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1. The Dodger: DJ Carey And The Great Betrayal
by Eimear Ní Bhraonáin
€16.99
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, he had a rare, natural talent that led his county to five All Ireland titles and won him nine All Stars. DJ wasn’t just a hero on the pitch - his easy charm, generosity, and readiness to meet young fans made him a national treasure. Throughout his meteoric rise, strange rumours followed him. In 2003, shocking claims that DJ was dying of cancer swept the country. Who would spread such a story about one of Ireland’s most beloved sporting legends? And what could possibly be gained from it? 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. For years, he had been telling the same lie to generous supporters who believed they were funding life-saving treatment in the U.S. 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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2. The Only Way I Know: The Autobiography
by Andy Farrell
€14.99 €24.99
The Only Way I Know: The Autobiography Andy Farrell’s life has moved from rugby-league rookie to international coaching legend. This is his story — told with warmth, honesty and heart. At just 16, Andy made his first-team debut for Wigan Warriors — and became a father. He later earned the Man of Steel award, switched codes to rugby union, and represented England and Saracens at elite levels. As a coach, he’s led Ireland to Six Nations glory and gained praise for his leadership and vision. In this deeply personal memoir, he reflects on the challenges, sacrifices and moments of daring that shaped him — from the playing field to the touchline — and shares what rugby has taught him about life, identity, and legacy.
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3. Miriam: Life, Work, Everything
by Miriam O'Callaghan
€14.99 €24.99
I started writing this book as an exclusively work memoir, but the work and the personal kept overlapping. I don’t know if that’s because I’m a woman or a mother or both — or none of those reasons. I just know that for my story to be authentic and truthful, I couldn’t simply focus on the work side of my life. Miriam O'Callaghan is one of Ireland's best-known broadcasters, covering every election, referendum, major controversy, and important public event for TV, while also hosting an award-winning radio show. Combining career success, high-octane glamour, and motherhood to eight children makes her a truly unique figure in Irish public life. In her absorbing memoir, Miriam shares touching stories from her personal life — from the life-changing impact of losing her beloved sister and father in a matter of months, and the end of her first marriage that same year, to the joys and challenges of bringing eight children into the world and juggling a frenetically busy life (“give up on perfection” is her wise advice!). Miriam includes fascinating insights into a career that has given her a ringside seat to a changing Ireland. Like attending Bobby Sands’ wake even before she was a journalist, and life coming full circle when she championed John Hume to be declared the greatest figure in Irish history. She describes extraordinary debates, important and heart-breaking conversations with people in the eye of a media storm, and how she prepares for and conducts the big interviews — as well as what happens when things go wrong. Miriam also addresses the recent RTÉ controversies that cast a shadow over its high-profile presenters, not least herself.
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10. Thirty-two words for field
by Manchán Magan
€17.99
The Irish language has thirty-two words for field. Among them are: Geamhar - a field of corn-grass Tuar - a field for cattle at night Réidhleán - a field for games or dancing Cathairìn - a field with a fairy-dwelling in it The richness of a language closely tied to the natural landscape offered our ancestors a more magical way of seeing the world. Before we cast old words aside, let us consider the sublime beauty and profound oddness of the ancient tongue that has been spoken on this island for almost 3,000 years. In Thirty-Two Words for Field, Manchán Magan meditates on these words - and the nuances of a way of life that is disappearing with them. 'A rip-roaring, archaeological and anthropological exploration of the lyricism, mystery and oddities of the Irish language, and the layers of ancient knowledge encoded within.' The Irish Times 'The book I never knew I needed' Caitrìona Balfe 'If you're in to Irish Mythology, Manchán has got some incredibly interesting theories about Irish mythology based on his understanding of the Irish language, and he's got some theories about the roots of the Irish language that are going to blow your head off.' Blindboy Boatclub 'One only needs to wade a few pages into this rich and absorbing work to see that perhaps we could do with a lot more characters like him dotted about this world.' Hilary A. White, Irish Independent 'An accessible yet erudite stroll back through the Irish landscape' Paddy Kehoe, RTÉ 'Manchán's book, for which you don't need a word of Irish, is a fascinating insight into our changing culture' John Masterson, Irish Independent 'The amount of fascinating detail in there is enormous' Dave Fanning 'This book is perfect for anyone who is looking to brush up on their Irish history, or delve a little deeper into their cultural heritage.' Áine O'Boyle, RTÉ
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11. Crooks 2: More Stories Behind the Headlines
by Paul Williams
€10.99 €16.99
In this sequel to the explosive bestseller Crooks , Paul Williams digs deeper into his reporter’s notebook to reveal the inside stories behind his biggest scoops, some of which made international headlines. Beginning with the unmasking of one of the world’s most infamous drug-traffickers, Crooks 2 covers some of Williams’ most notorious reporting spanning political corruption, the secrets of the Catholic Church, gang wars and the Anglo-Tapes. For forty years Williams has shone a light where others dare not look. Here he brings us inside the world of undercover operations, stings and stakeouts in the way that only he can.
