Eoin Colfer is an Irish Children’s Laureate. His new book, The Dog Who Lost His Bark, is a poignant, uplifting story of a young boy, his new puppy, and the power of music to heal. This short novel boasts beautiful hand-drawn, emotive and detailed illustrations which bring the story to life for young readers. These […]
The Greenest Wind – Children’s E-Book Giveaway
THE GREENEST WIND is a children’s book set in West Cork, where a young German girl changes from feeling alone in a strange place, to never wanting to leave. A common complaint for anyone who spends more than a few days in this magnificent corner of Ireland. Today I’m delighted to introduce you to Gesine […]
Galway: The Graveyard of Hopes and Dreams – Guest Post by Rhian J. Martin
Something tragic happened in Galway. Something no one will talk about. Now that’s what I call a suspenseful introduction to a new book. Rhian J. Martin, in her debut novel, A Different Familiar, transports you to Galway, Ireland, where the rainy city provides an authentic Irish backdrop for her contemporary characters to uncover an unexpected […]
Adrift By Brian Murphy – New Book Giveaway
“Adrift: A True Story of Tragedy on the Icy Atlantic and the One Who Lived to Tell about It” by Brian Murphy tells a harrowing story of the ship, The John Rutledge, which sank after hitting an iceberg in the wild Atlantic in 1856. One hundred Irish emigrants were on board the ill fated craft. Released […]
New Irish Children’s Book Giveaway From Maureen O’Hanlon in County Cork
A little Irish field mouse is the subject of a new Irish children’s picture book by County Cork native, Maureen O’Hanlon. In today’s giveaway post, I’m delighted to introduce this little field mouse who’s on his way to visit the rainbow. Maureen has previously shared her lovely photography of Doneraile Park with us and today […]
The Gospel Of Mary – Book Giveaway
The Gospel of Mary is a Celtic mystery and the third book in the Sister Deirdre series by author Philip Freeman. In 6th century Ireland, a young nun from the monastery of St. Brigid in Kildare, finds herself the guardian of a mysterious manuscript claiming to be the lost gospel of Mary. Realizing leaders of […]
Irish Wit, Wisdom And Humor By Gerd De Ley
Irish Wit, Wisdom & Humor collects over 1000 witticisms, musings, deep thoughts, and one-liners from and about Ireland and its people. To celebrate St. Patrick’s Day today Irish American Mom is hosting a giveaway for a copy of this wonderful compilation. Before I share the giveaway details, let’s celebrate St. Patrick’s day by delving into […]
Irish Words of Wisdom – Book Giveaway for St. Patrick’s Day
Irish Words of Wisdom is a wonderful gift book that truly lifts your spirits. Written by Irish woman, Kate Hamilton, this book is inspired and dedicated to the memory of her father, Jim McEvoy, who had a saying for every situation, good and bad. Jim taught his daughter that if you don’t have faith you […]
Johnny Magory – Children’s Book Giveaway
Today I’m going to tell you a story about Johnny Magory. I’m sure that saying brings back memories for anyone who grew up in Ireland. I’m delighted to introduce you to Emma Jane Leeson, the creator of a lovely series of Irish children’s picture books, featuring our childhood favorite, Johnny Magory. And Emma Jane has […]
New Book Giveaway – The Missing Wife by Irish Author Sheila O’Flanagan
Sheila O’Flanagan’s most recent novel “The Missing Wife” will be released in the United States on February 6, 2018. To mark Sheila’s US publishing debut I am delighted to offer a copy of her novel for a reader to win. Many thanks to Grand Central Publishing for sponsoring this prize. Before I share the details […]
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