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About Anne Kelly

Anne Kelly with brothers Tom, Michael (Meg) & Paddy Anthony
at the Achill launch of Dream Journey, 30.08.01

Anne Kelly was born on Achill island, Co. Mayo, in 1939. Achill, an island of some 3000 inhabitants, is located on the west coast of Ireland. The natural beauty of the island, with its Atlantic breakers, soaring mountains and cliffs, provides the backdrop for much of Anne's writing.

In common with many Achill people of working age, Anne has worked away from the island for much of her life, including spells in the UK, US and in Dublin. The experience of living away from 'home', and the memory of her childhood on the island, are prominent themes in her work.

A collection of Anne's writing, entitled 'A Homecoming', was published in 2000. The book was illustrated with photographs of Achil scenes and watercolor pictures of Achill wild flowers by local painter Joan Nolan. Proceeds from the sale of 'A Homecoming' went to St. Colman's Convent, Keel, which runs a day-care centre for the elderly on Achill.

A second collection of Anne Kelly's writing, entitled 'Dream Journey', was published in August 2001. This new collection of poetry by Anne contains a foreword by Dr. Michael Kearney, a well known author and medical director of Our Lady's Hospice, Dublin. Dr. Kearney is the author of two books, 'Mortally Wounded' and 'A Place Of Healing'. Our Lady's Hospice in Dublin is the teaching hospice for all the hospice programmes in Ireland. Proceeds from the sale of 'Dream Journey' by Anne Kelly will go to this hospice. Copies of 'Dream Journey' by Anne Kelly are priced at IR£5 plus postage. For details on ordering your copy, please click here.

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