From a small village in Fermanagh to television sets and auditions across the UK, Kesh actor Abigail Parkinson knows just how difficult it can be to find a way into the acting world. Abigail and Cathy Ievers have created what they describe as a practical guide for actors at every stage of their careers, combining professional advice with their own personal experiences. AdvertisementFor Abigail, the idea came from wishing she had access to such a resource while growing up in Fermanagh. With those different things, I was able to get myself onto Spotlight, which is the casting directory for professional actors.” Rather than producing a simple instruction manual, Abigail said the pair wanted readers to learn from real-life experiences.