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12. Cloud Nine: My Life In Rugby
by Conor Murray
€14.99 €21.99
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. As a Munster player, Murray has two United Rugby Championship titles to his name and his performances since his debut in 2010 saw Murray also selected in the World Rugby Men’s 15 Team of the Decade, 2010–2019. First capped for his country all the way back in 2011 with his debut showing against France, the Munster scrum-half has also been at the heart of Ireland’s astonishing success in the years since. With 5 Six Nations titles including 2 Grand Slams and well over 100 caps for Ireland — as well as being a 3-time tourist with the British & Irish Lions amassing 8 test caps along the way — Murray has seen it all, played them all, fought back from injury, enjoying huge victories and suffering devastating losses. And now, having announced he is retiring from international rugby, he is telling his own unique story in his own unique way. A hugely respected and revered figure across the world of rugby, and Irish sport in particular, Murray is leaving no stone unturned as he describes the ups and downs, the mental and physical challenges and the fun he had during a rugby career that will forever be regarded as competitive and captivating.
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16. Ó Sé: A Kerry Family. A Football Dynasty.
by Marc Ó Sé
€20.99
In a county where success is weighed in medals, the Ó Sé brothers all hung up their boots with heavy hearts but even heavier pockets: a combined total of 16 All-Irelands, 28 Munsters and 12 All-Stars making their way back to An Ghaeltacht – a haul which is unlikely to be surpassed by a set of siblings any time soon. Marc Ó Sé is the youngest member of the most famous footballing family in Ireland – the Ó Sé family. As such, his football path was clear and his mission was understood. Not only did Marc have his brothers to emulate; in Kerry the voices from the past can often speak loudest. How loud is that volume when your own uncle is the inimitable Páidì Ó Sé? More than just a revealing account of Marc’s own glittering career, Ó Sé is laden with the tales and anecdotes, and the successes and failures that have marked the storied history of this footballing dynasty.
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19. For And Against A United Ireland
by Fintan O'Toole
€16.99
The prospect of Irish unification is now stronger than at any point since partition in 1921. Voters on both sides of the Irish border may soon have to confront for themselves what the answer to a referendum question would mean - for themselves, for their neighbours, and for their society. Journalists Fintan O’Toole and Sam McBride examine the strongest arguments for and against unity. What do the words ‘united Ireland’ even mean? Would it be better for Northern Ireland? Would it improve lives in the Republic of Ireland? And could it be brought about without bloodshed? O’Toole and McBride each argue the case for and against unity, questioning received wisdom and bringing fresh thinking to one of Ireland’s most intractable questions.
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29. The Atomic Habits Workbook
by James Clear
€18.99
“Simple Exercises for Building the Life You Want” The official companion to the #1 worldwide bestseller is the next step in your habits toolkit. Guided journal prompts will help you engage with your habits and the forces that impact them. Thought-provoking exercises allow you to implement the Atomic Habits theories and see your life transform. What’s included: guided templates for easy habit tracking and habit stacking; journaling prompts to help you assess your physical and social environments, identify the forces at play, and strategise for greatest habit success; strategies for overcoming the habit plateau and sticking with your habits, even when the going gets rough; plans for adapting your habits to fit your ever-changing life; new ideas from Clear on the role of fun in habit formation; packed with tips, tricks and activities, _The Atomic Habits Workbook_ is your step-by-step guide to making small changes that will transform your habits and deliver remarkable results.
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35. The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and The Horse
by Charlie Mackesy
€19.99
Discover the universal tale of friendship, kindness and hope that has become a modern classic. Enter the world of The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse – a book of gentle wisdom for all ages. Charlie Mackesy’s beautifully illustrated story follows four unlikely friends as they share their greatest fears and discoveries about life. Every page offers a reflection on courage, vulnerability and the healing power of love. A reminder that even in our darkest moments, compassion and connection can guide us home. Winner of Waterstones Book of the Year and British Book Awards Non-Fiction Book of the Year.
