Beginner’s pluck: Freelance writer and editor Anna Carey

Anna’s first book, 'The Real Rebecca', won the Senior Children’s Book of the Year at the 2011 Irish Book Awards.
Beginner’s pluck: Freelance writer and editor Anna Carey

Anna Carey: 'I’ve been freelancing since 2009, writing for 'The Irish Times', the 'Sunday Times', and the 'Sunday Business Post'.' Picture: Brid O’Donovan

Sat, 07 Jun, 2025 - 01:00
Sue Leonard

Always into music and writing, Anna played in bands at college, and afterwards, but she made writing her career.

During her MA, Anna gained a placement at the Sunday Tribune.

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