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"The holy grail of writing is to engage, entertain, and make people walk a mile in someone else's shoes."

It was great to chat with Sinead Moriarty, author of The In-Laws — shortlisted for the 2025 @whsmithofficial.bsky.social Popular Fiction Book of the Year, in association with Ireland AM.
November 20, 2025 at 11:41 AM
We’re honoured to announce that Former President Michael D. Higgins is the 2025 recipient of the Bob Hughes Lifetime Achievement Award.

A poet, writer and lifelong champion of Irish culture, his influence on our arts and creative life is immeasurable.

Photo credit: Irish Times

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November 20, 2025 at 11:13 AM
"We're a very hungry nation when it comes to books."

It was great to chat with @johnpamchugh, author of 'Fun and Games', which is shortlisted for the 2025 Easons Novel of the Year.

Find out the winners of the An Post Irish Book Awards on 27th November!
November 17, 2025 at 11:58 AM
Ireland’s writers inspire Ireland’s readers — and sometimes, each other ✨

We asked our shortlisted authors the impossible question… Who’s your favourite Irish author of all time? From literary legends to modern icons, their answers might just surprise you...
November 17, 2025 at 11:47 AM
Fancy winning €100 of National Book Tokens? Have your say on the best Irish books of 2025!

VOTE NOW: scxo9qtv33a.typeform.com/apiba25-vote
November 14, 2025 at 5:07 PM
"If you're the kind of kid who can't sit still in school... you still have a chance to be a hero."

We had the joy of chatting with @daveruddenwrites.bsky.social, author of Conn of the Dead, which is shortlisted for the 2025 @specsaversie.bsky.social Children’s Book of the Year - Senior.
November 14, 2025 at 5:02 PM
"It's a real honour. I'm very moved."

It was wonderful to speak to Sarah Maria Griffin, who is nominated for the LAI Author of the Year, about her most recent book, 'Eat The Ones You Love'.

But have YOU voted for your favourite author? VOTE NOW: scxo9qtv33a.typeform.com/apiba25-vote
November 14, 2025 at 4:47 PM
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The hardest category was picture books, truly we are in a golden age. Voting is quick and simple (if not always easy), link below⤵️
The shortlists are out! We are celebrating another brilliant year for Irish literature, with some incredible books, authors, illustrators, bookshops & publishers on our 2025 shortlists.

But have you had your say? Pick your favourite books in each category NOW! scxo9qtv33a.typeform.com/apiba25-vote
November 9, 2025 at 1:03 PM
It’s time to make your voice heard!

The 2025 An Post Irish Book Awards celebrate the very best of Irish writing — and now it’s YOUR turn to choose this year’s winners! 💚

From powerful debuts to unforgettable favourites, every vote counts.

VOTE NOW: scxo9qtv33a.typeform.com/apiba25-vote
November 11, 2025 at 10:48 AM
It was lovely to speak to Hazel Gaynor, author of Before Dorothy, which is shortlisted for the 2025 WHSmith Popular Fiction Book of the Year, in association with IrelandAM.

VOTE OPEN: scxo9qtv33a.typeform.com/apiba25-vote
November 10, 2025 at 3:23 PM
"We've always punched above our weight."

It was great to chat with Fintan O’Toole, co-author alongside Sam McBride of 'For and against a united Ireland'. It's shortlisted for the 2025 @thejournal.ie Best Irish-Published Book of the Year.

VOTE OPEN: scxo9qtv33a.typeform.com/apiba25-vote
November 10, 2025 at 3:16 PM
"I want people to have a sense of kitchen confidence."

It was lovely to speak to Donal Skehan, author of 'Donal's Real Time Recipes', which is shortlisted for the 2025 @bookstationeire.bsky.social Lifestyle Book of the Year.

VOTE OPEN: scxo9qtv33a.typeform.com/apiba25-vote
November 10, 2025 at 3:12 PM
"I never had a plan. I still don't really have a plan."

It was our pleasure to speak with @MiriamOCal, who has written her memoir, 'Miriam: Life, Work, Everything'. It's shortlisted for the 2025 @DubrayBooks Biography of the Year.

VOTE OPEN: scxo9qtv33a.typeform.com/apiba25-vote
November 10, 2025 at 3:05 PM
“Take your dreams out of the drawer & try & make them happen again.”

