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The Secret Of Eveline House
A Tale Of Tangled Secrets And A Search For The Truth. “This atmospheric page-turner is alive with intrigue and mystery from first sentence to last” Niamh Boyce
Amelia Earhart - Adventurer & Aviator -...
The 2nd book in the Nutshell Adventurer series for 2020!!
World War I: When the Lights Went Out in...
HANDS ON HISTORY My Time Series Liam and Aoife's Second Adventure.
Now That You've Gone - Fiona Gartland
From the bestselling author of In the Court's Hands
The Emerald Dress - Vivienne Kearns
What destiny awaits . . . The girl who wears the Emerald Dress?
Eat the Moon - Breda Joy
'A blend of family, community and love of a horse paints a picture of an Ireland that could only be created by someone who knows her people' ALICE TAYLOR
On Bone Bridge - Maria Hoey
'Absolutely spellbinding. A vivid, eerie, mesmeric blend of suspense, charm and tension' SUSAN STAIRS
Kilbride House - Sheila Forsey
A story of enduring love, sibling loyalty and a secret pact that lasts a lifetime.
Educational 8 book pack
A wonderful collection as a gift or to learn . . .
The First Rose of Tralee - Patricia O'Reilly
Over one hundred years later, the annual Rose of Tralee International Festival was established, taking its inspiration from the 19th-century love song which tells the story of ‘Mary, the Rose of Tralee’.
The King of Lavender Square
'A lovely debut. Lovely writing and totally different' CATHY KELLY
Reinventing Susannah - Joan Brady
From the bestselling author of The Cinderella Reflex.
All at Sea - Pauline Lawless
From the author of Meet and Delete and The Birthday Girls
The Cinderella Reflex
It's time to stop waiting for prince charming and rescue yourself
Colours Other Than Blue
‘It’s a powerful, insightful, edifying work’ Donal Ryan‘It’s a powerful, insightful, edifying work’ Donal Ryan
A Shadow in the Yard
'She has an optimism in her writing that is infectious and makes you turn the pages with pleasure' Jennifer Johnston
Already Taken- Caroline Grace-Cassidy
‘Twists and turns in every chapter – a brilliant read’ Maia Dunphy
Talk Show - A. O'Connor
“It’s a real page turner with plenty of twists to keep you guessing until the end” – U Magazine
If Only You Knew - Claire Allan
“A definite must read – and have those hankies ready!” – judgingcovers.co.uk
The Dead Summer - Helen Moorhouse
"A brillant first novel, guaranteed to send shivers down your spine" - Irish Independent
Echoes of Grace - Caragh Bell
From the bestselling author of the Follow Your Heart trilogy - Available online
Colours Other Than Blue
‘It’s a powerful, insightful, edifying work’ Donal Ryan‘It’s a powerful, insightful, edifying work’ Donal Ryan
A Shadow in the Yard
'She has an optimism in her writing that is infectious and makes you turn the pages with pleasure' Jennifer Johnston
Now That You've Gone - Fiona Gartland
From the bestselling author of In the Court's Hands
47 Seconds - Jane Ryan
'Crime fiction has a new voice. Gritty and addictive, fans of Jane Casey and Jo Spain will devour it.' Margaret Madden - Bleach House Library
The Pact - Carol Coffey
'A strong plot and clever storytelling . . . giving the novel that unputdownable quality' Irish Independent
There Was A Crooked Man - Cat Hogan
From the author of Irish Times Bestseller They All Fall Down
Childrens
Amelia Earhart - Adventurer & Aviator -...
The 2nd book in the Nutshell Adventurer series for 2020!!
22. The Little Book of Irish Saints -...
Book number 22 in the Nutshell series. Written by Maria Hoey and illustrated beautifully by Derry Dillon.
The Story of Saint Patrick - (Irish Myths...
A simple, informative and engaging way of learning about some of Ireland's most exciting tales. "The In a Nutshell Series is a wonderful way to introduce children to some of Ireland's best-loved myths and legends, it's a history lesson, yes, but a fun, colourful one, and the witty tone means it will appeal to mums and dads too. Highly recommended" -...
The Children of Lir - (Irish Myths &...
A simple, informative and engaging way of learning about some of Ireland's most exciting tales. "The In a Nutshell Series is a wonderful way to introduce children to some of Ireland's best-loved myths and legends, it's a history lesson, yes, but a fun, colourful one, and the witty tone means it will appeal to mums and dads too. Highly recommended" -...
How Cúchuláinn Got His Name - (Irish Myths...
A simple, informative and engaging way of learning about some of Ireland's most exciting tales. "The In a Nutshell Series is a wonderful way to introduce children to some of Ireland's best-loved myths and legends, it's a history lesson, yes, but a fun, colourful one, and the witty tone means it will appeal to mums and dads too. Highly recommended" -...
W.B. Yeats - Poet and Patriot - Tina...
W.B. Yeats is not only an Irish literary hero and an internationally famous poet, he is also a truly fascinating character.
Pope Francis - Brian Doyle
From the bestselling Nutshell series comes Pope Francis
No. 21 Saint Colmcille (Saint Columba)
This is the story of Saint Colmcille: saint, scholar and one of the first people to see the Loch Ness Monster!
World Religions - Brian Doyle
Six of the largest religions in the world explained: Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, Sikhism
No. 20 Irish Myths & Legends - The Magical...
The Magical Story of the Tuatha De Danann
No. 17 Irish Myths & Legends - Journey...
Journey into the Unknown - The Story of Saint Brendan
World War I: When the Lights Went Out in...
HANDS ON HISTORY My Time Series Liam and Aoife's Second Adventure.
Molly's Diary The Easter Rising 1916 -...
Getting to grips with Ireland’s history!
