As a dandelion turns from seed to flower to fluffy puffball, she wonders what life is all about. A tender tale of growth and change. That’s It, Said the Dandelion by Nicola Reddy, illustrated by ...

Polishing our manuscript is what we concentrate on when submitting to an agent, but our cover letter is also important. It is an agent’s first introduction to you and your writing. Your cover letter ...

Dara Kavanagh, author of the three historical novels, Prague 1938, Jabberwock and Scorched Earth, on creating the parallel world of fiction. Like many art forms, the novel has a venerable tradition… ...

The Society of Authors have shone the spotlight on the often “invisible” creativity of translators, announcing the winners of its 2025 Translation Prizes. Nine literary translators and one editor ...

I wrote when I could at home, on a plane or anywhere I had time’. I sat with my notebook in my local cathedral. It was ...

It’s been a bumpy road,’ says Sheryl Browne, author of The Wife Before, ‘but I continue to be inspired by those people who support me.’ I’m Sheryl Browne. I write twisty ...

Is there a right or a wrong way to become a writer? There are easier and harder ways, for sure! Ways that get you there ...

Your Every Move by Sam Blake Sam Blake, is at the top of her game in this book – authentic, assured and measured in equal ...

The Safekeep by Yael van der Wouden The Safekeep was my first read of 2026, a much anticipated read from the Booker 2024 ...

Welcome back to the Irish bestselling books. As January draws to a close, it’s fab to see some brand new books hitting the ...

Trespasses by Louise Kennedy I am in awe of this book. I listened to it first on Audible, a wonderful interpretation, then ...

From the City Rush to Coastal Gothic Laura Clarke Walker, author of Coldharbour: How my previous career helped me make the ...