Áine Ní Ghlinn facts for kids
Áine Ní Ghlinn is an Irish writer. She writes poems, plays, and books for children. She is special because she writes in both Irish and English. From 2020 to 2023, she was the "Children's Laureate" (Laureate na nÓg) for Ireland. She was the first Laureate to write only in the Irish language.
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About Áine Ní Ghlinn
Her Early Life and Education
Áine Ní Ghlinn was born in County Tipperary, Ireland. She went to school in Thurles. Later, she studied at University College Dublin. There, she earned a degree in Irish and English. She also completed a special diploma to become a teacher.
She first worked as a secondary school teacher. Áine then studied journalism in London. She also earned a Master's degree in Creative Writing. Today, she lives in Dublin.
Her Work as a Writer
Áine Ní Ghlinn teaches creative writing. She works with people of all ages. She especially enjoys teaching in Gaelscoileanna. These are schools where children learn through the Irish language. She also helps teachers learn more about Irish language and literature.
Her poetry often explores important and sometimes challenging topics. She has written many books for children.
Awards and Recognition
Áine Ní Ghlinn has won many awards. These awards are for her poetry, plays, and stories. She has received support from groups like Foras na Gaeilge and the Irish Arts Council.
She won the Foras na Gaeilge Award in 2002. She also won it again in 2019 and 2020. In 2003, her book Céard tá sa Bhosca? won an award. She also won poetry prizes in Strokestown and Dun Laoghaire / Rathdown in 2003.
Her book Brionglóidí & Aistir Eile was nominated for an award in 2008. She won the Duais de hÍde poetry prize in 2019 and 2020.
She has received awards from Oireachtas for her plays and books. Some of her award-winning books include Fuadach, Tromluí, and Daideo. In 2010, she received an IBBY honour award.
Her book Daideo won the Gradam Réics Carlo Irish language Book of the Year in 2014. Her book Nílim ag Iarraidh Dul ar Scoil was also nominated that year. Hata Zú Mhamó and Boscadán also won the Gradam Réics Carló award.
In 2019, she received a special fellowship for her poetry. She then became Ireland's sixth Laureate na nÓg. This is a very important role for a children's writer.
