Two Irish writers have reached the finals of the Ian St James Literary Awards. The two Irish prize-winners were presented with their awards by Ian St James at a ceremony in Easons in Dublin. The overall winner will be announced in London in September.

Report shows Easons bookshop on O'Connell Street, Dublin.

Novels by Ian St James on a book shelf.

The Irish winners, Belinda Raine and Denis Sexton, being toasted with champagne and receiving their winning cheques.

Interview with Belinda Raine on her award.

Interview with Ian St James on his literary awards.

The reporter is Lorna Donlon.

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