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54. There are rivers in the sky
by Elif Shafak
€10.99
The new novel from the Booker-shortlisted, internationally bestselling author of The Island of Missing Trees and 10 Minutes 38 Seconds in This Strange World ***** There Are Rivers in the Sky is a rich, sweeping novel set between the 19th century and modern times, about love and loss, memory and erasure, hurt and healing, centred around three enchanting characters living on the banks of the River Thames and the River Tigris - their lives all curiously touched by the epic of Gilgamesh. ***** FINALIST FOR THE ORWELL PRIZE FOR POLITICAL FICTION WINNER OF THE GORDON BOWKER PRIZE 2025 WINNER OF THE INAUGURAL GOOD HOUSEKEEPING GOOD BOOKS SPRING COLLECTION 'Elif Shafak is a unique and powerful voice in world literature' Ian McEwan 'Shafak makes a new home for us in words' Colum McCann 'One of the best writers in the world today' Hanif Kureishi
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59. Beneath Irish Seas: The Hidden Wonders Of Ireland's Amazing Marine Life
by Nigel Motyer
€24.99
Beneath the crashing waves and jagged cliffs of Ireland’s coastline lies a world few have ever seen, teeming with kaleidoscopic colour and untold beauty. Through the lens of internationally acclaimed underwater photographer Nigel Motyer – whose work has graced the pages of National Geographic – this stunning visual journey reveals the vibrancy of Irish waters, alive with astonishing biodiversity and compelling natural drama. Motyer, diving and photographing Irish waters since the 1980s, shares an unmatched portfolio built over decades. Beneath Irish Seas explores Ireland’s coastal waters and the habitats that make them unique, unveiling the extraordinary marine life that thrives around our shores. From swirling shoals off the Skelligs to rare encounters with basking sharks in the Atlantic depths, this is the first book to comprehensively document Ireland’s underwater wildlife through powerful, vibrant imagery. Eye-opening and accessible, Beneath Irish Seas challenges the idea that marine wonder belongs only to tropical reefs. The magic is here – just off Ireland’s shores, waiting to be discovered.
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62. Groomed: Coercion, Control and a Cold-blooded Murder
by Nicola Tallant
€10.99 €16.99
The horrifying story of Jonathan Cresswell and the rape and murder of 21 year old showjumper Katie Simpson, who was initially thought to have taken her own life until Cresswell's crime was uncovered Jonathan Cresswell was a dangerous and violent man, particularly to women. He manipulated his many girlfriends using coercive control and physically assaulted them if they didn't do as he wished.
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66. Cozy Cuties Colouring Book
by Coco Wyo
€7.99
A breath of fresh air! Relax and unwind with this adorable colouring book. Snuggle up with a world of cozy cuties in these relaxing colouring pages! The sun is shining and flowers have started to bloom, so gather your colouring pens and get cozy with Coco Wyo! This beautiful book is brimming with charming drawings for you to colour in - budding gardens, baby animals, and sunny skies! These cozy cuties are the perfect companion for a relaxing day of colouring with simple, cute pages you can complete in one sitting! Cozy Cuties has sweet and irresistible images for colouring fans of all ages! 45 hand-drawn pages ready for your creativity Large, bold designs that are easy to colour Convenient 8 x 8-inch size, perfect for relaxing anywhere Crisp, high-resolution illustrations that bring each page to life
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73. The Hike Life: 50 more to Explore
by Roz Purcell
€16.99
In her eagerly awaited follow-up, The Hike Life: 50 More to Explore , Rozanna Purcell introduces readers to 50 stunning new trails across Ireland, from well-known routes to hidden gems. This beautifully curated guide highlights breathtaking hikes such as Strickeen in the Gap of Dunloe, the Urris Lakes Loop in Donegal, and Roz's personal favorite, the dog-friendly trail at 'The Devil’s Glen' just outside Dublin. It’s the perfect companion for those looking to experience Ireland’s natural beauty at their own pace.. Building on the success of her first book, The Hike Life 2 , Roz continues to provide essential tips, including detailed trail information, route descriptions, best photo spots, and recommendations for post-hike meals or nearby wild swimming spots. Each hike is designed to be a full day of adventure, whether you’re exploring solo, with friends, or your furry companions. In 50 More to Explore , Roz also dives deeper into practical advice, offering helpful information on ticks, local wildlife, and even the best places to pop the question! Whether you're a seasoned hiker or just starting out, this book offers everything you need for an unforgettable journey into the Irish wilderness.
