James Kenny
Thoughtful storytelling across poetry, theatre, and short fiction. James writes with a focus on character, empathy, and the moments that stay with readers long after the final line.
About the Author
James Kenny writes across poetry, plays, and short stories, exploring how personal histories shape the present. His work blends an eye for intimate moments with an ongoing curiosity about the wider world.
Years of travel and collaboration across Canada, Europe, and Latin America inform his approach. James threads universal themes of belonging, resilience, and connection into contemporary settings that invite readers to reflect on their own journeys.
Whether he is shaping a stage dialogue, refining a poem, or sculpting a short story, James aims for writing that feels grounded, nuanced, and emotionally resonant.
“I write to capture the quiet details that reveal who we are and what we hope to become.”
Events & News
Fresh from the Writing Desk
Catch upcoming appearances alongside the latest publications and podcast features.
Podcast Feature
Eat The Storms Poetry Podcast — Episode 13
James shares the poem "Hate" on Damien Donnelly's Eat The Storms Poetry Podcast, diving into the emotional cadence of settling back into Dublin.
Print Publication
Ireland's Eye — Christmas 2024 Edition
The short story "Boredom" appears in Ireland's Eye winter issue following a collaboration with editor Seamus that brought the piece from draft to print.