Most of us grew up reading Percy Jackson’s adventures and then watching (a little disappointingly) the movie adaptations as well. The world of Greek mythology has been transformed by the great mind of Mr Riordan who brought the Gods and monsters to children across the world in an exciting new genre. You can imagine how […]

We all know bees as flying insects that go buzzzzzzz. They live in large colonies in hives that hang from trees and buildings and they have nasty stingers on their backsides that they can sting you with. We are taught from a young age to not disturb bee hives and run if we hear a […]

As we celebrate Poetry Day Ireland today, the country is in lockdown, life as we have known it has changed beyond recognition, and the future is full of uncertainty and anxiety. So many of us are looking to delve into books to escape our bleak reality, finding solace in the words of novelists and poets. […]

The current pandemic requires us to stay at home not just for our own health, but also that of our society at large. We are at the mercy of delivery services, thankful that the supermarkets and takeaway eateries are taking our orders for basic necessities and delivering them speedily. So that takes care of our […]

With all of the turmoil currently making its way around the globe, it’s important that we still foster positivity and strength. Great gifts for that special woman in your life are often thoughtful and personal and a good book is always a wonderful choice as a present. From poetry, writing, and art these uplifting titles […]

Happy Word Book Day to all our readers! Currach books has always strived to publish books that are different from the norm. We have previously published beautiful books that showcase the hidden magic of Ireland and it’s nature and culture; informative books that reveal the history of this tiny island and it’s inhabitants; and engaging […]

As the month of St Patrick’s Day and of celebrations of Irish culture all over the world, March is the perfect time of year to learn more about our beautiful island, its culture, and the people that make it so special. We’ve curated a list of books that illustrate the positive impact the land of […]

From the Claddagh to the Arts Festival and Macnas, Galway is the crown jewel of Irish culture and has long been held as a bastion of the Irish language, Gaelic games and art, and traditional song and dance. It should come as no surprise then that this year the vibrant city has been designated European […]

We all know heading back to work after the long Christmas break is the worst! It is dark outside, the winds are chilly, and Christmas is nearly a year away! Moods plunge, motivations are lost, and the resolutions you made for the new year become difficult to achieve. January is meant to be the month […]

With Christmas just around the corner, Currach Books presents its curated list of books to make your search for a perfect gift easier! We strive to publish books of Irish interest that present the rich history of the island and its ever-changing socio-political landscape in a way that captures the interest of not just the […]

What you are  now we used to be. What we are now you will be. – Capuchin Cemetery, Rome Today is Halloween, or Oíche Shamhna, and what better way to observe it than read paranormal investigator Paul Fennell’s spine-chilling stories of otherworldly encounters of real people and families across Ireland! Let’s start with the author’s own […]

When reading turns into a passion for book collecting

Celebrate International Dog day with these furry friends

Celebrate World Photography Day with these images

A peak inside our beautifully illustrated book by Mark Joyce

Caoimhín De Barra explores the past, present and future of an Ghaeilge

Explore happiness in older age this Happiness Happens Month

Elizabeth Dillon provides a glimpse into life for Victorian women

Explore the incredible Irish landscape from the comfort of your own home

Learn about those who influenced the world we know today.

Learn something about Ireland that they didn’t teach you in school

Bond over books with topics on history, dogs, music and more!

Immerse yourself in an illustrated guide to the City of Tribes

Immerse yourself in the world of verse with these Irish poems

Let our authors take you on a summer adventure through photos and words

The unique light of the island through the eyes of Sean Cannon

Picture the past with Bill Hogan’s A Different Dublin

The best book for your buck with May sales

Gabriel Fitzmaurice claims he has written his last poem

Books to look forward to this spring and summer

The rebellions that have shaped Ireland’s history

Celtic music at the heart of a new Celtic identity in western Europe

A poem for grandmothers this Mother’s Day

New perspectives on position of our native language

For a small island we’ve made a big impact

What is necessary to restore our native tongue?

Our top 5 books to brighten up your day

The Wild Atlantic Way from a unique perspective

A poem filled with simple joys this Valentine’s Day

Records of an Ireland untainted by modernity

Inside the condition that affects over half a million Irish people

Using traditional photography to capture the spirit of the city

Rob Kearney shows his support for Epilepsy Ireland

Nevermind ‘New Year, New You’, try ‘New Year, True You’

The humanity of the Nativity scene captured in paint and poetry

12 books that make perfect presents this Christmas.

Stories of festive cheer this Christmas season

Book out of stock following Late Late Toy Show rush

Ryan Tubridy loves the ‘gorgeous illustrations’ in this Irish book

Get inspired by some of our most beautiful books for gifting.

Imelda May a ‘wonderful ambassador for the Liberties’

Discover monsters and magic from every corner of Ireland

Step back in time with a new book from historian Maurice Curtis

Ghost stories to give you chills this Halloween

Rugby coach praises author for donating royalties

Remembering our roots in a changing modern Ireland

Daily wellbeing ideas this World Mental Health Day

Pick up some of our favorite books to read on these darker evenings

John Scally offers beautiful thoughts for your everyday life

Which of these lovely dogs will be joining your family?

Find greater meaning in your life by becoming a hero!

A ”brilliant”, ”beautifully wrought collection of poetry and imagery”

Advice to make sure your retirement years shine.

Celtic culture and song from the eyes of Dónal Lunny.

Combining writing with walking improves physical and mental health

Ireland needs to promote its rich culture and history of storytelling

Nora Barnacle was the inspiration for Leopold Bloom’s wife, Molly in Ulysses.

Capacity crowd attends launch of a book of Achill poetry and paintings

Atmospheric photos capture aspects of Irish life increasingly lost to modernisation