From young to old, in every book there is a lesson to behold. Share the wisdom and gift a book this holiday season!

You can’t go wrong with an Irish hunk! A Hunk: a strong, attractive man An Irish Hunk: something even better Available in all bookshops!

irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41760578.html Christmas murder-mystery has suspense, snow, festive glow and wholesome advocacy of cheese on toast. @nosycrow.bsky.social @fleurhitchcock.bsky.social @alexcotter.bsky.social @theobrienpress.bsky.social @erikamcgann.bsky.social

irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41760881.html New twist on Irish mythology is a story of grief and learning to let go of ghosts of the past. @puffinbooksuk.bsky.social @theobrienpress.bsky.social @littleislandbooks.bsky.social @alnolan.bsky.social

We know just how to impress the rugby lover in your life! Gift the chance to experience the thrill of the pitch-side view through the lens of superfan Ivan O’Riordan. Available in all bookshops!

“it’s all about resilience and weathering life’s storms. We certainly need that this time of the year.” What a fabulous chat with Alice Taylor on @rte.ie’s Today Show. www.rte.ie/player/serie...

‘Magic isn’t only found in old ancient forests or dusty old castles … it’s everywhere, all the time …’ Coming Spring 2026: ‘Small Magics’ by Alex Dunne! Cover by Alice Maria Power Thank you Arts Council for their help in making this publication possible.

Flossie is coming to town! The perfect cosy read, available in all bookshops.

Beautiful photography books to dive into this Christmas! From bustling Cork to the mystery of Ireland’s peatlands, see Ireland in a new light. Available in all bookshops.

‘That’s It, Said the Dandelion’ – Coming Spring 2026! A tender tale of growth and change, written by Nicola Reddy and illustrated by Róisín Hahessy, this heartwarming new picture book will charm readers of all ages. shop.thebookcentre.ie/Books/PRE-OR...

“Absolutely fantastic debut” Fabulous recommend just in time for Christmas! www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...

If you’re looking for dazzling, whimsical stories, these are only a few that will take your breath away. With mesmerising illustrations, these picture books will make Christmas even more magical. Available in all bookshops!

"It was a middle-of-the-night idea... I didn't know half of them existed." It was such a pleasure to speak with @nicolapierce.bsky.social, winner of the 2025 @hodgesfiggis.bsky.social History Book of the Year, with her book 'Great Irish Wives'. #APIBA #StoriesMakeUs

“a beautiful book, I read every word” Fascinating interview on last night’s Mooney Goes Wild with author and photographer Carsten Krieger. www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...

Every family has a history buff, and we’ve got you covered when it comes to picking out their perfect present! Available in all bookshops!

“The glossy pages are full of animal mayhem, and the journey structure works brilliantly to extend the canon of McCaughren's fine work for this young age group” Great Christmas recommend of ‘Run Home, Little Fox’ 🦊 www.irishtimes.com/culture/book...

“fascinating reframing of the historical narrative” Wonderful to have ‘Great Irish Wives’ included on @irishtimes.com’s “Best books of 2025 to place under the Christmas tree” 🎄 www.irishtimes.com/culture/book...

A stunning interview with author Nicola Pierce on the past year and the publication of award-winning ‘Great Irish Wives.’ www.irishtimes.com/culture/book...

Fabulous interview with Kathleen Flavin, author of the ‘Foxford Cafe Cookbook’ 🥗 www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/pe...

Poor Fraidy Dog is afraid of… everything! Author and illustrator Kate Sheehy demonstrates how one of her bright, lively sketches comes to life. Perhaps Fraidy won’t be so afraid once he knows how they’re made? Available in all bookshops.

Amazing surprise book post this morning brought A Hollow in the Hills and A Darkness at the End on audio book. The Dubh Linn trilogy is complete. Thank you so much @theobrienpress.bsky.social and Bolinda audio. All narrated by the fantastic Heather O'Sullivan.

@kmoranwrites.bsky.social’s debut ‘The Doomsday Club’ is reprinting already! Released in March, it will now reach even more excited readers. Surely the boys won’t get into any more trouble?

“Byrne’s book explores a distinguished line extending from the earliest navigators, who may have reached North America – by currach – a thousand years before Columbus.” Lovely piece on Emma Byrne’s ‘Famous Irish Mariners’ on afloat.ie! afloat.ie/resources/bo...

Enemies-to-lovers has never tasted so sweet! @meabhmcdonnell.bsky.social’s debut YA has charmed reviewers all over Ireland and is set to delight many more! Grab your copy and get reading, you’ll find that one slice just won’t do 🍰

Lovely piece on Kathleen Flavin and her work at the Foxford Cafe, including her new cookbook! www.rte.ie/player/serie...

