THE AUTHOR of the new novel, On the Way Out, is on the way up, having scooped The Limerick Writers’ Centre 2025 Gerald Griffin Competition for First Original Adult Fiction.
Mayo native Liam Horan was named the winner of the competition with his manuscript novel submission.
The official announcement was made at DrÃacht Art Gallery in Adare, where the author was recognised for his outstanding submission to Ireland’s newest literary prize.
“We are thrilled to recognise Liam Horan’s exceptional talent,” said Dominic Taylor, director of the Limerick Writers’ Centre.
“His manuscript distinguished itself among a strong collection of submissions, reflecting the rich diversity and creative energy that characterises contemporary Irish fiction writing.
“The quality of entries demonstrated how Irish authors continue to explore fresh narrative territories while drawing on the country’s deep literary traditions.”
The prize for the winner is to have his manuscript published by Limerick Writers’ Centre later on this year.
Liam Horan lives in Ballinrobe, County Mayo, with his wife Noreen. He is a former journalist who worked in a variety of publications, including the Irish Independent.
He recently completed an MA in Creative Writing at University of Limerick, where he achieved a First Class Honours mark in the Creative Writers in the Community module for his work with Ballyhaunis Community School.
He is the creator of the Championship Man series of essays on RTÉ Radio One.
The Limerick Writers’ Centre is dedicated to fostering and promoting the art of writing in all its forms.
