Quick Info
| Profession | Novelist |
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| Nationality | Irish-British |
| Date of Birth | 27/05/1972 |
| Age | 54 years |
| Birthplace | Coleraine, Northern Ireland |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
Latest News about Maggie O’Farrell
22/05/2026
Maggie O'Farrell discussed her novel Land in interviews and public appearances ahead of its publication on 2 June 2026. Coverage highlighted how the book draws on her family history in post-Famine Ireland and showed her continued prominence as a major contemporary novelist.
22/01/2026
O'Farrell received an Oscar nomination for Best Adapted Screenplay for Hamnet alongside director Chloe Zhao. The nomination brought fresh attention to the film adaptation and underscored the continuing impact of her work beyond the page.
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Bio/Wiki
| Known For | Novels including Hamnet and The Marriage Portrait |
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| Residence | Edinburgh |
| Literary Status | Award-winning contemporary writer |
Personal Life
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Career
| Debut Novel | After You'd Gone |
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| Other Forms | Memoir and children's books |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Born in Northern Ireland. | |
| 2. Grew up in Wales and Scotland. | |
| 3. Lives in Edinburgh. |
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