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The Book Corner: eight fantastic summer reads

From beach reads to armchair escapes – this selection offers something for everyone.

BOOKS 10 June 2026

The Book Corner: eight fantastic summer reads

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Shane Smith in full Bloom

Shane Smith in full Bloom

NEWS 27 May 2026

The Wisdom of Farmers: ‘I got the sense that we were on sacred land’

The Wisdom of Farmers: ‘I got the sense that we were on sacred land’

BOOKS 13 May 2026

The Book Corner: Stedman is well worth the wait

The Book Corner: Stedman is well worth the wait

The Book Corner: Stedman is well worth the wait

FEATURES 1 April 2026

Sinister secrets abound in superb debut from author Jen Bray

Sinister secrets abound in superb debut from author Jen Bray

Sinister secrets abound in superb debut from author Jen Bray

BOOKS 4 March 2026

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Spice up your reading life

Spice up your reading life

Two 60-somethings strike up an unlikely liaison in this contemporary novella by André Aciman.

BOOKS 29 October 2025

The Book Corner: a joyous debut from Irish author Ferdia Lennon

The Book Corner: a joyous debut from Irish author Ferdia Lennon

We celebrate the latest winner of the prestigious Rooney Prize – Irish author Ferdia Lennon.

BOOKS 29 October 2025

The Book Corner: treat yourself to a good read

The Book Corner: treat yourself to a good read

From gripping debuts to magical memories, this year’s standout reads will keep you entertained.

BOOKS 29 October 2025

What's cooking in the world of books?

What's cooking in the world of books?

Looking for a great book for the foodie in your life? Check out our round-up of 2025’s best food-focused literature.

L2 29 October 2025

Author Alice Taylor on facing life’s storms through the years

Author Alice Taylor on facing life’s storms through the years

In an extract from her new book – Weathering Storms, author Alice Taylor discusses strength.

BOOKS 29 October 2025

Modern classic in the making

Modern classic in the making

A book of contrasts – Conversation with the Sea is outstanding and one that will stay with you.

BOOKS 29 October 2025

Rewriting the recipe for a modern cookbook

Rewriting the recipe for a modern cookbook

Kristin Jensen has worked with a plethora of Irish chefs editing cookbooks for the last two decades. Now she’s making the publishing landscape more inclusive by giving a voice to new authors.

FEATURES 29 October 2025

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National Dairy Council bridging the urban-rural divide through school farm visit

Kildare dairy farmer welcomed students as part of a National Dairy Council initiative, which saw 1,500 pupils across Ireland visit working dairy farms during May.

National Dairy Council bridging the urban-rural divide through school farm visit

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