Fandom #Fantasy #conventions #Ireland #SpéirGhorm #SpeirGorm
January 24, 2026 at 1:45 PM
Our early bird memberships for Octocon 2026 are selling fast! (Weekend Attending & Concession only.)
Get yours asap to make sure you can join in all this year's activities.
octocon.com/join-us
#Octocon #SciFi #Fandom #Fantasy #conventions #Ireland #SpéirGhorm #SpeirGorm
Get yours asap to make sure you can join in all this year's activities.
octocon.com/join-us
#Octocon #SciFi #Fandom #Fantasy #conventions #Ireland #SpéirGhorm #SpeirGorm
This is one of my favourite books. You can check out my review for The Call here:
markkieltywriter.com/2024/12/09/f...
#IrishBookBlogger #Octobooks #Octocon #YA #YAFantasy #BookSky
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#IrishBookBlogger #Octobooks #Octocon #YA #YAFantasy #BookSky
January 24, 2026 at 2:32 PM
This is one of my favourite books. You can check out my review for The Call here:
markkieltywriter.com/2024/12/09/f...
#IrishBookBlogger #Octobooks #Octocon #YA #YAFantasy #BookSky
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#IrishBookBlogger #Octobooks #Octocon #YA #YAFantasy #BookSky
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Great news for a member of our Octocon team, the very fantastic @davidgreenwriter.bsky.social! It's a lovely book and we wish it very well.
The good news for Magic, Maps, and Mischief keeps on coming!
Thanks for everyone who nominated the book for this years Indie Ink Awards, and congratulations to the other finalists! Best of luck to you all :)
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Thanks for everyone who nominated the book for this years Indie Ink Awards, and congratulations to the other finalists! Best of luck to you all :)
indiestorygeek.com/a/indie-ink-...
January 23, 2026 at 2:43 PM
Great news for a member of our Octocon team, the very fantastic @davidgreenwriter.bsky.social! It's a lovely book and we wish it very well.
You can check out my review of Scarlet Morning by @gingerhaze.bsky.social over on the @childrensbooksireland.ie website. Hugely imaginative with a creative blend of illustration and text.
childrensbooksireland.ie/our-recommen...
#YAFantasy #MGFantasy #Adventure #Pirates #BookSky #SpéirGhorm
childrensbooksireland.ie/our-recommen...
#YAFantasy #MGFantasy #Adventure #Pirates #BookSky #SpéirGhorm
Scarlet Morning | Childrens Books Ireland
Viola and Wilmur, two teens who’ve been waiting for their parents to return to their baron, salt-filled island for fifteen years, decide to leave when adventure comes kicking down their door (literall...
childrensbooksireland.ie
January 20, 2026 at 3:59 PM
You can check out my review of Scarlet Morning by @gingerhaze.bsky.social over on the @childrensbooksireland.ie website. Hugely imaginative with a creative blend of illustration and text.
childrensbooksireland.ie/our-recommen...
#YAFantasy #MGFantasy #Adventure #Pirates #BookSky #SpéirGhorm
childrensbooksireland.ie/our-recommen...
#YAFantasy #MGFantasy #Adventure #Pirates #BookSky #SpéirGhorm
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I'm still very much in recovery after MegaCon (it's a fun show!)
A wee financial breakdown for those interested in doing this sort of thing, especially if your main focus is comics and books.
Table cost: €123. That's normal for a con of this size in Ireland.
Travel: €6. I got lifts and live local
A wee financial breakdown for those interested in doing this sort of thing, especially if your main focus is comics and books.
Table cost: €123. That's normal for a con of this size in Ireland.
Travel: €6. I got lifts and live local
January 20, 2026 at 10:42 AM
I'm still very much in recovery after MegaCon (it's a fun show!)
A wee financial breakdown for those interested in doing this sort of thing, especially if your main focus is comics and books.
Table cost: €123. That's normal for a con of this size in Ireland.
Travel: €6. I got lifts and live local
A wee financial breakdown for those interested in doing this sort of thing, especially if your main focus is comics and books.
Table cost: €123. That's normal for a con of this size in Ireland.
