Sarah Webb
@sarahwebbwriter.bsky.social
Award-winning Irish children's author, children’s book reviewer, book events programmer and Events Manager at Halfway up the Stairs Children’s Bookshop
Founder of #DiscoverIrishKidsBooks
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/SarahWebbWriter
Founder of #DiscoverIrishKidsBooks
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/SarahWebbWriter
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The Children’s Booker has just been announced. The first prize will be awarded in 2027 for children’s books for readers aged 8 to 12, published between Nov 2025 and Oct 2026.
I've picked 10 books that could have been winners over the past 10 years - and they are all Irish!
www.sarahwebb.info/blog
I've picked 10 books that could have been winners over the past 10 years - and they are all Irish!
www.sarahwebb.info/blog
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A lovely evening celebrating six years with the team - old and new!
@sarahwebbwriter.bsky.social @amandadunne.bsky.social
@sarahwebbwriter.bsky.social @amandadunne.bsky.social
October 26, 2025 at 9:06 AM
A lovely evening celebrating six years with the team - old and new!
@sarahwebbwriter.bsky.social @amandadunne.bsky.social
@sarahwebbwriter.bsky.social @amandadunne.bsky.social
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The Children’s Booker has just been announced. The first prize will be awarded in 2027 for children’s books for readers aged 8 to 12, published between Nov 2025 and Oct 2026.
I've picked 10 books that could have been winners over the past 10 years - and they are all Irish!
www.sarahwebb.info/blog
I've picked 10 books that could have been winners over the past 10 years - and they are all Irish!
www.sarahwebb.info/blog
October 24, 2025 at 7:07 PM
The Children’s Booker has just been announced. The first prize will be awarded in 2027 for children’s books for readers aged 8 to 12, published between Nov 2025 and Oct 2026.
I've picked 10 books that could have been winners over the past 10 years - and they are all Irish!
www.sarahwebb.info/blog
I've picked 10 books that could have been winners over the past 10 years - and they are all Irish!
www.sarahwebb.info/blog
The Children’s Booker has just been announced. The first prize will be awarded in 2027 for children’s books for readers aged 8 to 12, published between Nov 2025 and Oct 2026.
I've picked 10 books that could have been winners over the past 10 years - and they are all Irish!
www.sarahwebb.info/blog
I've picked 10 books that could have been winners over the past 10 years - and they are all Irish!
www.sarahwebb.info/blog
October 24, 2025 at 7:07 PM
The Children’s Booker has just been announced. The first prize will be awarded in 2027 for children’s books for readers aged 8 to 12, published between Nov 2025 and Oct 2026.
I've picked 10 books that could have been winners over the past 10 years - and they are all Irish!
www.sarahwebb.info/blog
I've picked 10 books that could have been winners over the past 10 years - and they are all Irish!
www.sarahwebb.info/blog
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1/ We can’t wait to welcome our good friends @sineadohart.bsky.social & @unawoods.bsky.social this coming Sat at 3pm! They will read and draw front their brilliant new book, Ellora McGee, Trainee Banshee. You can order a copy to be signed here halfwayupthestairs.ie/product/9781...
October 20, 2025 at 3:43 PM
1/ We can’t wait to welcome our good friends @sineadohart.bsky.social & @unawoods.bsky.social this coming Sat at 3pm! They will read and draw front their brilliant new book, Ellora McGee, Trainee Banshee. You can order a copy to be signed here halfwayupthestairs.ie/product/9781...
The Irish Invented Halloween, so Where are Our Stories?
From Pookas to Pagan Gods, Spirits to Selkies, Irish children’s books bring spooky season back to its roots
Article by Ellen Ryan
discoveririshkidsbooks.ie/the-irish-in...
Image by Úna Woods from Have You Seen the Dublin Vampire?
From Pookas to Pagan Gods, Spirits to Selkies, Irish children’s books bring spooky season back to its roots
Article by Ellen Ryan
discoveririshkidsbooks.ie/the-irish-in...
Image by Úna Woods from Have You Seen the Dublin Vampire?
October 20, 2025 at 3:38 PM
The Irish Invented Halloween, so Where are Our Stories?
