
The Carrigdhoun: Recommendation for Remnants of Our Past by Deirdre O'Neill
Recommendation in The Carrigdhoun.
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Recommendation in The Carrigdhoun.

'A great graphic novel… it will be very much enjoyed by the 12+ age group.' — recommendation by Mayo county libraries.

'A heart-rending insight into the Irish emigrant experience.' — Martin Doyle's autumn book recommendations.

'Easy weeknight recipes make it easier to get back into a routine, so Neven Maguire's latest cookbook feels timely.'

A guest announces Marie Gleeson as the keynote speaker for Mná na Mara and mentions her book: 'A brilliant read.'

'Brilliant.' — Éadaoin Fitzmaurice's recommendation for adding Irish to your life.

Included as a recommendation in Southern Star.

'A charming, informative and inspirational book.' — RTÉ Guide's autumn gardening recommendations.

Mention of Ivan Yates' book launch for The Game of Life with Chris Donoghue.

Piece about David Gillick's new six-week Couch to Parkrun programme from VHI; The Race is mentioned.

Promotion for Manchán Magan's new spoken-word album to be released in October.

'One of my favourite books…I can't think of a better place to start than the first page of this book.'

'Picture book that looks set to charm young readers and parents alike…A heartwarming addition to an award-winning body of work that combines warmth, wit and richly detailed artwork that have made Donnelly's books such a hit.'

'Hoggie… is surely a must for one's Christmas list.' — mentioned in a piece about the Juniors Football Championship.

Included in Letterkenny Live's September recommendations.

Promotion for this year's Bookville Festival at which Sinéad O'Hart will be present (syndicated across numerous regional outlets).

Piece about David Gillick's mental health after retiring and his Parkrun programme; The Race is mentioned.

'Sweet and funny…The illustrations give each dog lots of character, particularly our flea-ridden hero.'

News piece about Ciara Mageean stepping down from the RTÉ athletics panel due to cancer treatment.

Announcement of harpist and storyteller Conni Dawson's event at Portumna Castle, inspired by Listen to the Land Speak (syndicated across numerous outlets).
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