Pat McCabe

Biography

Patrick McCabe, born on March 27, 1955, in Clones, County Monaghan, is a renowned Irish writer known for his dark and violent novels set in contemporary Ireland. Twice shortlisted for the Booker Prize, he has had works adapted into films, including "The Butcher Boy" (1992) and "Breakfast on Pluto" (1998). After teaching in London at 17, McCabe returned to Ireland after finding success as a writer, residing in Clones with his artist wife and two daughters.