Travel: €6. I got lifts and live local
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And if that URL doesn't work (we have hiccups sometimes), you can go straight to registration.octocon.com
Come join us in Cork and Online for 2026!
Come join us in Cork and Online for 2026!
Registration for Octocon 2026 is now open! Clayton Hotel, Cork City & Online on 3rd-4th of October with GOHs @cemurphy.bsky.social y.bsky.social & @aptshadow.bsky.social.
€10 off limited Early Bird memberships:
octocon.com/join-us/
#Octocon #Fantasy #SciFi #Fandom #CorkCity
€10 off limited Early Bird memberships:
octocon.com/join-us/
#Octocon #Fantasy #SciFi #Fandom #CorkCity
January 18, 2026 at 4:54 PM
And if that URL doesn't work (we have hiccups sometimes), you can go straight to registration.octocon.com
Come join us in Cork and Online for 2026!
Come join us in Cork and Online for 2026!
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You can also reach our registration page directly at registration.octocon.com - note that this year you'll need to register your email address before you can buy a membership.
January 18, 2026 at 5:58 PM
You can also reach our registration page directly at registration.octocon.com - note that this year you'll need to register your email address before you can buy a membership.
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Registration for Octocon 2026 is now open! Clayton Hotel, Cork City & Online on 3rd-4th of October with GOHs @cemurphy.bsky.social y.bsky.social & @aptshadow.bsky.social.
€10 off limited Early Bird memberships:
octocon.com/join-us/
#Octocon #Fantasy #SciFi #Fandom #CorkCity
€10 off limited Early Bird memberships:
octocon.com/join-us/
#Octocon #Fantasy #SciFi #Fandom #CorkCity
January 18, 2026 at 4:50 PM
Registration for Octocon 2026 is now open! Clayton Hotel, Cork City & Online on 3rd-4th of October with GOHs @cemurphy.bsky.social y.bsky.social & @aptshadow.bsky.social.
€10 off limited Early Bird memberships:
octocon.com/join-us/
#Octocon #Fantasy #SciFi #Fandom #CorkCity
€10 off limited Early Bird memberships:
octocon.com/join-us/
#Octocon #Fantasy #SciFi #Fandom #CorkCity
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Apparently I post too much about my books and not me…so my knee hurts and is strapped up, my shoulder is in a support after I fell off my bike and I’m on a diet that consists of staring at the whisky bottle longingly while sipping water. See. My books are more interesting! (I hope😁). #indieauthor
January 14, 2026 at 9:24 AM
Apparently I post too much about my books and not me…so my knee hurts and is strapped up, my shoulder is in a support after I fell off my bike and I’m on a diet that consists of staring at the whisky bottle longingly while sipping water. See. My books are more interesting! (I hope😁). #indieauthor
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Good morning from (the last day) in Finland!
It's my birthday in a couple of weeks, so have a free book! Yes, In Solitude's Shadow is yours :)
The rest of the series is on sale too.
Shares welcome and appreciated!
mybook.to/insolitudess...
It's my birthday in a couple of weeks, so have a free book! Yes, In Solitude's Shadow is yours :)
The rest of the series is on sale too.
Shares welcome and appreciated!
mybook.to/insolitudess...
January 12, 2026 at 8:17 AM
Good morning from (the last day) in Finland!
It's my birthday in a couple of weeks, so have a free book! Yes, In Solitude's Shadow is yours :)
The rest of the series is on sale too.
Shares welcome and appreciated!
mybook.to/insolitudess...
It's my birthday in a couple of weeks, so have a free book! Yes, In Solitude's Shadow is yours :)
The rest of the series is on sale too.
Shares welcome and appreciated!
mybook.to/insolitudess...
#BookReview and #Babies!
Find out how they're related by checking out what I thought of Magic, Maps and Mischief by @davidgreenwriter.bsky.social
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#IrishBookBlogger #Octobooks #Octocon #Fantasy #CosyFantasy #CozyFantasy #BookSky #SpéirGhorm #speirghorm
Find out how they're related by checking out what I thought of Magic, Maps and Mischief by @davidgreenwriter.bsky.social
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#IrishBookBlogger #Octobooks #Octocon #Fantasy #CosyFantasy #CozyFantasy #BookSky #SpéirGhorm #speirghorm
Book Review: Magic, Maps, and Mischief by David Green.
