Irish Myths & Legends

A collection of rhyming stories about the history heroes every Irish child should know. Told with humour and warmth, this new twist on heroes from Irish history will delight a new generation of young readers.

Like the previous book in the series this one is full of fantastical illustrations by Mark Joyce made in his own unique and quirky style.

When you step inside a fairy tale you enter a world of magic, of courage, of possibility and hope. It is the most special place to begin an adventure, so come along and step inside... 

This breathtaking book explores Ireland’s animals by habitat, the myths and legends associated with them, favourite folklore superstitions and famous real-life Irish dogs, horses and dolphins, amongst others! 

AN POST BOOK AWARDS. WINNER OF THE CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE YEAR (SENIOR) 2025

Join master storyteller Kieran Fanning on a visit to every county in Ireland, told through 32 magical stories. . .

Can Flossie help her friends find somewhere safe and dry before a special visitor comes their way?

Written when W.B. Yeats was just twenty-one, The Stolen Child remains one of his most popular poems. At this time, the young poet was inspired by the landscape of County Sligo and the legends and superstitions he heard from the locals there.

The story of Niamh and Oisín in Tír na nÓg, the land of eternal youth, is one of Ireland’s best-loved legends.

The (almost) true story of Ireland’s first ever dinosaur...

Now everyone in the family has a Friendship Fairies story to enjoy!

Stories inspired by the Boyne Valley from long, long ago. Legends include: 'The Origin of the Boyne', 'The Foster-child of Aonghus' and 'The Salmon of Knowledge'.

The long-awaited new children’s book from Ireland’s beloved storyteller, bestselling author of Under the Hawthorn Tree, Marita Conlon-McKenna. 

Saoirse is visiting her grandad in rural Mayo when he tells her the story of a legendary pirate queen’s lost treasure, supposedly hidden in nearby Clew Bay. . .

Eoin Colfer, author of Artemis Fowl, and Steve McCarthy, author and illustrator of the award-winning The Wilderness, join forces to turn a familiar myth of Irish folklore into a truly powerful, unforgettable and universal story of love, perseverance and friendship against all odds. 

Long ago in Ireland, there lived a boy called Fionn, who wanted to know everything. . .

Little Jess is about to have her very first flying lesson!

A stunningly illustrated collection of magical Irish folklore for readers age 8+, with a foreword by Laureate na nÓg Patricia Forde. "Breathes new life into centuries-old folklore, with atmospheric retellings and lush illustrations.

Evocatively illustrated by Conor Busuttil, this collection of myths from Ireland's northern province will enthrall readers young and old.

Get ready to meet everyone’s favourite creatures from Irish folklore, all using their powers in unexpected ways.