The latest book from author-illustrator team Kes Gray and Jim Field has arrived. Previous books in the Oi! series include 'Oi Frog!', 'Oi Dog!' and 'Oi Cat!' and this latest installment continues the rhyming fun,
with its bright illustrations and colourful characters.

This latest work was written after the death of Sedaris' sister and the collection is informed by both this tragic event and Sedaris coming to terms with his own ageing body. His stories - of a Trump-voting father, wild pet fox, and Fitbit obsession - are as laugh out loud as always, tinged by middle-aged introspection.

A beautiful story that masterfully intertwines fiction, history and traditional Slavic fairy tales. The story follows Vasilisa Petrovna, the daughter of a Russian lord in medieval Siberia. Vasilisa or 'Vasya' as she is known, navigates with trepidation a world were men rule with absolute authority, and even more so the daughters of lords. Vasya comes from a mysterious line of women who are gifted with the ability to see the Chyerti, the spirits that live side-by- side with people in the houses, stables and the ancient forests of Russia. As Vasya grows she rebels more and more against the

Have you been watching the Marie Kondo programme on Netflix?

Well before there was the TV series, there was the Marie Kondo books of which I read one a few years ago. The first book is called "The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up" which sounds quite dramatic and a little over the top - it's just tidying after all! However, after reading this book I can honestly say that the way Ms. Kondo inspires tidying is quite literally life-changing for sure. With the help of Marie Kondo and using her "KonMari" method, my clothes folding is not quite the art form that she makes it out to be, but it

A short book from the Life and Times series. Surprisingly, for such a prominent figure in Irish history, this appears to be the first English language biography of Brugha so it's long overdue.

A very good summary of his role from before 1916 to his death during the Civil War, it successfully argues that Brugha was not simply the violent hardline republican character we've been presented with down through the years. Certainly, he was brave, fearless, courageous in battle, and one might say almost reckless - and he carried some serious injuries from 1916 until his death. But he also had an

Emilie Pine is an Irish author and professor at UCD. Her collection of short stories are heartbreakingly poignant at times as it covers topics of miscarriage, alcoholism, the relationship to her own body and sexual violence which are all extremely heavy topics. Although readers may find these topics too big or too upsetting to tackle in a collection of short stories, Emilie's language is uplifting and comes from a place of true acceptance and understanding. I learned so much in just the few hundred pages of her book than that of any college course. Her words are utterly-brilliant and

Deadendia is a graphic novel found in our Young Adult section. Finding your feet at a new job is hard enough without a portal to hell opening right under them, but that's exactly what faces our hero Barney as he navigates Dead End Theme Park. He'll contend with demons, mysterious glimpses of the future and drama closer to home, supported by his best friend Norma, a talking pug and maybe that cute guy from the water ride. With LGBTQIA+ themes, Deadendia is a colourful and exciting read.

Head Kid is the perfect story for 8-12 year olds, and as our February book it was very popular with our Junior Book Club in Stillorgan Library. It's an exciting tale about the naughtiest boy in school, Ryan Ward, swapping bodies with the Head Teacher, Mr. Carter. The hilarious illustrations and funny scenarios which are described in detail will encourage reluctant readers to see out this adventure. As the new Head Teacher, Ryan re-writes the school rules and pandemonium ensues. In contrast, the strict Mr. Carter gains an important understanding of what it's like to be a student at Bracket Wood

The self loathing anti-hero Bernie Gunther -(WW1 & WW2 veteran, ex cop, ex private eye, ex Gestapo detective..) is now in his 50s working at a degrading menial job in post war West Germany under an assumed name when a chance encounter with old comrades gets him a well paid job with a shady insurance company. After a vessel sinks under mysterious circumstances in Greece, Gunther is excited to dust off his detective skills once more but again he is drawn back into the dark depths of the crimes of the Third Reich. Armed only with his Walther pistol, cynical sense of humor and innate survival

This is a wonderful picture book for 3-6 year olds. Follow Bear and his friend Mouse on their adventure to their local library. Bear is reluctant to visit the library, feeling overwhelmed by all the books and the new environment. With Mouse's encouragement, Bear realises what a special place the library can be. Bear discovers story time at the library, and he's even invited to join in. He feels welcomed by the Librarian, and in the end he borrows seven new books to read at home. Kady MacDonald Denton's illustrations are beautiful and add to this fun adventure story.