Book Launch – Barbara Byar
Date: Friday 29th May 2026
Venue:Listowel Library
Time:12 PM
In the Desert
A traumatized movie star returns to his dying hometown to find the woman he loves has disappeared. He vows to find her. In the Desert follows five friends as the consequences from their childhood unravel in betrayal, murder and undying love. Barbara Byar is a recipient of an Irish Arts Council Literature Bursary and an Agility Award. This is her debut novel. Author Noel O’Regan will Launch Barbara’s debut Novel.