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PEN International @peninternational.bsky.social · 2d

#Georgia: We condemn the sentencing of poet and translator Zviad Ratiani to two years in prison and urge an end to the politically motivated prosecutions of protesters in Georgia.

Read our joint statement with PEN Georgia ⬇️

www.pen-international.org/news/georgia...

Georgia: Poet and translator Zviad Ratiani sentenced to prison — PEN International | Promoting Literature & Defending Freedom of Expression Worldwide — PEN International | Promoting Literature & Defen...

‘Zviad Ratnani has been repeatedly targeted by the Georgian authorities over the years on account of his independent views. His sentencing clearly shows the authorities’ determination to crush all dis...

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Sue Divin @suedivinwriter.bsky.social · 5d

www.donegallive.ie/news/lifford...

Author discovers her novel on Junior Cycle Curriculum at Donegal writing workshop

Derry-based author Sue Divin's novel 'Truth Be Told' is featured on the JC Curriculum, while her previous book, 'Guard Your Heart', made references to Donegal and her upcoming novel to be released ne...

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PEN International @peninternational.bsky.social · 10d

24 hours left to support our campaign and help protect persecuted writers.

In 2025, threats to writers are more urgent than ever. Across the globe, voices are being silenced, and your support today can offer the protection they desperately need.

www.justgiving.com/campaign/sum...

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PEN International @peninternational.bsky.social · 27d

#Türkiye: We’ve joined 14 organisations in condemning the 21-hour social media blackout in Istanbul during protests at CHP HQ, cutting people off from vital info and undermining democracy.

Read our joint statement ⬇️

www.pen-international.org/news/trkiye-...

Türkiye: Stop throttling social media platforms and messaging services — PEN International | Promoting Literature & Defending Freedom of Expression Worldwide

11 September 2025 – Türkiye is increasingly throttling social media platforms and messaging apps to silence online communication at moments of profound political or social importance. PEN Internationa...

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Sue Divin @suedivinwriter.bsky.social · 18d

My huge thanks to the Society of Authors and the Authors’ Foundation who have awarded me a grant towards the current editing phase in 2025 of my forthcoming novel in May 2026. @societyofauthors.bsky.social

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Irish PEN/PEN na hÉireann @irishpen.bsky.social · Nov 21

Hello! We are Irish PEN/PEN na hÉireann, an all-island body in Ireland.
We:
promote literature in and about Ireland;
defend worldwide the right of writers to responsible freedom of expression as defined in the PEN Charter;
foster international understanding through the appreciation of literature.

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Wheeker Books | Clara Ministral @wheekerbooks.bsky.social · 19d

Me encanta imaginarme a la chavalada irlandesa leyendo y estudiando esta novela tan importante de Sue Divin en los próximos años. Bravo por quienes han decidido incluirla.

Ojalá algún día llegue también a la chavalada española, claro. Más detalles del libro aquí 👇
wheekerbooks.com/truth-be-told/

Sue Divin @suedivinwriter.bsky.social · 20d

A tad excited… and happy-shocked!

Truth Be Told is on the Junior Cycle (age 12-15) curriculum in Ireland!What a list to be on!

If you’re teaching it, or thinking of teaching it, please contact me via www.suedivin.com

Until I run out of stamps, I’ll post a free copy to any school in Ireland…

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Sue Divin @suedivinwriter.bsky.social · 20d

A tad excited… and happy-shocked!

Truth Be Told is on the Junior Cycle (age 12-15) curriculum in Ireland!What a list to be on!

If you’re teaching it, or thinking of teaching it, please contact me via www.suedivin.com

Until I run out of stamps, I’ll post a free copy to any school in Ireland…

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PEN International @peninternational.bsky.social · 26d

#Belarus: While we welcome the release of writers after immense suffering, we utterly condemn their forced exile and call for their rights to be upheld.

Read our joint statement with penbelarus.bsky.social ⬇️

www.pen-international.org/news/belarus...

Belarus: Writers released and forced into exile — PEN International | Promoting Literature & Defending Freedom of Expression Worldwide

‘While we rejoice at the sight of Belarusian writers walking free after experiencing immense suffering, we utterly condemn their forced exile. The PEN community will continue to tirelessly campaign fo...

www.pen-international.org

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Sue Divin @suedivinwriter.bsky.social · 29d

Loved calling in to the wonderful Elk Books in Warrenpoint for the first time today. Great to have an independent bookshop in this stunning part of the world.

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Sue Divin @suedivinwriter.bsky.social · Sep 8

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When I left India, Ireland welcomed me in. I won’t let bigotry destroy the country we love | Cauvery Madhavan

People from the Indian community, and others, are facing violence that was once unthinkable. We must not give in to the racists, says novelist Cauvery Madhavan

www.theguardian.com

Sue Divin @suedivinwriter.bsky.social · Aug 1

Definitely worth polishing up that manuscript.

Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · Aug 1

The International Debut Novel Competition is now open for submissions, our annual literary competition that awards 12 unpublished novelists with the opportunity to pitch their novels to publishers & agents.