Book revew and babies. Find out how they’re related by reading my review of Magic, Maps, and Mischief by David Green.
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January 1, 2026 at 10:04 PM
#BookReview and #Babies!
Find out how they're related by checking out what I thought of Magic, Maps and Mischief by @davidgreenwriter.bsky.social
markkieltywriter.com/2026/01/01/b...
#IrishBookBlogger #Octobooks #Octocon #Fantasy #CosyFantasy #CozyFantasy #BookSky #SpéirGhorm #speirghorm
Find out how they're related by checking out what I thought of Magic, Maps and Mischief by @davidgreenwriter.bsky.social
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#IrishBookBlogger #Octobooks #Octocon #Fantasy #CosyFantasy #CozyFantasy #BookSky #SpéirGhorm #speirghorm
My sister found and brought over my old copy of #PokémonBlue from when I was a kid, and it still works. Full Pokédex of 151 #Pokémon still saved. Peak #Nostalgia.
I remember having to go to a shopping centre to an event to get #Mew
#GameBoy #GameBoyAdvance #RetroGaming #GameBoyColor #Gaming
I remember having to go to a shopping centre to an event to get #Mew
#GameBoy #GameBoyAdvance #RetroGaming #GameBoyColor #Gaming
November 12, 2025 at 11:17 AM
My sister found and brought over my old copy of #PokémonBlue from when I was a kid, and it still works. Full Pokédex of 151 #Pokémon still saved. Peak #Nostalgia.
I remember having to go to a shopping centre to an event to get #Mew
#GameBoy #GameBoyAdvance #RetroGaming #GameBoyColor #Gaming
I remember having to go to a shopping centre to an event to get #Mew
#GameBoy #GameBoyAdvance #RetroGaming #GameBoyColor #Gaming
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Check out our cosplay gallery of #Octocon2025 where you can see how awesome and creative our members can be!
https://octocon.com/octocon-2025-cosplay-showcase-gallery/
#Octocon #cosplayers #fandom #scifi #fantasy #anime #gaming #KPop
https://octocon.com/octocon-2025-cosplay-showcase-gallery/
#Octocon #cosplayers #fandom #scifi #fantasy #anime #gaming #KPop
Octocon 2025 Cosplay Showcase Gallery - Octocon
Cosplay showcase gallery with our in-person guests Fenek and Przysto * Please note that alt text / captions are not available for this gallery. Photos by
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November 10, 2025 at 8:31 AM
Check out our cosplay gallery of #Octocon2025 where you can see how awesome and creative our members can be!
https://octocon.com/octocon-2025-cosplay-showcase-gallery/
#Octocon #cosplayers #fandom #scifi #fantasy #anime #gaming #KPop
https://octocon.com/octocon-2025-cosplay-showcase-gallery/
#Octocon #cosplayers #fandom #scifi #fantasy #anime #gaming #KPop
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Hi all! If you attended #Octocon2025 and have subscribed to our newsletter, you'll know we are looking for feedback on our event.
Be sure to follow the link in our newsletter and make sure your voice is heard.
#octocon #SciFi #fantasy #fandom #readingcommunity #scificonvention #cosplay
Be sure to follow the link in our newsletter and make sure your voice is heard.
#octocon #SciFi #fantasy #fandom #readingcommunity #scificonvention #cosplay
November 3, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Hi all! If you attended #Octocon2025 and have subscribed to our newsletter, you'll know we are looking for feedback on our event.
Be sure to follow the link in our newsletter and make sure your voice is heard.
#octocon #SciFi #fantasy #fandom #readingcommunity #scificonvention #cosplay
Be sure to follow the link in our newsletter and make sure your voice is heard.
#octocon #SciFi #fantasy #fandom #readingcommunity #scificonvention #cosplay
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Happy #Halloween to all our members and friends. Hope you have a #spooky and safe night and weekend!