From Pookas to Pagan Gods, Spirits to Selkies, Irish children’s books bring spooky season back to its roots
Article by Ellen Ryan
discoveririshkidsbooks.ie/the-irish-in...
Image by Úna Woods from Have You Seen the Dublin Vampire?
From Pookas to Pagan Gods, Spirits to Selkies, Irish children’s books bring spooky season back to its roots
Article by Ellen Ryan
discoveririshkidsbooks.ie/the-irish-in...
Image by Úna Woods from Have You Seen the Dublin Vampire?
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Look who’s behind our new Run Home, Little Fox window @halfwayupbooks.bsky.social - by @shannonbergin.bsky.social
It’s Trish!
The author of this beautiful book, Tom McCaughren (with Erika McGann) will be talking & signing @ The Whale Theatre Sat 18th Oct 2pm with Marita Conlon-McKenna & Don Conroy!
It’s Trish!
The author of this beautiful book, Tom McCaughren (with Erika McGann) will be talking & signing @ The Whale Theatre Sat 18th Oct 2pm with Marita Conlon-McKenna & Don Conroy!
October 9, 2025 at 12:29 PM
Look who’s behind our new Run Home, Little Fox window @halfwayupbooks.bsky.social - by @shannonbergin.bsky.social
It’s Trish!
The author of this beautiful book, Tom McCaughren (with Erika McGann) will be talking & signing @ The Whale Theatre Sat 18th Oct 2pm with Marita Conlon-McKenna & Don Conroy!
It’s Trish!
The author of this beautiful book, Tom McCaughren (with Erika McGann) will be talking & signing @ The Whale Theatre Sat 18th Oct 2pm with Marita Conlon-McKenna & Don Conroy!
We are delighted to have Chris Judge @halfwayupbooks.bsky.social today fir an Evil Duck event. Signed copies available in store!
October 11, 2025 at 2:33 PM
We are delighted to have Chris Judge @halfwayupbooks.bsky.social today fir an Evil Duck event. Signed copies available in store!
We can't wait for our special book event at The Whale Theatre in Greystones on Saturday 18th October at 2pm. Hosted by @halfwayupbooks.bsky.social
Marita Conlon-McKenna, Tom McCaughren and Don Conroy - in coversation with Patricia Forde.
Tickets here: whaletheatre.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/...
Marita Conlon-McKenna, Tom McCaughren and Don Conroy - in coversation with Patricia Forde.
Tickets here: whaletheatre.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/...
October 10, 2025 at 2:35 PM
We can't wait for our special book event at The Whale Theatre in Greystones on Saturday 18th October at 2pm. Hosted by @halfwayupbooks.bsky.social
Marita Conlon-McKenna, Tom McCaughren and Don Conroy - in coversation with Patricia Forde.
Tickets here: whaletheatre.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/...
Marita Conlon-McKenna, Tom McCaughren and Don Conroy - in coversation with Patricia Forde.
Tickets here: whaletheatre.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/...
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There are some amazing Irish books for children and teens out in Oct and Nov - check them out - from picture books to teen novels. There's something for every child this season.
#DiscoverIrishKidsBooks
@irishkidsbooks.bsky.social
See the posts below for all the authors and illustrators.
#DiscoverIrishKidsBooks
@irishkidsbooks.bsky.social
See the posts below for all the authors and illustrators.
October 9, 2025 at 11:03 AM
There are some amazing Irish books for children and teens out in Oct and Nov - check them out - from picture books to teen novels. There's something for every child this season.
#DiscoverIrishKidsBooks
@irishkidsbooks.bsky.social
See the posts below for all the authors and illustrators.
#DiscoverIrishKidsBooks
@irishkidsbooks.bsky.social
See the posts below for all the authors and illustrators.
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Are you interested in Writing Fiction for Children? My new 6 week online course starts on 28th Oct. Tues eve 6.30pm to 8pm. Includes a one-to-one coaching session or manuscript critique.
Get in touch to find out more: www.sarahwebb.info/contact
Get in touch to find out more: www.sarahwebb.info/contact
October 9, 2025 at 7:33 AM
Are you interested in Writing Fiction for Children? My new 6 week online course starts on 28th Oct. Tues eve 6.30pm to 8pm. Includes a one-to-one coaching session or manuscript critique.
