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Under a Skellig Sky – Breda joy

‘A delightful read for all who long for a flavour of Ireland’ GEMMA JACKSON

Death Visits January

When a local farmer announces on social media that he has discovered a ‘bog body’ in Ardee, experts are keen to explore the secrets of the life and grisly death of the victim.

The Other Side of the Wall

‘A twisting tale of evil lurking behind a suburban hall door’ – Sinéad Crowley, author of One Bad Turn

A Perfect Copy

For fans of Kristin Hannah

Lives Apart – Anne M. McLoughlin

A tale of emigration from Ireland to America after the Famine – a family saga of betrayal, tragedy and survival.

What Lies Hidden – Fran McDonnelll

Poolbeg Crimson – Fiction with an edgeA DARK WORLD OF LIES AND DECEIT – AND A RACE TO UNCOVER THE TRUTH 

Sheila Forsey 3 FOR 2 PACK

3 FOR 2 ON SHEILA FORSEY

Blinding Lies

Praise for Blinding Lies ‘A gritty, layered and fast-moving read that grabs the attention from the opening pages’ Mairéad Hearne, Swirl and Thread

Mosaic - Caragh Bell

From the author of Echos of Grace and GabriellaFAME IS A FUNNY THING... THE WHOLE WORLD KNOWS YOUR NAME BUT NO ONE REALLY KNOWS YOU

Orchids and Lies - Fiona Gartland

“When a high-pitched scream perforated my peace at the National Botanic Gardens in Dublin it seemed that it was not only audible but almost visible. It was as though the sound had made the light there vibrate – as though the plants and trees were altered by it.”

Lie A Little: A heart-warming Victorian...

'Fans of Catherine Cookson and Helen Forrester will love this.'

The Legend of Valentine Sorrow - Caroline...

SHORTLISTED FOR Teen & Young Adult Book of the Year 2021 IRISH BOOK AWARDS 'Gripping, vivid, and very, very entertaining. I loved it.’ Roddy Doyle 'A star of fantasy fiction'. Eoin Colfer Inspired by Bram Stoker’s mother Charlotte Thornley, and her incredible eyewitness account of the Cholera epidemic in Ireland. Many believe that Charlotte Thornley...

The Lake House at Lenashee

FROM THE AUTHOR OF KILBRIDE HOUSE AND THE SECRET OF EVELINE HOUSE

A Great Beauty – A. O'Connor

FROM THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF A TELEGRAM FROM BERLIN

Reinventing Susannah - Joan Brady

From the bestselling author of The Cinderella Reflex.

The King of Lavender Square

A stunning new fiction debut from Susan Ryan - ONE TO WATCH

All at Sea - Pauline Lawless

From the author of Meet and Delete and The Birthday Girls

Reinventing Susannah - Joan Brady

From the bestselling author of The Cinderella Reflex

The Cinderella Reflex

It's time to stop waiting for prince charming and rescue yourself

One Monday Morning - Jennifer Burke

From the bestselling author of Levi's Gift

Rescued - Maria Murphy

'Fans of Charlotte Bronte and Daphne du Maurier are in for a treat' Irish Independent

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

My Sister's Child - Caroline Finnerty

She gave her a gift but then she wanted it back . . . A story of unbreakable bonds for sisters everywhere

Already Taken- Caroline Grace-Cassidy

‘Twists and turns in every chapter – a brilliant read’ Maia Dunphy

Meet and Delete - Pauline Lawless

"Where to find Mr Right? Online, of course!"

(a) Talk Show - A. O'Connor

“It’s a real page turner with plenty of twists to keep you guessing until the end” – U Magazine

Time and Tide

From the author of Inside Out

One Monday Morning - Jennifer Burke

From the bestselling author of Levi's Gift

Rescued - Maria Murphy

'Fans of Charlotte Bronte and Daphne du Maurier are in for a treat' Irish Independent

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

The Cinderella Reflex

It’s time to stop waiting for prince charming and rescue yourself

My Sister's Child - Caroline Finnerty

She gave her a gift but then she wanted it back . . . A story of unbreakable bonds for sisters everywhere

The Other Side of the Wall

‘A twisting tale of evil lurking behind a suburban hall door’ – Sinéad Crowley, author of One Bad Turn

Blinding Lies

Praise for Blinding Lies ‘A gritty, layered and fast-moving read that grabs the attention from the opening pages’ Mairéad Hearne, Swirl and Thread

Orchids and Lies - Fiona Gartland

“When a high-pitched scream perforated my peace at the National Botanic Gardens in Dublin it seemed that it was not only audible but almost visible. It was as though the sound had made the light there vibrate – as though the plants and trees were altered by it.”

(a) The Sleeper Lies - Andrea Mara

ONE WINDOW, THREE LIES, 24 DAYS IS ALL IT TAKES

Now That You've Gone - Fiona Gartland

From the bestselling author of In the Court's Hands

White Ghost Ridge - Carol Coffey

A Detective Locklear Mystery

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

In the Courts Hands - Fiona Gartland

The Pact - Carol Coffey

'A strong plot and clever storytelling . . . giving the novel that unputdownable quality' Irish Independent

Deadly Blind - Siobhain Bunni

From the bestselling author of Blood and Water

There Was a Crooked Man - Cat Hogan

From the author of They All Fall Down

Ever this Day - Helen Moorhouse

From the bestselling author of Sing Me to Sleep Ever story deserves an ending. But first, the beginning much be told.

There Was A Crooked Man - Cat Hogan

From the author of Irish Times Bestseller They All Fall Down

The Last Lost Girl

Another Poolbeg Crimson - fiction with an edge now available.

22. The Little Book of Irish Saints -...

Book number 22 in the Nutshell series. Written by Maria Hoey and illustrated beautifully by Derry Dillon. 

More Classic Irish Myths, Legends and...

A special omnibus edition and second collection which features Books 7-12 in the bestselling In a Nutshell series.

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. 

Kilmainham Gaol

From the bestselling Nutshell series comes Kilmainham Gaol

Pope Francis - Brian Doyle

From the bestselling Nutshell series comes Pope Francis

Dead Famous - Desmond Doyle

Peer into the History of Glasnevin Cemetery . . . 

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. 19 Irish Myths & Legends - Niall of...

Niall of the Nine Hostages

No. 18 Irish Myths & Legends - The Story...

The Story of Tara

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)

Seeds of Liberty - Three Battles for...

Getting to grips with Ireland’s history!

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)

Votes For Women! The Irish Women's...

Women who led the way!

Firsts for Irish Women - Olive Collins

Firsts for Irish Women - They led the way

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

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.

Life is a Funny Business - Alan Shatter

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

My Life and Themes

My Life and Themes

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