This month, we’re leaning into fairytales and folklore—the stories we grow up with, the ones we whisper around campfires, the ones that sneak into bedtime stories and stay with us long after the lights are off. When you zoom out, Irish folklore is just one vivid branch on that big story tree. The same ideas … Continue reading Myth & Mist: A Cozy Guide to Irish Folklore–Inspired Reads
Ned Halloran has experienced extreme loss in his short life. His sister moved from their home in Ireland to America and chose to marry and stay there. On the way to her wedding with his parents, their ship sank killing both older Hallorans and a friend he made on board. That tragedy led Ned to … Continue reading 1916: A novel of Irish rebellion
While Fall is officially my favorite season, the first few weeks of March are a close second! This time of year, everyone in American "becomes Irish" and celebrate a common holiday. I know we get like this for other big days like Cinco de Mayo and the Superb Owl, but Saint Patrick's Day has long … Continue reading Irish Eyes
Holly is still picking up the pieces after her husband’s death. High school sweethearts, they were together over a year when Gerry was diagnosed with terminal cancer. Now, Holly is stuck feeling like she can’t move forward while her friends and family all move on. She has taken to staying in and avoiding her friends … Continue reading P.S. I Love You
We are entering one of my favorite seasons - Saint Patrick's Day! Ireland is my number 1 bucket list location. The music, the people, the food...it makes me so happy just thinking about it! We will be spending quite a bit of time talking about Ireland, Irish Literature, and all things Irish. Here's the books … Continue reading This Week: March 10th
Ella Brady and her friends have a routine of meeting at Quentins when there’s something to celebrate. The restaurant is a fancier establishment, but the girls enjoy the Early Bird dinner and some quality time together. It’s where they fall in love, and where Ella Brady’s life completely falls apart. The restaurant and it’s owners … Continue reading Quentins
When I think of Saint Patrick's Day, Ireland and snakes come to mind - what about you? Maybe it's Guinness and leprechauns for you! Saint Patrick's Day has become commercialized and there's always a push for green beer and green rivers and green...well...anything. But what is the true story behind the hype? Did Saint Patrick … Continue reading Saint Patrick’s Day Reads
