Location: Ireland
Member Since:
Nov. 05, 2015
Tommy Frank O'Connor
Biography
Tommy Frank O’Connor lives in Tralee, Co. Kerry, Ireland. A novelist, poet, dramatist and story writer, his published works include:-
A literary/historical novel, The Poacher’s Apprentice (Marino Books, 1997);
A novel for children, Kee Kee, Cup & Tok (Wynkin de Worde, 2004);
A collection of stories, Loose Head (Doghouse, 2004);
His award winning poetry collection, Attic Warpipes (Bradshaw Books, 2005);
A philosophical work, Pulse (Doghouse, 2006);
A poetry collection, Meeting Mona Lisa (Doghouse, August 2011).
He is regularly published in literary presses and anthologies worldwide. Coming from the oral tradition of Irish Bards and Storytellers, his performances have a character beyond mere recitation of the written word. His work has been performed on RTE Radio and on BBC Radio 4.
His stage pageant Bréanainn was performed at Siamsa Tíre, the National Folk Theatre of Ireland, where he has also written for youth theatre and pantomime productions. His works for stage have also been performed in Listowel and Cork.
He conducts Creative Writing Residencies in Schools, Libraries, Prisons and Colleges.
He has served as Writer in Residence for Co. Kerry during 2007, 2008, 2010, 2011 and 2012.
He assists writers in the production and publication of their work, such as Memoir and Poetry.
He is Clan File (Bard) of the O’Connor Kerry Clan.
A literary/historical novel, The Poacher’s Apprentice (Marino Books, 1997);
A novel for children, Kee Kee, Cup & Tok (Wynkin de Worde, 2004);
A collection of stories, Loose Head (Doghouse, 2004);
His award winning poetry collection, Attic Warpipes (Bradshaw Books, 2005);
A philosophical work, Pulse (Doghouse, 2006);
A poetry collection, Meeting Mona Lisa (Doghouse, August 2011).
He is regularly published in literary presses and anthologies worldwide. Coming from the oral tradition of Irish Bards and Storytellers, his performances have a character beyond mere recitation of the written word. His work has been performed on RTE Radio and on BBC Radio 4.
His stage pageant Bréanainn was performed at Siamsa Tíre, the National Folk Theatre of Ireland, where he has also written for youth theatre and pantomime productions. His works for stage have also been performed in Listowel and Cork.
He conducts Creative Writing Residencies in Schools, Libraries, Prisons and Colleges.
He has served as Writer in Residence for Co. Kerry during 2007, 2008, 2010, 2011 and 2012.
He assists writers in the production and publication of their work, such as Memoir and Poetry.
He is Clan File (Bard) of the O’Connor Kerry Clan.
Where to buy in print
Books
Moments
by Tommy Frank O'Connor
Price:
$8.78 USD.
Words: 36,830.
Language:
English.
Published: November 3, 2015
by
Purple Pumpkin Publishing.
Categories:
Nonfiction » Religion & Spirituality » Inspirational
"Tommy Frank's reflections demonstrate his ability to take everyday moments and gradually, carefully and simply transform them into moments of insight.
Thought provoking and inspiring, Moments facilitates an exploration of life's questions and meaning. Filled with special memories it will bring smiles and tears." Katherina Broderick