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File relating to the drafting, writing and publication of novel for children, 'The Secret City', by Carolyn Swift. First published in 1991 by Kilnadore Press, Dublin. Cover design by Carolyn Swift. The book was reissued by O'Brien Press in 1994.
File includes correspondence between Carolyn Swift and publisher Fran Dempsey of Kilnadore Press, regarding publication of the book and a later dispute that arose with Swift seeking back the rights to her books with the press owing to her not receiving royalties and not being consulted on re-issue of her books; Also letters between Swift and O'Brien Press discussing the publication of the book with them in 1994.
File also includes two typescript drafts of the book by Swift, with manuscript edits and notes made by the author.
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08/05/2025
24/07/2025