From unexpected twists and turns with fairies and banshees to heartwarming stories of a lamb that needs a haircut and pigs trying to stay safe in their houses, to the dilemma of an unexpected pregnancy in a teen relationship – the shortlisted publications for this year’s KPMG Children’s Books Ireland Awards invite readers to look at enduring themes in new ways. RTÉ broadcaster Rick O’Shea announced the ten shortlisted titles at a ceremony in the Crescent Arts Centre in Belfast.
The shortlisted books include three début titles, two Irish language titles, and two titles from former Laureate na nÓg. These will compete for six awards at the KPMG Children’s Books Ireland Awards ceremony, held on 19th May as part of the International Literature Festival Dublin.
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