Bernard MacLaverty
Bernard MacLaverty is a renowned Irish novelist and short story writer, celebrated for his poignant narratives that often explore themes of identity, family, and the complexities of life in Ireland. Born in 1942 in Belfast, MacLaverty's literary career spans several decades, during which he has produced notable works such as 'Lampshade' and 'Cal,' the latter of which was adapted into a film. His writing is characterized by its lyrical prose and deep emotional resonance, earning him critical acclaim and a devoted readership. In a recent news article, MacLaverty's novel 'Midwinter Break' was mentioned as one of the books that fell in popularity according to readers' preferences compared to expert rankings.
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Recent news mentions
Bernard MacLaverty is the author of the acclaimed novel on which the film Midwinter Break is based.
Midwinter Break examines the fault lines of a long marriage
Canada· 2026-02-22
Among the writers portrayed are Claire Kilroy, Bernard MacLaverty, Disha Bose, Mike McCormack and Christine Dwyer Hickey.
Portraits of Irish writers as you have never seen them before – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-10-04
Midwinter Break by Bernard MacLaverty took a loss of 12 places.
Irish Times readers pick Claire Keegan’s Small Things Like These as the best Irish book of the 21st century – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-26