#Octcocon #MonsterMash #Samhain #ReadingCommunity
#Octcocon #MonsterMash #Samhain #ReadingCommunity
October 31, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Happy #Halloween to all our members and friends. Hope you have a #spooky and safe night and weekend!
#Octcocon #MonsterMash #Samhain #ReadingCommunity
#Octcocon #MonsterMash #Samhain #ReadingCommunity
Happy Halloween Everyone! I was thinking about what books I would recommend around this time of year and remembered a review I did back in 2023 - Big Bad Me by @ashilockiewrites.bsky.social
I reposted to my blog here: markkieltywriter.com/2025/10/31/b...
#YAFantasy #Supernatural #IrishBookBlogger
I reposted to my blog here: markkieltywriter.com/2025/10/31/b...
#YAFantasy #Supernatural #IrishBookBlogger
Book Review: Big Bad Me by Aislinn O’Loughlin
Banner stating: Book Review – Big Bad Me by Aislinn O’Loughlin Happy Halloween everyone! I was thinking of what books I would recommend around this time of year and remembered a review …
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October 31, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Happy Halloween Everyone! I was thinking about what books I would recommend around this time of year and remembered a review I did back in 2023 - Big Bad Me by @ashilockiewrites.bsky.social
I reposted to my blog here: markkieltywriter.com/2025/10/31/b...
#YAFantasy #Supernatural #IrishBookBlogger
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#YAFantasy #Supernatural #IrishBookBlogger
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We've sold out of Magic, Maps, and Mischief at The Syndicate table at @worldfantasy2025.bsky.social but I'm told we can still sell them and ship them to you!
Plus, loads of other amazing books at the table.
Thanks to everyone who made Maps a sell out!! 🦉
Plus, loads of other amazing books at the table.
Thanks to everyone who made Maps a sell out!! 🦉
October 31, 2025 at 1:29 PM
We've sold out of Magic, Maps, and Mischief at The Syndicate table at @worldfantasy2025.bsky.social but I'm told we can still sell them and ship them to you!
Plus, loads of other amazing books at the table.
Thanks to everyone who made Maps a sell out!! 🦉
Plus, loads of other amazing books at the table.
Thanks to everyone who made Maps a sell out!! 🦉
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I'm sure you're all getting bored of the Magic, Maps, and Mischief promo, but with no publisher behind me, I have to do what I can!
The early reviews have been lovely to see... especially given this book's rough road to publication.
mybook.to/magicmapsand...
The early reviews have been lovely to see... especially given this book's rough road to publication.
mybook.to/magicmapsand...
October 22, 2025 at 3:28 PM
I'm sure you're all getting bored of the Magic, Maps, and Mischief promo, but with no publisher behind me, I have to do what I can!
The early reviews have been lovely to see... especially given this book's rough road to publication.
mybook.to/magicmapsand...
The early reviews have been lovely to see... especially given this book's rough road to publication.
mybook.to/magicmapsand...
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I would do a "where I'm going to be at Bristolcon/World Fantasy Convention" but who cares?
I'll be around...
I'll be around...
laundry hanging on a clothes line with a person standing in the background
ALT: laundry hanging on a clothes line with a person standing in the background
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October 22, 2025 at 11:53 AM
I would do a "where I'm going to be at Bristolcon/World Fantasy Convention" but who cares?
I'll be around...
I'll be around...
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Just wrapped up the almost-last meeting of the @octocon.bsky.social 2025 committee - we still have an AGM to go, but we're onto plans for 2026 now. Cork here we come! (Members, look for a link to our 2025 feedback survey coming to a newsletter near you very soon.)
2025.octocon.com/announcing-o...
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Announcing - Octocon 2026 - Octocon 2025
Octocon is delighted to announce our 2026 venue and guests of honour! Clayton Hotel Cork City and Online Saturday 3rd October - Sunday 4th October, 2026
2025.octocon.com
October 21, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Just wrapped up the almost-last meeting of the @octocon.bsky.social 2025 committee - we still have an AGM to go, but we're onto plans for 2026 now. Cork here we come! (Members, look for a link to our 2025 feedback survey coming to a newsletter near you very soon.)
2025.octocon.com/announcing-o...
2025.octocon.com/announcing-o...