Get in touch to find out more: www.sarahwebb.info/contact
Get in touch to find out more: www.sarahwebb.info/contact
Look who’s behind our new Run Home, Little Fox window @halfwayupbooks.bsky.social - by @shannonbergin.bsky.social
It’s Trish!
The author of this beautiful book, Tom McCaughren (with Erika McGann) will be talking & signing @ The Whale Theatre Sat 18th Oct 2pm with Marita Conlon-McKenna & Don Conroy!
It’s Trish!
The author of this beautiful book, Tom McCaughren (with Erika McGann) will be talking & signing @ The Whale Theatre Sat 18th Oct 2pm with Marita Conlon-McKenna & Don Conroy!
October 9, 2025 at 12:29 PM
Look who’s behind our new Run Home, Little Fox window @halfwayupbooks.bsky.social - by @shannonbergin.bsky.social
It’s Trish!
The author of this beautiful book, Tom McCaughren (with Erika McGann) will be talking & signing @ The Whale Theatre Sat 18th Oct 2pm with Marita Conlon-McKenna & Don Conroy!
It’s Trish!
The author of this beautiful book, Tom McCaughren (with Erika McGann) will be talking & signing @ The Whale Theatre Sat 18th Oct 2pm with Marita Conlon-McKenna & Don Conroy!
There are some amazing Irish books for children and teens out in Oct and Nov - check them out - from picture books to teen novels. There's something for every child this season.
#DiscoverIrishKidsBooks
@irishkidsbooks.bsky.social
See the posts below for all the authors and illustrators.
#DiscoverIrishKidsBooks
@irishkidsbooks.bsky.social
See the posts below for all the authors and illustrators.
October 9, 2025 at 11:03 AM
There are some amazing Irish books for children and teens out in Oct and Nov - check them out - from picture books to teen novels. There's something for every child this season.
#DiscoverIrishKidsBooks
@irishkidsbooks.bsky.social
See the posts below for all the authors and illustrators.
#DiscoverIrishKidsBooks
@irishkidsbooks.bsky.social
See the posts below for all the authors and illustrators.
Are you interested in Writing Fiction for Children? My new 6 week online course starts on 28th Oct. Tues eve 6.30pm to 8pm. Includes a one-to-one coaching session or manuscript critique.
Get in touch to find out more: www.sarahwebb.info/contact
Get in touch to find out more: www.sarahwebb.info/contact
October 9, 2025 at 7:33 AM
Are you interested in Writing Fiction for Children? My new 6 week online course starts on 28th Oct. Tues eve 6.30pm to 8pm. Includes a one-to-one coaching session or manuscript critique.
Get in touch to find out more: www.sarahwebb.info/contact
Get in touch to find out more: www.sarahwebb.info/contact
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Tickets still available for the Dublin debut of my new show, ‘HIGHWAY TO THE DAVID ZONE’ featuring special guest Shane Clifford @brilliantshane.bsky.social this weekend. Join me! www.vicarstreet.com/component/th...
October 6, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Tickets still available for the Dublin debut of my new show, ‘HIGHWAY TO THE DAVID ZONE’ featuring special guest Shane Clifford @brilliantshane.bsky.social this weekend. Join me! www.vicarstreet.com/component/th...
