Séamus Almost Famous

Meet Séamus Murphy, an 11-year-old from Callan, Co. Kilkenny; and the only member of his wildly successful family who isn't even a tiny bit famous. His dad's a 14-time all-Ireland spud-eating champion, his mam is a multi-award-winning baker, his younger sister's just gone viral on the Toy Show and his little brother seems to be good at, well, everything!

Séamus is determined to change his fate. With his best friend Dara by his side, he's hatching a plan to go full-on famous; red carpets, flashing lights, the whole lot. Maybe then his family will take him seriously. And maybe Grace (who he definitely doesn't fancy, not even a little bit) will finally know he exists. After all, why just be a Séamus, when you could be a famous Séamus

Ideal for readers who:

• Have a real soft spot for funny Irish stories packed with family chaos and big ambitions.
• Recognise everyday school worries, friendship dramas and the universal desire to be seen.
• Are drawn to a warm, Kilkenny-set narrative filled with local humour and genuine heart.
• Pick up lively middle-grade comedies where typical insecurities become part of the fun.

ISBN

9781804585559

Format

Paperback

Publisher

Gill Children's, (02 July 2026)

Number of Pages

368

Weight

283 grams

Language

English

Dimensions

198 x 129 mm

Categories:

Children's Fiction Children and Teenage: Adventure Fiction Children and Teenage: Contemporary Fiction Children and Teenage: Humour