“If they were alive, all 10 would certainly salute this gifted writer who has done so much to restore women to our lopsided historical narrative.” Thank you to Clodagh Finn for such a brilliant piece on Nicola Pierce’s newest title. www.irishexaminer.com/opinion/colu...

“Another sure-fire hit, Lili’s Family Fakeaways, soon to be released” Thank you @independent.ie for the fantastic piece on Lili Forberg’s success! m.independent.ie/life/family/...

“the most comforting aspect of this colourful picture book may be its affirmation that even those who appear bravest are still scared of some things” www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/ar...

Read an extract from Emma Byrne’s ‘Famous Irish Mariners’ here: www.rte.ie/culture/2025...

Readers thrilled by the ghostly goings on in Natasha Mac a’Bháird’s first Scyamore Hill Mystery will be delighted to discover there’s just as much excitement and intrigue in the second. THE VANISHED GIRL is our NEW #BookoftheWeek 🔍 @theobrienpress.bsky.social booksforkeeps.co.uk/review/the-v...

Thank you Eason in O’Connell Street, Nassau Street and St Stephen’s Green for welcoming Alan Nolan this morning while the author was out and about signing copies of his exciting new book ‘The Grand Central Cinema Club’ 🎬

A fun morning with author Alan Nolan, out signing his new book ‘The Grand Central Cinema Club.’ Thank you Gutter Bookshop for the bright welcome as always!

Thank you Dubray in Mary St and Grafton St for the warm welcome this morning while Alan Nolan was out signing copies of his new book ‘The Grand Central Cinema Club’ – lovely too see it on shelves!

Always fun to stop by @hodgesfiggis.bsky.social for some book signing, especially when it happens to be Book of the Month! Thank you to the wonderful booksellers for their excitement over Alan Nolan’s ‘The Grand Central Cinema Club’ 🎬

Debut author Jamie Carroll charmed the audience of @childrensbooksireland.ie’s conference this weekend with his New Voices presentation on his picture book ‘Milo and the Mountain’ ⛰️ With stunning illustrations and an empowering message, this is a picture book to own and treasure!

Happy publication day to Emma Byrne’s ‘Famous Irish Mariners’ 🌊   Available in bookshops now!

I'm so proud of this new retelling of Tír na nÓg with Conor Busuttil - can't wait to see it on the shelves! 🌟📚🌟

Emma Byrne's Famous Irish Mariners! Brendan the Navigator, Ernest Shackleton, Tom Crean, Grace O’Malley, Kate Tyrrell, John Barry, Francis Beaufort, Maude Delap, John Holland+! "we...punched above our weight...maritime achievement". Perfect for Irish history fans! 10/10💫 @theobrienpress.bsky.social

Puffling and the Stormy Sea by @erikamcgann.bsky.social @gerrydalyart.bsky.social gorgeous! 4th in this enchanting series! Curiosity, adventure & kindness set on Skelligs. Puffling is swept to sea but will she get home with help? Love the gannets & basking shark! 10/10💫 @theobrienpress.bsky.social

Tír na nÓg: A Favourite Irish Legend. Upliftingly retold @erikamcgann.bsky.social & sumptuously illustrated by Conor Busuttil. Full of classic fairy tale creatures 3+ will adore. When sadness strikes Niamh learns the strength of a human heart 10/10 @theobrienpress.bsky.social #DiscoverIrishKidsBooks

“Come away, O human child! To the waters and the wild” Dive into Erin Brown’s radiant illustrations as they bring to life one of Ireland’s most famous poems. Coming this October ✨ www.dubraybooks.ie/product/the-...

Tír na nÓg tells a story from long, long ago, part of an ancient oral tradition, handed down from generation to generation. Written by @erikamcgann.bsky.social, with Conor Busuttil’s extraordinary and enveloping illustrations, this edition is a beautiful retelling of a beloved Irish legend.

Thanks a mil for featuring our books! 💜 Fab work everyone @halfwayupbooks.bsky.social And well done all the nature trailers! 👏👏 @theobrienpress.bsky.social

I'm very blessed that @theobrienpress.bsky.social have sent me copies all 5 of these gorgeous new picture books to review! They are all stunning, and I recommend them all!!!

The much anticipated new Puffling hatches next week! Another Skellig tale filled with imagination, curiosity, adventure, resourcefulness and cameraderie. And joy! Just look at that cover🌈 Words by @erikamcgann.bsky.social, art by @gerrydalyart.bsky.social, published by @theobrienpress.bsky.social

Last night's celebration of our Autumn children's books was a night to remember! Thank you to all the authors, illustrators, booksellers and children's books lovers who came out to support the stunning books we had the pleasure to launch.

“This is such a cute story! I love that no one blames Fraidy for his feelings - he's afraid and that's ok, they help him learn to deal with it.” readandreviews.blogspot.com/2025/09/obri...

“Ireland has an astronaut! Norah's work in STEM and advancing Ireland's scientific community is fascinating. Kids will love learning about space, missions and the training Norah and her colleagues go through every day.” readandreviews.blogspot.com/2025/09/obri...

“Mel's art is bright and colourful with lots of hidden details to spot - check out Daddy Gruff's record collection! This will sit beautifully next to the rest of the collection.” readandreviews.blogspot.com/2025/09/obri...

“Jamie's first book is a triumph, with bright, bold colours and a great story.” readandreviews.blogspot.com/2025/09/obri...

