Description

Ballina Stories and Poems is a heartfelt collection in which acclaimed Irish author Aubrey Malone revisits the town of Ballina, where he spent his formative years before his family moved to Dublin. Blending memoir, fiction, and poetry, Malone creates an engaging literary portrait of a place that remained central to his identity and imagination throughout his life.

Moving effortlessly between remembered experiences and imaginative storytelling, the collection captures the atmosphere of Ballina through its colourful characters, familiar streets, local traditions, and everyday moments. Malone reflects on childhood, family, friendship, love, loss, and the passage of time, using both poetry and prose to evoke the humour, sadness, and warmth of growing up in a close-knit Irish community. The combination of factual reminiscence and fictional narratives gives the book a distinctive voice, preserving the spirit of Ballina while exploring universal themes of memory and belonging.

Rich in local colour and emotional honesty, Ballina Stories and Poems will appeal to readers who enjoy Irish literature, memoir, and contemporary poetry. Whether you have personal connections to Ballina or simply appreciate reflective writing rooted in a strong sense of place, this engaging collection offers a memorable tribute to one of County Mayo’s most cherished towns and the experiences that continue to shape a lifetime.

ISBN 9781913144159