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76. Bored Of Lunch: Healthy Fakeaways
by Nathan Anthony
€20.99
100 brand new recipes for your air fryer and your slow cooker. Save money and calories with healthy, home-cooked versions of your favourite takeaways. Number one bestselling author Nathan Anthony is back with 100 easy recipes to hack your weeknight cooking. Whether you’re craving a classic curry or a comforting pizza, you’ll find healthy, quick versions of family favourites to satisfy that fast-food craving and stop you ordering in. With every recipe designed for your slow cooker or air fryer, and complete with calorie counts and full macro breakdowns, these simple, flavourful recipes mean you can indulge while staying on track of your health and budget. Mouth-watering recipes include Katsu Chicken Curry, Sweet & Sour Noodles, Smash Burgers, and Garlic Mozzarella Doughballs.
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78. Let Me Go Mad in My Own Way
by Elaine Feeney
€15.99
**THE INSTANT IRISH TIMES BESTSELLER** SHORTLISTED FOR THE IRISH BOOK AWARDS NOVEL OF THE YEAR** **ONE OF THE MOST ANTICIPATED NOVELS OF 2025 AS SELECTED BY THE OBSERVER, THE IRISH TIMES, JOURNAL.IE, RTE GUIDE AND SUNDAY TIMES IRELAND** The deeply moving story of the O'Connor family, its troubled past in the West of Ireland, and a love story of second chances from the Booker-longlisted author of How to Build a Boat 'A superb, multi-generational story told in stunning, poetic prose. Elaine Feeney is one of Irish literature's most gifted and persuasive storytellers.' SINÉAD GLEESON 'I believe [this] is the best book of 2025' Oliver Callan, RTE RADIO 'Hugely powerful' DAILY MAIL 'Superb' IRISH TIMES 'An uncanny understanding of the workings of the human heart. I loved this book' LOUISE KENNEDY 'Full of humanity, a story for our times' MARY COSTELLO Claire O'Connor's life has been on hold since she broke up with Tom Morton and moved from London back home to the rugged West of Ireland to care for her dying father. But glimpses of her old life are sure to follow when Tom unexpectedly moves nearby. As Claire is thrown into a love she thought she'd left behind, she questions if Tom has come for her or for himself. Living in her childhood home brings its own challenges. While Claire tries to maintain a normal life - getting lost online, going to work and minding her own business - Tom's return stirs up haunting memories trapped within the walls of the old family house. Let Me Go Mad in My Own Way is a story of love and resilience, rich with history and drama, and the legacies of violence and redemption. As the secrets of the past are revealed, Claire must confront whether she can escape her history to make a future for herself. 'Sizzling, electric... charged with humour and anger... I loved it' JENNY MUSTARD 'The pull of home feels as irresistible as it is destabilising, forcing a confrontation with unspeakable truths' OBSERVER 'Clear-eyed and deep-hearted... packs an intellectual and emotional punch' CLAIRE-LOUISE BENNETT 'This book touched my soul' KATRIONA O'SULLIVAN 'Feeney will break your heart with her characters but she will also lovingly put it back together again' EDEL COFFEY
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80. A court of thorns and roses
by Sarah J. Maas
€10.99
The first instalment of the GLOBAL PHENOMENON and TikTok sensation, from multi-million selling and #1 Sunday Times bestselling author Sarah J. Maas Maas has established herself as a fantasy fiction titan - Time Harry Potter magic, Taylor Swift sass, Fifty Shades-level athleticism - The Sunday Times With bits of Buffy, Game of Thrones and Outlander, this is a glorious series of total joy - Stylist Spiced with slick plotting and atmospheric world-building ... a page-turning delight - Guardian Feyre is a huntress, but when she kills what she thinks is a wolf in the woods, a terrifying creature arrives to demand retribution. Dragged to a treacherous magical land she knows about only from legends, Feyre discovers that her captor, Tamlin, is not truly a beast, but one of the lethal, immortal Fae. And there's more to the Fae than the legends suggest. As Feyre adapts to her new home, her feelings for Tamlin begin to change. Icy hostility turns to fiery passion that burns through every lie she's been told about the beautiful, dangerous world of the Fae. But shadows are creeping in, and Tamlin has a dark secret that he cannot share. Fate brought Feyre to Tamlin for a reason, but saving him from the darkness that threatens his world will lead her down a path that she can never return from. Enter the world of Sarah J. Maas and discover the sweeping romantic fantasy that everyone's talking about for yourself. 5* reader reviews 'This is the first fantasy book I've ever read . . . I'm hooked. I'm addicted' 'I'm a standard romance girl but this swept me off my feet' 'Her writing is exquisite; her characters complex . . . and worlds all-consuming' 'This book has ignited my spark for reading again'