The third instalment of Amy Clarkin’s eerie, supernatural series is fast approaching… are you ready? Coming this October, pre-order now, if you dare…

Milo and the Mountain by Jamie Carroll:touching tale of dreaming big dreams, facing fears & the meaning of friendship; Charming, reassuring, intriguing, engaging; a “feel-good”, freeing story for us all. @theobrienpress.bsky.social #FallenStarStories fallenstarstories.wordpress.com/2025/09/16/g...

Delighted to make this list! Check it out if you’re looking for your next read 📖

Published in May and reprinting already - everyone is loving ‘Badger Books’! Thank you to The Arts Council for their help in making this publication possible.

Our #BookoftheWeek and we're big fans of Kate Sheehy #BookSky

The Doomsday Club are returning for a brand new adventure for World Book Day 2026! 💥 Set between books one and two, join Conan, Jack, Jerry and Yash in a race against time to send a devious, shape-shifting monster back where it came from. @theobrienpress.bsky.social @worldbookdayuk.bsky.social

We are delighted to have the incredible @kmoranwrites.bsky.social be part of World Book Day 2026 with ‘The Doomsday Club: Shape-Shifters’ ⚡️ @worldbookdayuk.bsky.social highlights the enjoyment of reading for FUN and tries to give each child in the UK and Ireland the opportunity to own a book.

Hollywood has long been the home of the Hunk, but there’s a new man in town and he’s got heaps of charm and an accent that’ll make you swoon. Please please please let us know who this mystery Hunk could be. Coming Soon!

“Depicted in bold, bright colours and almost 3D at times, these are anthropomorphised just enough to seem playful rather than scary, and are full of movement.” booksforkeeps.co.uk/review/fraid...

Read an extract from Eithne Massey’s fascinating new book “Where the Waters Flow” on @rte.ie: www.rte.ie/culture/2025...

“Nolan’s new series is a fusion of history and mystery that shines a spotlight on the true magic of the silver screen and the importance of imagination” Fantastic review by @childrensbooksireland.ie on @irishexaminer.bsky.social 🎬

“this book is as addictive as the recipes in its pages” Fantastic review by @childrensbooksireland.ie on @irishexaminer.bsky.social Examiner 🧁

“Carroll’s debut is populated by cosy characters, autumnal scenes, and the warmth of camaraderie. Procrastinators everywhere will relate to Milo’s conundrum and cheer him on through his challenge.” Thank you @childrensbooksireland.ie for the lovely review on @irishexaminer.bsky.social ⛰️

‘Blowing the Whistle’ is the first book in a new series from bestselling children’s author Gerard Siggins. Known for his hugely popular ‘Rugby Spirit’ series, over 100,000 of Gerard’s children’s books have been sold. Make sure you snag this one, out in October!

I was talking to a new children's writer and he was amazed at how helpful the Irish children's book community are. I explained that we see children's writing as a team sport. If a child loves a book they will keep reading. Here are some of Team Irish Kids Books. Now all we need is a snappy name!

True Friends at Fernside by Sheena Wilkinson: 2nd in the Fernside House series; Fernside becomes a welcoming place to escape into. Engaging, thought-provoking, thoroughly enjoyable; full of friendship, community & heart. @theobrienpress.bsky.social fallenstarstories.wordpress.com/2025/09/12/b...

Our new book! 💜 Puffling and the Stormy Sea by @erikamcgann.bsky.social and me will be published very soon by @theobrienpress.bsky.social Always mega to get a first copy in hand. Can’t wait to reveal more, and see Puffling’s thrilling new adventure out in the world 😊 #illustration #picturebook

Our newest #10MinuteBookClub is up with @meabhmcdonnell.bsky.social ! Don’t miss it! glenthornelrc.blogspot.com/2025/09/the-... @theobrienpress.bsky.social

Last night’s launch of Nicola Pierce’s ‘Great Irish Wives’ was a stunning, vibrant event. Thank you to the fantastic speakers, the choir and Waterstones Drogheda for creating such a special night of celebration and remembrance. And a huge congratulations to Nicola!

Daily Bear: LB has an adorable new picture book for the littlest readers. Fraidy Dog by Kate Sheehy; will he learn not to be afraid? Funny, reassuring, silly, utterly delightful; a sweet; perfect story to with the littlies. @theobrienpress.bsky.social fallenstarstories.wordpress.com/2025/09/11/a...

With a dash of humour and a sprinkle of charm, @meabhmcdonnell.bsky.social’s YA romance holds the recipe for success!   Coming Soon 🧁

Today on the show I talk to the amazing @meabhmcdonnell.bsky.social about her fantastic new novel, Any Way You Slice It! podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/e... @theobrienpress.bsky.social

I already loved @nicolapierce.bsky.social writing; attention grabbing & thoroughly researched. Great Irish Wives: Remarkable Lives from History is fab! She writes about 10 wives who were actually instrumental in their famous husbands' success. @theobrienpress.bsky.social www.rte.ie/culture/2025...

Jamie Carroll has been selected to speak at the New Voices panel during the @childrensbooksireland.ie Conference. Both animator and illustrator, the first-time author has just released the sensational picture book ‘Milo and the Mountain,’ which has charmed readers of all ages.

Read an extract from Nicola Pierce’s remarkable book ‘Great Irish Wives’ here: @rte.ie