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9 mother-daughter relationships in books
Niamh Mulvey, author of The Amendments, shares her favourite books.
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12 excellent Irish language children's books
We've highlighted the best Irish language books for children and teens from Treoirleabhar Léitheoireachta 2025.
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10 best illustrated children's adventures
Jamie Hammond, author of Grumpfort, recommends 10 fantastic illustrated adventures for readers aged 7 to 11.
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6 favourite Wuthering Heights adaptations
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40 of the best new books in 2025
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