LORNA JENNINGS
Published Author & Creative Writer.
Mother & Grandmother
Northern Ireland
Compelling stories of love, loss, and resilience set against the backdrop of the stunning Irish countryside
About Lorna
"Writing is my way of making sense of the world and honoring the stories that shaped me."
A Storyteller's Journey
Lorna Jennings is an author from Portadown, Northern Ireland, whose powerful storytelling brings to life the compelling histories and emotional landscapes of her homeland.
Her novels weave together romance, family dynamics, and the complex political backdrop of Northern Ireland's past. Drawing from the rich tapestry of Irish history and personal experiences, Lorna crafts narratives that resonate with authenticity and depth.
Writing Through Challenges
Lorna's writing journey has been shaped by personal health challenges that inspired her to pursue her passion for storytelling with even greater determination. Her experiences have enriched her narratives with genuine emotion and understanding.
Inspiration from everyday moments
Her Work
Explores themes of love, loss, identity, and resilience, capturing hearts with stories that both entertain and profoundly move readers.
Northern Ireland's landscapes
Published Works
Compelling stories of love, loss, and resilience set against the backdrop of Northern Ireland
The Yankee at Benbradagh
An intense love story set in 1970s war-torn Northern Ireland. Esther O'Donnell's life changes forever when she meets a US Naval Commander stationed at Benbradagh mountain. Their forbidden romance faces challenges that test the limits of love and sacrifice.
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Breakfast in Heaven
After a devastating car accident leaves Susannah in a coma, she experiences supernatural time-travels that reveal long-hidden family secrets. Will she embrace her newfound truth or is it too late?
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Latest News
Little Robin
Latest Release
A Little Robin - Book Launch Performance
Watch this beautiful performance at Portadown Town Hall during Lorna's book launch, performed by the talented students from Holly Coulter's School of Speech and Drama. The song "A Little Robin" was written by Lorna herself.
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Northern Ireland World
Portadown Author Tells of How Health Challenges Inspired Writing Journey
Discover the inspiring story behind Lorna Jennings' writing journey and how personal challenges shaped her path to becoming a published author.
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Author Interview & Book Discussion
Join Lorna as she discusses her novels, writing process, and the inspiration behind her compelling stories set in Northern Ireland.
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