Leo's War
New EXCLUSIVE August release. From the bestselling author of Molly's Diary. Based on the true story of Ireland's secret World War II hero
Oliver Cromwell: The Most Hated Man in...
Introducing the NEW Hands on History 'MY TIME' series
The Irish Civil War 1922-23 Ava's Diary
From the author of bestsellers 'Molly's Diary' and 'Dan's Diary' in the trilogy.
Dan's Diary - The War of Independence 1920-22
EXCLUSIVE RELEASE New to the HANDS ON HISTORY SERIESSequel to the No.1 bestselling Molly's Diary (as featured on the LATE LATE TOY SHOW)
Amelia Earhart - Adventurer & Aviator -...
The 2nd book in the Nutshell Adventurer series for 2020!!
Éamon de Valera - Dev - IRISH EDITION
First Irish Edition of Éamon de Valera in the 'In a Nutshell' Heroes series.
Éamon de Valera - Dev
Introducing the 7th book in the 'In a Nutshell' Heroes series. Beautifully illustrated by Derry Dillon. Written by Rod Smith.
Dónall Ó Conaill - Fuascailteoir - IRISH...
The 2nd Irish Edition in the 'In a Nutshell' Heroes series. Wonderfully told by Gaye Shortland and beautifully illustrated by Derry Dillon.
Daniel O'Connell - Liberator
The 8th book in the 'In a Nutshell' Heroes series. Wonderfully told by Gaye Shortland and beautifully illustrated by Derry Dillon.
Cathal Stiubhard Parnell - Ri Eireann gan...
Book 3 in IRISH of the In a Nutshell Heroes series.
Charles Stewart Parnell - Uncrowned King...
Book 9 in the popular In a Nutshell 'Heroes' series. (Also available in Irish)
Martin Luther King Jr. - Civil Rights Hero...
Includes class discussion topics, glossary and timeline.
The Boole Sisters - A Remarkable Family
Between 1856 and 1864, five remarkable girls were born in Cork, Ireland.
Micheal Mac Daibheid - Laoch Chogadh na...
Michael Davitt NOW AVAILABLE IN IRISH. (HEROES 4)
Michael Davitt - Land War Hero
Book 10 in the popular In a Nutshell 'Heroes' series. (This is also available in Irish)
Tom Crean - Hero of the South Pole...
This is the amazing story of adventurer Tom Crean. Beautifully told by Gaye Shortland. Illustrations by Derry Dillon.
Ten Women of the 1916 Rising
The 6th book in the 'HEROES SERIES' from 'In a Nutshell' Available now. Includes: Molly Childers, Grace,Muriel & Nellie Gifford,Maud Gonne, Rosie Hackett, Kathleen Lynn,Elizabeth O'Farrell & Julia Grenan, Margaret Skinnider Format: A5: 48 page paperback with Black & White Illustrations.
Roger Casement - In a Nutshell Heroes
New from the Bestselling In a Nutshell Heroes series
Mermaid Mayhem in Kerry - MAC
Thrilling stories and fun facts. Not suitable for parents.
The Lord in the Lake in Limerick - Oisín...
Thrilling stories and cool facts. Not suitable for parents.
Queen Maebh's Raging Return to Galway -...
Thrilling stories and cool facts. Not suitable for parents.
The Banshee Queen of Cork - Oisín McGann
Thrilling stories and cool facts. Not suitable for parents.
Viking Thunder in Dublin - Oisín McGann
Thrilling stories and cool facts. Not suitable for parents.
Get Out and Play... Football-Rod Smith
Watch out for the Get Out and Play series! A great way to learn all about all kinds of sport, get active and have lots of fun!€4.990 Review(s)Get Out and Play...GAA!
A great way to learn about all kinds of sport, get active and have lots of fun!€4.990 Review(s)
Non-Fiction
Rebels
The Irish Rising of 1916 ‘An extremely readable, exciting and well-documented account’ ― The Irish Times
Game, Set, Murder - Michael Sheridan
"When Sheridan gives full rein to his imagination ... the result is truly spine chilling" – The Irish Examiner
May You Live in Interesting Times
The acclaimed bestseller Features new chapter on President Obama
The light in the window
“Please write about us . . . and let the world know”
Dropping The Habit
NEW 2011 EDITION INCLUDES brand-new chapter! “A deeply moving and inspiring read” – The Irish Post
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Game, Set, Murder - Michael Sheridan
"When Sheridan gives full rein to his imagination ... the result is truly spine chilling" – The Irish Examiner
More Bloody Women
From the author of Bloody Women and Deadlier than the Male, seventeen more cases of death, violence and intrigue at the hands of some of Ireland’s most notorious women . . .
Revenge
REVENGE pulls no punches in describing how this most ancient of motives has led to so many deaths. “A chilling account of the vengeance that spurred Ireland's most notorious killings” - Mick McCaffrey, The Sunday Tribune
Murder at Shandy Hall
The unraveling of this true-life murder mystery will send a chill through your bones
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ORDER THIS EXCLUSIVE NEW 'HEROES' PACK AGES 6+ Order this amazing bumper pack of 14 HEROES books. R.R.P €68.86 Now only €39.99 and FREE POSTAGE IN EUROPE Each book is 48 pages and A5 size with full colour cover and black & white illustrations. SEE BELOW FOR PACKET CONTENTS
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AGES 6+ Order this amazing bumper pack of the second 11 In a Nutshell books. R.R.P €54.89 Now only €32.99 and FREE POSTAGE IN EUROPE Each book is 48 pages and A5 size with full colour cover and black & white illustrations. SEE BELOW FOR PACKET CONTENTS
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Rebels
The Irish Rising of 1916 ‘An extremely readable, exciting and well-documented account’ ― The Irish Times
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