Here at Hodges Figgis we are proud of a tradition for hosting welcoming and lively events with local and international authors alike. Our events programme has introduced some of literature’s leading lights, as well as providing a fun environment for junior readers with regular story time and activity days.
Come along and meet favourite authors, inspire your book group discussions, learn from leading experts in their field in a historic bookshop at the heart of Dublin. We can’t wait to welcome you, our full programme is below and for more information, or to request tickets, simply ask any of our booksellers or contact our Events team on [email protected]
Tuesday 23rd April at 6pm
Tuesday 23rd April at 6pm
An Evening with Paul Muldoon
Join us for a special Event with poet Paul Muldoon reading from his latest book Joy in Service on Rue Tagore, with music from Special Guest- Steve Wickham (The Waterboys, No Crows). This Event can be found on Eventbrite to book a place.
Wednesday 24th April at 6pm
Wednesday 24th April at 6pm
Book Launch
Join us as writer Robert O'Byrne launches his new book The Irish Aesthete: Buildings of Ireland, Lost and Found
Tuesday 30th April at 6pm
Tuesday 30th April at 6pm
Book Launch
Join us as novelist Catherine Prasifka, author of None of This Is Serious, celebrates the launch of her latest novel This Is How You Remember It. All welcome!
Wednesday 1st May at 6pm
Wednesday 1st May at 6pm
Book Launch
Join us for the launch event of Seaborne, the sixth novel by Nuala O’Connor. Her bestselling novel Nora, about Nora Barnacle and James Joyce, was the One Dublin One Book choice for 2022.
Wednesday 8th May at 6pm
Wednesday 8th May at 6pm
Author Reading
The writer and playwright Karina Tynan will be reading from her collections TÁIN: The Women’s Stories and SÍDH: Stories from the Women in Irish Mythology.
Thursday 9th May at 6pm
Thursday 9th May at 6pm
Book Launch
Don't miss a brilliant evening celebrating the launch of Estelle Birdy’s explosively original debut Ravelling. Reserve a ticket for free.
Thursday 16th May at 6pm
Thursday 16th May at 6pm
Juliana Adelman
Historian Juliana Adelman will be here to discuss her first novel, The Grateful Water, a historical crime mystery set in 19th century Dublin.
Friday 17th May at 6pm
Friday 17th May at 6pm
Reading Event
Join us for a special reading event from poet, editor and founder of The Gallery Press, Peter Fallon.
Thursday 6th June at 6pm
Thursday 6th June at 6pm
Kevin Barry
The acclaimed writer Kevin Barry will be with us to celebrate the publication of his new novel, The Heart in Winter.
Terms & Conditions
Please note that events can occasionally be cancelled at short notice or their times or dates may alter; we therefore recommend that you check with the shop before travelling. If you are unable to attend an event we can often reserve signed copies. Please contact the host shop for details. Reserved copies cannot be guaranteed and may not always carry dedications. All signings (unless otherwise stated) operate on a first come first served basis, so early arrival is often recommended.