Myths of Japan is a beautiful addition to DK’s Ancient Myths series, a series that introduces young readers to customs, stories and traditions from around the world. Celebrating Japanese mythology, this stunning anthology invites readers to step into a world of adventure and wonder.
Katy Hessel’s adaptation of her bestselling 2022 book The Story of Art Without Men is a joyful introduction to the history of art created by women worldwide over the past 500 years. She provides empowering and exciting accounts of various female artists and art movements, ranging from the Renaissance to Minimalism and up to the present day. Hessel’s passion for her subject will spark curiosity and enthusiasm among readers. This edition also includes new chapters which were not featured in the original book – for example, a section exploring First Nations art in Australia.
Stories have great power. They are a wonderful way of entertaining, educating and, most importantly, connecting. In this enchanting collection of ten fairy and folk tales retold for children, award-winning author Lari Don celebrates the rich, ancient storytelling traditions of Ireland and its Celtic neighbours in Scotland, Wales, the Isle of Man, Cornwall and Brittany.
Readers (young and old!) will be captivated by Nat Harrison’s wonderful debut novel that reimagines Around the World in 80 Days with fresh energy, heart, originality and sensitivity. From the very first page, Harrison’s evocative writing immerses readers into a whirlwind adventure rich in historical detail that balances thrilling escapades with tender moments of connection and hope.
Rachaidh léitheoirí ar thuras draíochtúil ar Oíche Shamhna leis an dán gutha tarraingteach seo.
We are all grateful for music in our lives, just like the members of ABBA, whose song gives this engaging book its title. Their quoted lyrics at the beginning of the book launch readers on their journey through the history of music up to the present day.
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.
This anthology contains poems by a diverse range of twenty contemporary poets including Mandy Coe, Elizabeth Acevedo and Northern Irish-Kashmiri poet, Nikita Gill. The introduction highlights the spell that poetry casts and throughout the collection, the poets prompt readers to slow down, doodle, write and become more aware of themselves and their surroundings.
St. Brigid is Ireland’s most famous female patron saint, yet she is not Ireland’s only female saint. This informative book highlights other women whose stories are equally inspiring but not as well-known as St. Brigid’s. Readers are introduced to twenty-three female saints in the main chapters. These include Attracta, who defeated a deadly serpent, Dympna who helped people with anxiety and Lupait, St. Patrick’s sister and a skilled embroiderer and weaver.
