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Address to My Harp by Mary Tighe: New Poem for Patrons

A new poem in Irish and English for my poetry patrons. I hope you enjoy this translation into English of "Address to My Harp" by Mary Tighe.

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WB Yeats Poems in the Dublin University Review 1885-1886: Open Fiction Post

September 30, 2023September 29, 2023 by Orna Ross

Trinity College Dublin University Review 1880s

Join me as I explore some of WB Yeats early work as featured in the Dublin University Review 1885-1886. This is an open post for all readers.

My Upcoming Book of Irish Poems: Open Poetry Post

October 1, 2023September 24, 2023 by Orna Ross

Join me as I explore the captivating world of old, medieval Irish poetry in “My Irish Poems” journey of translation and interpretation.

Fiction for Patrons: WB Yeats First Love Laura Armstrong

Enjoy this patron-exclusive extract from my next novel, A Life Before, publishing later this year, in which WB Yeats meets his first love, Laura Armstrong.

New Poem for Patrons: My Hand is Weary from Writing

A new poem in Irish and English for my poetry patrons. I hope you enjoy this translation into English of "My Hand is Weary from Writing".

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Final Covers for my Yeats-Gonne Series Books 1-3: Open Fiction Post

September 21, 2023September 8, 2023 by Orna Ross

I’ve updated the covers for my Yeats-Gonne Series Books 1-3, to reflect WB Yeats interest in ceremonial magic. Hope you like!

Indie Poetry Please Is Taking A Break: Open Post

September 15, 2023September 3, 2023 by Orna Ross

I’m taking a break from the Indie Poetry Please competition, to focus on my own writing for a time. Poets, keep writing. Back soon!

New Fiction for Patrons: WB Yeats Casts A Spell

Enjoy this patron-exclusive extract from my next novel, A Life Before, publishing later this year, in which WB Yeats casts a spell to the Norse goddess, Frigga, to win back his lady love

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New Poem for Patrons: The Empty Nest

A new poem in Irish and English for my poetry patrons. I hope you enjoy this translation into English of "The Deserted Home", a famous old Irish lament for the loss of loved ones.

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My Maud Gonne and WB Yeats book has became a series. Open Post

September 21, 2023August 25, 2023 by Orna Ross

Somehow, without my willing it, without my even wanting it, my book about Maud Gonne and WB Yeats has become … Read more

New Fiction for Patrons: Tommy’s Secret

Enjoy 'Tommy's Secret", an extract from my next novel, A Life Before, publishing later this year, in which our heroine takes a late night stroll and makes a startling discovery.

New Poem for Patrons: Pangur Bán

A new poem in English and Irish for my poetry patrons. Enjoy "Pangur Bán", a poem inspired by the most famous animal in the annals of Early Ireland.

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Sinéad O’Connor: Fight the Real Enemy. Open Post.

September 10, 2023August 11, 2023 by Orna Ross

Tuesday saw the funeral of that brave, beautiful, belligerent soul, Sinéad O’Connor. In Ireland we have a saying when a … Read more

New Fiction for Patrons: Maud Gonne’s Dublin Castle Debut

Enjoy this extract from my next novel, A Life Before, publishing later this year, in which our heroine is faced with a dilemma at her coming out ball--shall she allow herself to be kissed by the old Viceroy, as is the custom... or cause a scandal and ruin her debut? And who is the mysterious "M" in Tommy's engagement book?

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New Poem for Patrons: The Instructions of King Cormac

A new poem for my poetry patrons. Enjoy "The Instructions of King Cormac"--a poem in English and Irish for anyone who wants to reign over a fruitful inner life.

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