But there’s a whole new generation of talent whose work demands to be read.
Here are 12 of our favorite Irish novelists who have published work in the past few years.
Check them out while wearing your boldest shade of green.
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But the author has been writing novels for 25 years, including the lauded queer novelsHoodandSlammerkin.
Claire Keegan
Keegan is among the best short-story writers around right now, period.
His lyrical style has been evident for years, going back to the 2009 bookWatermark.
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That he’s so brilliant when wearing each speaks volumes about his talent and his versatility.
John Banville
The revered Banville came out with another modern classic just last year withMrs.
Osmond, a striking imagined follow-up toPortrait of a Lady.
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June Caldwell
Caldwell is a name not many Americans know yet, but likely soon will.
His celebrated 1997 novelGrace Notesremains his best work, tackling religious restrictions and postpartum depression.
She writes sharp, engaging romantic stories, drawing heroines with smarts and grit and still pushing new boundaries.
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Her novelWatermelonwas adapted into afilm of the same name starring Anna Friel.
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Stinging Fly Press
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Transworld Publishers
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