The O'Brien Press

Thanks to @tallaghtecho for my first interview of the new year. I really appreciate the support. @OBrienPress @IrishBookAward #greatirishwives

A beautiful retelling of a beloved Irish legend. Thank you @artscouncil_ie for their help in making this publication possible.

‘Blowing the Whistle’ is the first book in a new series from bestselling children’s author Gerard Siggins.
Known for his hugely popular ‘Rugby Spirit’ series, over 100,000 of Gerard’s children’s books have been sold.   Available in all bookshops!

Full details can be found on our website: obrien.ie/bookseller-of-… The closing date for nominations is Tuesday, 27th January 2026.

Do you work with a bookseller who goes above and beyond? Our nominations for the O’Brien Bookseller of the Year Award 2026 are now OPEN and we’d love to hear from you! It’s easy to nominate and the winner will join some of the best people in the industry on the list of winners.

2025 was a great year in books and we are excited to champion even more authors and titles this coming year. We hope to see you along the way, happy reading!

May 2026 lead you to all your dreams, happy new year from The O’Brien Press!

‘Tis the perfect time to cosy up with a good book and some warm biscuits and with ‘Any Way You Slice It,’ you can have both! Available in all bookshops!

From young to old, in every book there is a lesson to behold. Share the wisdom and gift a book this holiday season!

So many amazing children's books were published this year, but I'm staying local and loyal to a fabulous NI book!

Still signing! Thanks to anyone who bought a copy. Wishing you a peaceful Christmas. @OBrienPress @WaterstonesDrog

You can’t go wrong with an Irish hunk!   A Hunk: a strong, attractive man
An Irish Hunk: something even better   Available in all bookshops!

irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/arts… Christmas murder-mystery for young readers has suspense, snow, festive glow, and a wholesome advocacy of cheese on toast. @NosyCrowBooks @Gill_Books @KieranJFanning @AlexFCotter @OBrienPress @FleurHitchcock

irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/arts… New twist on Irish mythology is a story of grief and learning to let go of ghosts of the past. @PuffinBooks @Gill_Books @OBrienPress @LittleIslandBks

We know just how to impress the rugby lover in your life! Gift the chance to experience the thrill of the pitch-side view through the lens of superfan Ivan O’Riordan. Available in all bookshops!

“it’s all about resilience and weathering life’s storms. We certainly need that this time of the year.” What a fabulous chat with Alice Taylor on @rte’s Today Show. rte.ie/player/series/…

‘Magic isn’t only found in old ancient forests or dusty old castles … it’s everywhere, all the time …’ Coming Spring 2026: ‘Small Magics’ by Alex Dunne! Cover by Alice Maria Power Thank you @artscouncil_ie for their help in making this publication possible.

Flossie is coming to town!   The perfect cosy read, available in all bookshops.

Beautiful photography books to dive into this Christmas! From bustling Cork to the mystery of Ireland’s peatlands, see Ireland in a new light.   Available in all bookshops.

‘That’s It, Said the Dandelion’ – Coming Spring 2026! A tender tale of growth and change, this heartwarming new picture book will charm readers of all ages. Thank you @artscouncil_ie for their help in making this publication possible. shop.thebookcentre.ie/Books/PRE-ORDE…