Little Foxy keeps conquering little readers’ hearts! Get cosy and dive into this heartwarming tale – available in all bookshops. @erikamcgann.bsky.social @shannonbergin.bsky.social

Fabulous interview with author Alice Taylor on her path and books, including her newest release ‘Weathering Storms,’ ‘To School Through the Fields’ and ‘The Gift of a Garden.’ www.irishtimes.com/life-style/p...

“soaked in family drama and friendship trouble, sprinkled with actual recipes, this is a light-hearted, zesty romcom for teens” m.independent.ie/entertainmen...

“Jamie Carroll’s delightful debut, Milo and the Mountain, demonstrates the importance of keeping going in the face of challenges” m.independent.ie/entertainmen...

“a beautiful book” Listen to Dr Norah Patten talk about her life-changing book ‘Shooting for the Stars’ on The Bookshelf with Ryan Tubridy 🚀 shows.acast.com/book-shelf-w...

“Capturing the warmth of Christmas, this illustration radiates joy. Shannon is also a big winner of this year’s Irish Book Awards, where her illustration for Run Home, Little Fox, written by Tom McCaughren and Erica McGann, won the Children’s Book of the Year.” www.rte.ie/lifestyle/li...

Fantastic to see our titles included in the 2025 Late Late Toy Show! From little Puffling’s new adventure, to an unstoppable GAA duo and the vibrant expression of one of W.B. Yeats’s most memorable poems, these recommendations will delight many of Ireland’s youngest readers.

Here it is! Week one of Marys' Advent Calendar of Kids Books! Six days, six books & six of my favourites for the time of year! @andersenpress.bsky.social @theobrienpress.bsky.social @harpercollins.bsky.social fallenstarstories.wordpress.com/2025/12/01/m...

Puffling and the Stormy Sea in the Toy Show Leabharlann 😀 Well done the book reviewers! @erikamcgann.bsky.social @theobrienpress.bsky.social #picturebook

“A fast-paced read, ideal for keeping readers engaged, and the horror, while genuinely pulse-raising is just the right amount of scary for its readership” m.independent.ie/entertainmen...

“A warm-hearted, sweet and funny adventure and friendship story, set in the golden age of cinema” m.independent.ie/entertainmen...

“A delicious Irish enemies-to-lovers teen romantic comedy” m.independent.ie/entertainmen...

“A new sports adventure with a mystery at its core from this hugely popular Irish sportswriter (…) Fun for any young rugby fan” m.independent.ie/entertainmen...

“A charming tale about kindness and honouring creativity with detailed illustrations to pour over” m.independent.ie/entertainmen...

“a charming rhyming picture book” Lovely review of ‘Flossie McFluff Saves Christmas’ on the @independent.ie m.independent.ie/entertainmen...

Listen to RTÉjr’s We Love Books podcast with Michael Smith and David Butler on their graphic novel ‘Tom Crean - Irish Antarctic Hero’ 🧊 www.rte.ie/radio/podcas...

I'm completely over the moon that "Run Home Little Fox" won Best Children's Book of the year at the Irish Book Awards! Thank you to all of you who voted and have sent so much love and support. You're all wonderful, and I appreciate it so much 💛 @erikamcgann.bsky.social @theobrienpress.bsky.social

Éanna Ní Lamhna will be signing her book ‘Wild Dublin’ with Dubray Books at their Gifted Stand in the RDS this Saturday 6th December at 12pm. Don’t miss the chance to meet and chat with the author and wildlife expert!

“A wonderful book to share with budding astronauts” m.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/life/books/2...

“this large format graphic novel which manages to pack a huge amount of action and adventure into its colourful pages” m.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/life/books/2...

“Ideal for any young rugby fan, Ger Siggins’ text is knowledgeable but accessible, and chronicles lots of interesting facts about the history of rugby in this country, and Graham Corcoran’s colourful illustrations make the words come alive” m.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/life/books/2...

Our wonderful shortlisted authors attended the Irish Book Awards to represent their fabulous books. Congratulations to all of them for the deserved recognition of their outstanding work!

What a wonderful win for Nicola Pierce’s ‘Great Irish Wives’ last night at the Irish Book Awards! Nicola’s powerful depiction of the lives of ten wives hidden within history is truly one of the books of 2025. Congratulations, Nicola! @irishbookawards.bsky.social

We’re delighted that ‘Run Home, Little Fox’ was named Children’s Book of the Year (Junior) at the Irish Book Awards! Tom McCaughren, Erika McGann & Shannon Bergin are a true powerhouse trio and have created a picture book that will be cherished for a very long time. Congratulations to them!

The WINNER of the 2025 @Hodges_Figgis History Book of the Year is... Great Irish Wives, @nicolapierce.bsky.social (@theobrienpress.bsky.social) #APIBA #StoriesMakeUs