Patricia Scanlan was born in Dublin, where she still lives. She is a No 1 bestselling author and has sold millions of books worldwide. Her books are translated in many languages. Patricia is the series editor and a contributing author to the award winning Open Door Literacy series.
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Once a Year – Felicity Hayes-McCoy – Hachette Books Ireland
Now that she's finally (and secretly) divorced her unreliable husband, Sheila is ready to celebrate. But is her family's annual get-together, held at the hotel they've owned for generations, the best time to break the news? And she's not the only one keeping something to herself…
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Every Christmas Eve – Emma Heatherington – Penguin
Lou and Ben fell in love as teenagers at the Ballyheaney Christmas Eve party. Every winter, they saved the date for each other. Until everything changed one fateful night…
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Defence Protocol – Tom Clancy – Sphere
For decades, Taiwan has been a thorn in the side of the Chinese government. New Chinese President Li Jian Jun is done fooling around. He's devised a secret military operation to take the island. Only one man knows how to stop Li's bloody plan for reunification: Minister of Defence Qin Haiyu. Fearing for his life and the safety of his family, Qin covertly makes contact with the CIA in Beijing and signals his desire to defect to the West…
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SUNDAY MISCELLANY: A Selection 2023-2025 – Sarah Binchy (Ed) – New Island
A beloved Irish institution, RTÉ Radio 1’s Sunday Miscellany has been woven into the lives of listeners for over half a century. Following on from the bestselling 2023 anthology, this collection brings together some of the best broadcasts of the past three years, arranged in calendar months. Featuring a spectrum of writing talent, from household names to striking new voices, it offers solace, joy and entertainment for all seasons.
Featuring:
Dermot Bolger, Jan Carson, Michael D. Higgins, Louise Kennedy, Rosaleen McDonagh, Joseph O’Connor and many more …
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Donal’s Real Time Recipes – Donal Skehan –Yellow Kite Hachette
Donal's Real Time Recipes has been designed with busy lives in mind. No marinading or time-consuming techniques, just STRAIGHT THROUGH COOKING. Recipes include: favourite pasta dishes like Chop Tomato Pesto Pasta, super tasty one-pot suppers like Saffron Chicken & Rice and Braised One Pan Lamb; mouth-watering bowl food like Sticky Soy Salmon & Crispy Rice.
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Cloud Nine – Conor Murray – Reach Sport
No matter how these things are judged; longevity, impact or silverware, Conor Murray has more than earned his place in the pantheon of Irish rugby gods.
Both at Thomond Park and on the international stage, Murray has stood out even whilst surrounded by other Ireland and Munster names who will themselves go down in history.
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Softly As I Leave You – Priscilla Presley – Headline
The long-awaited, candid memoir by Priscilla Presley chronicling her difficult, inspiring journey beyond the walls of Graceland and behind the elegant image the world sees. The Elvis legacy seen from the inside ...
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Dynasty: Scandals, Triumph, Turmoil and Succession at the heart of Dunnes Stores – Matt Cooper – Eriu
With drama worthy of the popular TV drama Succession, a real-life Irish family drama shows the children of a dominant founder argue as to who should run the supermarket empire after his death and take the money from it, and how they dealt or not, with addictions and ill health, including alcoholism.
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The Dodger: DJ Carey and the Great Betrayal – Eimear Ní Bhraonáin –Merrion Press
There was a time when DJ Carey didn't need a surname. The star player of a Kilkenny hurling team that dominated the sport for a decade. In 2003, shocking claims that DJ was dying of cancer swept the country. Two decades later, the truth emerged. DJ Carey was arrested and charged with deception and forgery - accused of faking cancer to con money from those who trusted him most. In this riveting exposé, Eimear Ní Bhraonáin uncovers the extraordinary fall from grace of a national icon, and how he betrayed the fans that once loved him.
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Miriam: The fascinating memoir from one of Ireland's most celebrated broadcasters –Miriam O’Callaghan – Sandycove
Miriam O'Callaghan is one of Ireland's best-known broadcasters, covering every election, referendum, major controversy and important public event for TV, and hosting an award-winning radio show. Combining career success, high-octane glamour and being a mother-of-eight makes her a truly unique figure in Irish public life.
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A Crack in Everything – Ruth Frances Long – O’Brien Press
Welcome to the other side.
Izzy learns the truth about the secret world of the Sidhe coexisting alongside the human one, and the angels and demons who watch over the affairs of mortals, making their own plans. She becomes a pawn in this game, and it almost costs her everything. Only by taking matters into
her own hands can she save her friends and family.
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A Small Matter of Impending Catastrophe –Derek Landy – Harper Collins Children’s Books
In 1962, three sorcerers converged to do battle in a hidden chamber near a disused platform in the London Underground. Prophecy foretold that the victor would hold the very fate of humanity in their hands. Since then… nothing.
When the end of the world comes knocking, our first line of defence must always be sarcasm. Unstoppable, withering sarcasm…
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Enchanted Ireland –Kieran Fanning Illustrated by Julia Iredale –Gill Books
Join Kieran Fannin on a visit to every county in Ireland, told through 32 magical stories. From mysterious enchantments like The Stolen Bride from Galway to strange sightings like The Rathcoffey Pooka of Kildare; from tales of the Ulster Cycle like The Curse of Macha to fantastical folklore like The Fairy Hare of Slievemaan in County Wicklow…
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Little Artie and the Happy Dance!– Arthur Gourounlian and Erika McGann Illustrated by Dan Taylor – Gill Books
Little Arty is an energetic kid who has a massive love for dancing! When his best friend Lala feels glum during a trip to the park, Arty’s playful spirit leads the way. As he dances through the park, Arty shows Lala how every corner can be filled with magic and fun, and soon everyone joins in!
A Merry Little Irish Christmas – Caroline Grace Cassidy – Embla Books
Grab a mulled wine, curl up by the fire and escape to the Emerald Isle this winter in the BRAND-NEW festive treat from Caroline Grace-Cassidy!
This Christmas, will love lead Maggie home?
Set in a snow-covered Irish village, A Merry Little Irish Christmas is an uplifting, heartwarming and gorgeous tale of family and friends, of the importance of following your dreams and taking chances, and of finding love when you least expect to.
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