Literary Corner 2009

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Rainbow Books for Children

Macater Press (Madison) publishes Irish Dance Series, includes the Flanagan book and Close to the Floor Irish Dance from the Boreen to Broadway by Mick Moloney

Brenna Briggs (Sligo)
The Secret of the Mountain of the Moon
(Continuing the series of a young Irish dancer (Liffey Rivers) who solves mysteries.)

Robert Connolly (Dublin)
The Legends: Beginnings
The author unites truth and myth to give us a story of CuCullainn's son, Ferdia who is now alive and living in 21st century Ireland. Connolly was once the head soccer coach at Notre Dame. (Will design a t-shirt with image of book cover. To be worn by the huge group of family & friends who will gather here...from the USA and Ireland).

Mike Houlihan (Chicago)
Hooliganism
Actor, columnist, playwright, producer and filmmaker. Here is an anthology of the best bits and stories by one of Irish America's funniest raconteurs. Irish jokes, anecdotes and preposterous tales.

Mary Pat Kelly (Chicago)
Galway Bay
The story of the authors grandmother and family. Frank McCourt says "After reading this book, one wonders if Mary Pat Kelly knows everything about 19th century Ireland, the Great Famine and the emigrant experience in America. You'll need time for laughter and tears and pure magic."

Patti Lacy (Illinois)
An Irishwoman's Tale
Born in County Clare, the central character was abruptly handed off to someone else to raise. Adopted by Americans, her story is one of trying to fulfil her roles but solving her loneliness and her harrowing journey that unveils her tragic past.

Treasa O'Driscol (Canada)
Poet
92MarySt. Barrie ON L4Miti CA 705 722-5408

Cindy Thomson (Ohio, USA)
Celtic Wisdom Treasures from Ireland. Wrote Bridget of Ireland
Collection of celtic wisdom in the form of stories; reveals the Creator in the natural world and highlights the importance of the Celtic spiritual heritage. An enriching journey through Celtic learning and prayer. Cindy is charming and not overpowering with her words.

Come, browse & shop! You'll find books here that will whet your appetite and enhance your home and office libraries.

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