It was such a joy to chat with @Cecelia_Ahern, author of ‘Paper Heart’, which is shortlisted for the 2025 @WHSmith Popular Fiction Book of the Year, in association with @IrelandAMVMTV.

VOTE: scxo9qtv33a.typeform.com/apiba25-vote
November 10, 2025 at 3:00 PM
"It's more than drink. The pub is music, it's community, it's culture, it's the third place in our lives."

It was great to chat with Donal Fallon, the author of 'The Dublin Pub - A Social and Cultural History'. It's shortlisted for the @hodgesfiggis.bsky.social History Book of the Year.

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November 7, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Ireland is voting for its stories 💚

From Derry to Dingle, readers everywhere are casting their votes for the books that moved, thrilled, & inspired them this year.

Have you voted yet? Join readers across Ireland and help choose the 2025 winners.

VOTE: scxo9qtv33a.typeform.com/apiba25-vote
November 7, 2025 at 11:47 AM
The shortlists are out! We are celebrating another brilliant year for Irish literature, with some incredible books, authors, illustrators, bookshops & publishers on our 2025 shortlists.

But have you had your say? Pick your favourite books in each category NOW! scxo9qtv33a.typeform.com/apiba25-vote
November 6, 2025 at 3:35 PM
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Cast your VOTE in this year's #IrishBookAwards
@irishbookawards.bsky.social celebrating the best Irish writing in 2025 in 19 categories. See tinyurl.com/5e5wpx2e Closes 16 Nov, winners revealed 27 Nov. Pictured are a selection of the fiction & non-fiction shortlistees 💚📚🏆
#APIBA #StoriesMakeUs
November 5, 2025 at 7:42 PM
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You are invited to VOTE in the #IrishBookAwards @irishbookawards.bsky.social celebrating the very best of Irish writing in 2025 in 19 categories. See tinyurl.com/5e5wpx2e Closes 16 Nov, winners revealed 27 Nov. Pictured are the children's & YA shortlistees 💚📚🏆 #APIBA #StoriesMakeUs #ChildrensBooks
November 5, 2025 at 6:57 PM
What’s a spot in Ireland you think everyone should visit in their lifetime? We asked our 2025 shortlisted authors the all-important question.

You can have your own say on the real matter at hand... the best Irish books of 2025!

VOTE NOW: scxo9qtv33a.typeform.com/apiba25-vote
November 6, 2025 at 3:30 PM
📣 HAVE YOUR SAY!

Our public vote is OPEN for you to choose your favourite books of the year.

Across 19 categories, we’re celebrating the very best of Irish writing, and now it’s over to you to decide this year’s winners.

🗳️ Vote NOW: scxo9qtv33a.typeform.com/apiba25-vote
October 30, 2025 at 3:34 PM
🎬✨ Behind the scenes at our 2025 Shortlist Launch!
From laughter and interviews to stacks of incredible books, here’s a look at what made our GPO event so special.

Now it’s over to you — help decide this year’s winners!

🗳️ Vote here: scxo9qtv33a.typeform.com/apiba25-vote
October 29, 2025 at 5:14 PM
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Delighted that 'The Dublin Pub' has been nominated for History Book of the Year at @irishbookawards.bsky.social.

The book is dedicated to the memory of my friend Tommy Smith, who encouraged me to get cracking on it many years ago! If you like it,please give it a vote: www.irishbookawards.ie/vote/
October 26, 2025 at 12:58 PM
A brilliant night at the GPO for the 2025 An Post Irish Book Awards Shortlist launch! 💚📚

From powerful debuts to beloved favourites, we’re celebrating Irish writing at its best. Now it’s your turn to choose the winners!

Vote here ➡️ scxo9qtv33a.typeform.com/apiba25-vote

#APIBA #StoriesMakeUs
October 28, 2025 at 10:10 AM
The public vote is OPEN! ✨📚

Have your say in the 2025 An Post Irish Book Awards — celebrating the very best of Irish writing 💚

From powerful debuts to unforgettable bestsellers, YOU DECIDE who takes home the awards.

🗳️VOTE NOW: scxo9qtv33a.typeform.com/apiba25-vote
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October 24, 2025 at 3:36 PM