Our exceptional author, Deirdre Hines, of the fascinating poetry book “The Mermelf – A Fable for Our Times,” attended her mesmerizing book launch event at the Central Library in Letterkenny on Thursday, May 16^th, around 6:00 PM. The author expressed gratitude to everyone who came to support and admire her work, got signed copies of her book, and made it an enchanting experience.

The Mermelf – A Fable for Our Times revolves around Cygnus, who ensnares dreamers alongside her daughters. A star-faring Mermelf finds itself lost in Story Henge, where a captive girl bears a peculiar blue birthmark. It includes events like an 1803 edition of 'The Birds potter’s Guide' holding a cryptic dedication and an ancient invention resurfacing. On a dying Earth where books are forbidden, all anomalies are deemed illegal. Get the book here.

Deirdre Hines, an award-winning poet and playwright, resides on the cusp of myth with her seven cats and time-traveling father. Her childhood adventures in forests and along seashores are chronicled in her Nature Diaries. Her debut poetry collection, "The Language of Coats," published by New Island Books, became a bestseller. The genesis of "The Mermelf" occurred in a dream during her vacation in Gwythian, Cornwall.