Are you the new voice of fiction?

More at irishwriterscentre.ie/internationa...

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Sue Divin @suedivinwriter.bsky.social · Jul 23

Writing YA novels or young protagonists in adult novels?
Delighted to be facilitating this course in the John Hewitt International Summer School in Armagh next week. A few places still available.

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Sue Divin @suedivinwriter.bsky.social · Jul 17

Spotted in Limavady library 😀
@librariesni.bsky.social are the most wonderful places! Do take the young people in your life to use them.

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Sue Divin @suedivinwriter.bsky.social · Jul 15

Just finished reading this beauty by @garrettcarr.bsky.social
Pure Donegal. Loved it.
Favourite moments? Calamari on a fishing trawler and a Casserole dish in a kitchen.

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · Jul 4

SAVE THE DATE.

Full details 8 July.
Submissions open 1 August.

The Irish Writers Centre International Debut Novel Competition (IDNC)

You may have known me as Novel Fair 😉

#internationalwritingcompetition #debutnovelist #writingcompetition #writingcommunity #novel #writer #literature

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Sue Divin @suedivinwriter.bsky.social · Jul 4

Hey online world… anyone with a heart to support recovery from substance abuse? My friend Gaz does incredible work through ARC (Addiction Recovery Coaching) in Derry, N.Ireland. Funding is tight. If you have a spare £10 please help or repost:

www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/arc-fitnes...

ARC Fitness - Addiction Recovery Coaching

ARC Fitness aims to promote recovery and build a supportive community, helping people achieve healthier, more active and hope filled lives.

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The Berlin Literary Review @theberlinreview.bsky.social · Jun 24

Submissions are open for the next issue!

💙

We can't wait to see your work 😍

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Sue Divin @suedivinwriter.bsky.social · Jun 19

Great supporting Independent Bookshop week at the amazing @littleacornsbooks.bsky.social in Derry. The enthusiasm of young writers is sooooo encouraging.

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Sue Divin @suedivinwriter.bsky.social · Jun 16

Calling any 11-18 year olds in the Derry area interested in creative writing and reading! Free workshop at Little Acorns this Thursday 4pm. Details and registration in the link below:

www.eventbrite.com/e/into-writi...?

INTO WRITING - Creative Writing Workshop for 11-18yrs with SUE DIVIN

Award-winning author SUE DIVIN hosts free Creative Writing Workshop for Teens/Young Adults (11-18yrs) as part of Independent Bookshop Week

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Byddi Lee 📚 Author |🎭Playwright |🎬 Screenwriter @byddi.bsky.social · Jun 13

Great evening launching Barren in @littleacornsbooks.bsky.social with @suedivinwriter.bsky.social and there are some signed copies available in the bookstore... Treat yourself to a visit there! #booksky

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Sue Divin @suedivinwriter.bsky.social · Jun 13

Can thoroughly recommend this!

Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · Jun 9

📣 Applications now open!

Evolution is a free six-month programme that provides support for 12 published (1 or 2 books) writers at a crucial stage in their careers.

Pick from a suite of supports and collaborate with like-minded writers.

Deadline: 27 June 2025
irishwriterscentre.ie/opportunitie...

Evolution Programme 2025-2026 - Irish Writers Centre

Irish Writers Centre invited applications for Evolution Programme 2025-2026. Free six-month programme supporting 12 published writers (1 or 2 books) to advance their writing careers.

irishwriterscentre.ie

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Irish Writers Centre @irishwriterscentre.bsky.social · Jun 11

BIG NEWS!

34 writers have been chosen for the 2025 Irish Writers Centre #NationalMentoringProgramme 🥳

The awardees will receive one-to-one mentoring from an established writer, offering invaluable creative and professional guidance over the coming months.

irishwriterscentre.ie/34-writers-s...

34 Writers Selected for Irish Writers Centre’s National Mentoring Programme 2025 - Irish Writers Centre

34 Writers Selected for Irish Writers Centre’s National Mentoring Programme 2025

irishwriterscentre.ie

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Catherine Kay @catherinekay.bsky.social · Jun 12

Lovely book launch of @byddi.bsky.social ’s book Barren tonight @littleacornsbooks.bsky.social.Great discussion questions by @suedivinwriter.bsky.social
Can’t wait to start the book 😊

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Byddi Lee 📚 Author |🎭Playwright |🎬 Screenwriter @byddi.bsky.social · Jun 9

It's been far too long since I was in Derry - I can't wait to go to @littleacornsbooks.bsky.social this week and chat about Barren with the amazing Sue Divin @suedivinwriter.bsky.social

If you're in the Northwest, please pop in to say hello!
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/book-launc...

#derry #booksky

BOOK LAUNCH: Barren (fiction) by BYDDI LEE in chat with author SUE DIVIN

BOOK LAUNCH: Barren (fiction) by BYDDI LEE in chat with author SUE DIVIN in Little Acorns Bookstore, Derry.

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