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We asked Wexford Author Eve McDonnell to call into studio to tell us about her recommendations for this Christmas

A children’s author from Gorey is one of the driving forces behind a campaign which seeks to help young Irish readers discover more Irish books. Eve McDonnell and a group of her fellow authors set up the Discover Irish Children’s Books campaign earlier this year after one of their members noted how few Irish writers were featuring in the best sellers list.

Joseph O’Connor, Sara Baume and others select their favourite read of all time, and a recent book thats also impressed them

The Academy of British Cover Design reveals its winners of the year, as well as the best design from the last decade, chosen to celebrate the “irreverent” and “inclusive” awards’ 10th anniversary.

Camille O’Sullivan as Piaf sings with raw, raspy mettle in the musical biodrama of the legendary French singer’s life in the Gate Theatre, but those who are unfamiliar with the story should consider investing in a programme for context

There are brilliant childrens books to buy as Christmas presents for children of all ages and Sanchita from the Childrens Bookshop in Muswell Hill…

From a four-legged celebration of the seasons to a fiery tale of women who turn into dragons, our critics look back over the year and pick their favourite titles for children and young adults

Blockbuster authors Cressida Cowell and Robin Stevens introduce new series, while SF Said returns with a tremendous counterfactual thriller