Brian Fitzgerald

The esteemed Gabriel Rosenstock has left our company very recently, and all too soon. Acclaimed for his large contribution to both adult and children’s Irish language literature, this posthumous rhyming picturebook is a fantastic addition to his legacy. Comprising of a whistle-stop tour of Ireland, the place names thus encountered, in the tradition if not quite the form of the limerick, handily providing the rhymes for the whole extravaganza.

This delightfully silly story is sure to bring joy into storytime as everyone in the castle tries to figure out who is causing the spooky sounds in the castle. Willis’ whimsical writing and Fitzgerald’s use of colour instantly brings readers into this magical world of green castles and mischievous green ghosts hiding along the walls seeking someone to scare. Trying to spot the green ghost blending into each green-coloured scene is something that adds a little extra layer of fun into an already delightful story.

This collection of Irish stories is a delightful read that uses a simple yet engaging rhyming scheme to bring the richness of Irish folklore vividly to life. Featuring some of Ireland’s most famous figures, the collection both educates and entertains young readers who are curious about Irish legends.

This lively journey through a daily routine inspires children to explore new experiences, tap into their imaginations and view the world from a fresh perspective.

Many dreams of children – and adults - across Ireland have featured either the arrival of Santa on Christmas Eve or the scoring of winning goals in Croke Park. Well, now we have a picturebook that celebrates both!

This delightful book introduces younger readers to Irish folklore creatures including Liam the Leprechaun and Betty the Banshee in a sweet set of six short rhyming stories.

A lively adaptation of the traditional Irish folk song ‘The Rattlin’ Bog’, this musical picturebook showcases the brilliant bog and the creatures that call it their home. Double- page spreads are intended to evoke the rhythm of the song, with lyrics arranged as if they are dancing across the page – readers will be tapping their fingers to the beat in no time!

Buailimid le Sol agus Lúna ag am dul a chodladh agus iad ag fanacht le scéalta difriúla a chloisteáil ó Mhamaí. Is cúpla iad atá an-éagsúil le chéile. Déanann Mamaí cinneadh scéal a léamh faoi bheirt eile. Níl cosúlacht dá laghad ag an mbeirt phríomhcharachtair, Grian agus Gealach, sa scéal a léann Mamaí dóibh.

This introduction to the wildlife of Ireland is a non-fiction account, but not simply a mere book of facts. Each page reads as though we are wandering across the countryside with an informed guide in our midst, every question answered along the way. Between more complex descriptions and definitions there are funny and deliciously disgusting facts that kids will love. This book succeeds in educating through the curiosity of discovering these creatures for the first time in a way that never feels laborious.

Readers follow Albie as he uses fashion in a bid to express himself. He experiments with different styles of dress that appeal to all genders or none. While one could accuse Albie of excessive consumer waste regarding his frequent clothing purchases, young readers will delight in studying some of Albie’s outlandish outfits and Willis offers redemption in the form of a charitable action towards the end of the story.