- Shan F. Bullock: Born in Crom, near Newtownbutler, County Fermanagh 1865–1935) A novelist and short-story writer, Bullock is best known for his pastoral novels, such as By Thrasna River (1895) and The Loughsiders (1924), which vividly depict rural life in late 19th- and early 20th-century Fermanagh, particularly around Lough Erne. His works explore the social dynamics of Ulster’s farming communities and Anglo-Irish relations. He moved to England in 1883 to work as a civil servant but maintained a strong connection to his Fermanagh roots, drawing heavily on his childhood experiences.
- Seamas MacAnnaidh: A writer and author who was educated in Enniskillen and has written extensively on local history.
- Carlo Gebler: An author and documentary filmmaker known for The Glass Curtain, which explores local divides.
- Blanaid McKinney: A Fermanagh-born author who has published collections of short stories.
- Bridget Moran (1923–1999): Born in Enniskillen, she was an author and social activist who moved to Canada.
Novelists
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cavan – Clare – Cork – Derry – Donegal – Down – Dublin – Fermanagh – Galway – Kerry – Kildare – Kilkenny – Laois – Leitrim – Limerick – Longford – Louth – Mayo – Meath – Monaghan – Offaly – Roscommon – Sligo – Tipperary – Tyrone – Waterford – Westmeath – Wexford – Wicklow
Poets
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cavan – Clare – Cork – Derry – Donegal – Down – Dublin – Fermanagh – Galway – Kerry – Kildare – Kilkenny – Laois – Leitrim – Limerick – Longford – Louth – Mayo – Meath – Monaghan – Offaly – Roscommon – Sligo – Tipperary – Tyrone – Waterford – Westmeath – Wexford – Wicklow
Writers
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cavan – Clare – Cork – Derry – Donegal – Down – Dublin – Fermanagh – Galway – Kerry – Kildare – Kilkenny – Laois – Leitrim – Limerick – Longford – Louth – Mayo – Meath – Monaghan – Offaly – Roscommon – Sligo – Tipperary – Tyrone – Waterford – Westmeath – Wexford – Wicklow
County Fermanagh:
Ireland’s county Fermanagh is a county of lakes and historic charm, with Lough Erne’s waterways offering boating and fishing amidst serene islands. Enniskillen Castle and its museums explore local history, while the Marble Arch Caves, part of a UNESCO Geopark, showcase stunning underground caverns. Other attractions include the historic Florence Court estate and its gardens. Fermanagh is Ireland’s 20th largest county by size (1,876 square km) and fourth smallest by population (63,585). Population peaked at 156,481 in 1841 and reached its lowest point, 49,886 in 1966. In terms of hospitality, Fermanagh is Ireland’s 28th most visited tourist county with around 43,000 international visitors per year.
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