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82. Nexus: A Brief History of Information Networks from the Stone Age to AI
by Yuval N. Harari
€14.99
For the last 100,000 years, we Sapiens have accumulated enormous power. But despite all our discoveries, inventions and conquests, we now find ourselves in an existential crisis. The world is on the verge of ecological collapse. International and political tensions are rising. And we are rushing headlong into the age of AI – an alien information network that threatens to annihilate us. For all that we have accomplished, why are we so self-destructive? Nexus looks through the long lens of human history to consider how the flow of information has brought us here. Taking us from the Stone Age through the canonisation of the Bible, the invention of print, the rise of mass media and the recent resurgence of populism, Yuval Noah Harari asks us to consider the complex relationship between information and truth, bureaucracy and mythology, wisdom and power. He explores how systems like the Roman Empire, the Catholic Church and the Soviet Union have wielded information to achieve their goals, for good and ill. And he addresses the urgent choices we face as non-human intelligence threatens our very existence. Information is not the raw material of truth, nor is it a mere weapon. Nexus explores the hopeful middle ground between these extremes and, in doing so, rediscovers our shared humanity.
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88. Frog routes, polka dot newts and other treasures of Irish nature
by Anja Murray
€20.99
Beneath our feet, in our hedgerows, trees and under our seas lies a complex community of beings that goes unseen and unheard by us humans. Soil is the stuff of life itself, bustling with microbes, fungi, beetles and earthworms that soften seeds, nurture saplings and provide all the potential for spring's bounty. Ferns, primroses, wild violet and canopy leaves of overhead trees are the framework for the hidden power behind a butterfly wing or the singing of a wren. Here, Anja Murray fills us with wonder for the wonderful world of Ireland's wild plants and animals through the seasons. From fungi to the origins of feral pigeons, primroses to sea turtles, each piece contains elements of science, history and folklore. Witness the extraordinary mating rituals of frogs and hares. Discover the incredible secret language of mice in their epic daily battle to survive and avoid capture with the swoop of the sparrowhawk.
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94. The Rose Field: The Book Of Dust Volume Three
by Philip Pullman
€10.99 €16.99
‘Lyra, what will you do when you find this place in the desert, the opening to the world of the roses?’ ‘Defend it,’ Lyra said. ‘Die defending it.’ When readers left Lyra in The Secret Commonwealth , she was alone in the ruins of a deserted city. Pantalaimon had run from her — part of herself — in search of her imagination, which he believed she had lost. Lyra travelled across the world from her Oxford home in search of her dæmon. And Malcolm, loyal Malcolm, journeyed far from home too, towards the Silk Roads in search of Lyra... In The Rose Field , their quests converge in the most dangerous, breathtaking, and world-changing ways. They must seek help from spies and thieves, gryphons and witches, old friends and new, learning all the while the deep and surprising truths of the alethiometer. All around them, the world is aflame — made terrifying by fear, power, and greed. As they move East, towards the red building that will reunite them and give them answers — on Dust, on the special roses, on imagination — so too does the Magisterium, at war against all that Lyra holds dear. Marking thirty years since the world was first introduced to Pullman’s remarkable heroine Lyra Belacqua in Northern Lights , The Rose Field is the culmination of the cultural phenomenon of The Book of Dust and His Dark Materials .
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99. Good Together: Delicious Recipes For The Moments That Matter
by Una Leonard
€16.99 €19.99
Una Leonard dedicates her days to creating delicious treats - at 2210 Patisserie and at home with family and friends. In Good Together , she has brought together more of her favourite sweet and savoury recipes so that you can create delicious food to share during life’s special moments, big and small. Enhance a Cinnamon Roll or a Sausage Roll on a lazy Sunday morning; impress at lunchtime with a Grilled Halloumi & Beetroot Salad or freshly baked Focaccia; celebrate an important day (or make an ordinary day even better) with Cookies & Cream Cupcakes, Bakewell Buns or a Banoffee Pie Loaf Cake. This selection of over 90 recipes also includes Una’s favourite seasonal delights, such as Baileys Tiramisu, Pavlova Cake and Barm Brack, and her top tips for filling, stacking and decorating showstopper cakes. Good Together is full of mouth-watering treats you’ll want to share every day, no matter the occasion.
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