October 2, 2025 at 6:57 AM
Day 1 - a book with a blue cover #DIKBChallenge25
Where the Shadows Hide by @amyclarkinwrites.bsky.social
@irishkidsbooks
Where the Shadows Hide by @amyclarkinwrites.bsky.social
@irishkidsbooks
October 2, 2025 at 6:55 AM
Day 1 - a book with a blue cover #DIKBChallenge25
Where the Shadows Hide by @amyclarkinwrites.bsky.social
@irishkidsbooks
Where the Shadows Hide by @amyclarkinwrites.bsky.social
@irishkidsbooks
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2/ Watch this space for a very special window display coming soon 👀
We can’t wait for the Launch this Friday at 4pm in Greystones Library. If you would like to attend, please email info@halfwayupthestairs.ie
@sarahwebbwriter.bsky.social
@penguinrandomhouse.bsky.social
We can’t wait for the Launch this Friday at 4pm in Greystones Library. If you would like to attend, please email info@halfwayupthestairs.ie
@sarahwebbwriter.bsky.social
@penguinrandomhouse.bsky.social
September 23, 2025 at 9:44 AM
2/ Watch this space for a very special window display coming soon 👀
We can’t wait for the Launch this Friday at 4pm in Greystones Library. If you would like to attend, please email info@halfwayupthestairs.ie
@sarahwebbwriter.bsky.social
@penguinrandomhouse.bsky.social
We can’t wait for the Launch this Friday at 4pm in Greystones Library. If you would like to attend, please email info@halfwayupthestairs.ie
@sarahwebbwriter.bsky.social
@penguinrandomhouse.bsky.social
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1/ Look at this beauty!!! The Waters and the Wild by @eilishfisher.bsky.social, illustrated by David Rooney is now available in store and online from halfwayupthestairs.ie/product/9780.... We have some signed copies in store, but if you would like a dedicated copy just leave the name in the Notes.
September 23, 2025 at 9:44 AM
1/ Look at this beauty!!! The Waters and the Wild by @eilishfisher.bsky.social, illustrated by David Rooney is now available in store and online from halfwayupthestairs.ie/product/9780.... We have some signed copies in store, but if you would like a dedicated copy just leave the name in the Notes.
Congratulations to @evemcdonnell.bsky.social the new Writer in Residence at Dún Laoghaire library, along with Ruth Ennis (emerging writer).
I loved visiting Eve at the library yesterday! We checked out the wonderful new Karen Ebbs exhibition in the library and her new writing room!
I loved visiting Eve at the library yesterday! We checked out the wonderful new Karen Ebbs exhibition in the library and her new writing room!
September 23, 2025 at 7:34 AM
Congratulations to @evemcdonnell.bsky.social the new Writer in Residence at Dún Laoghaire library, along with Ruth Ennis (emerging writer).
I loved visiting Eve at the library yesterday! We checked out the wonderful new Karen Ebbs exhibition in the library and her new writing room!
I loved visiting Eve at the library yesterday! We checked out the wonderful new Karen Ebbs exhibition in the library and her new writing room!
Reposted by Sarah Webb
The 90s Irish childhood cannon
The perfect event for fans of children’s books - Marita Conlon-McKenna, Tom McCaughren and Don Conroy in conversation with @laureatenanog.bsky.social Patricia Forde.
The Whale Theatre, Greystones Sat 18th Oct 2pm. Book now! #CBIConf25 #DiscoverIrishKidsBooks
The Whale Theatre, Greystones Sat 18th Oct 2pm. Book now! #CBIConf25 #DiscoverIrishKidsBooks
September 22, 2025 at 9:04 AM
The 90s Irish childhood cannon
Reposted by Sarah Webb
The perfect event for fans of children’s books - Marita Conlon-McKenna, Tom McCaughren and Don Conroy in conversation with @laureatenanog.bsky.social Patricia Forde.
The Whale Theatre, Greystones Sat 18th Oct 2pm. Book now! #CBIConf25 #DiscoverIrishKidsBooks
The Whale Theatre, Greystones Sat 18th Oct 2pm. Book now! #CBIConf25 #DiscoverIrishKidsBooks
September 21, 2025 at 2:17 PM
The perfect event for fans of children’s books - Marita Conlon-McKenna, Tom McCaughren and Don Conroy in conversation with @laureatenanog.bsky.social Patricia Forde.
The Whale Theatre, Greystones Sat 18th Oct 2pm. Book now! #CBIConf25 #DiscoverIrishKidsBooks
The Whale Theatre, Greystones Sat 18th Oct 2pm. Book now! #CBIConf25 #DiscoverIrishKidsBooks
Well done to Aoife Murray and all the @childrensbooksireland.ie for a wonderful weekend. #CBIConf25
September 21, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Well done to Aoife Murray and all the @childrensbooksireland.ie for a wonderful weekend. #CBIConf25
The perfect event for fans of children’s books - Marita Conlon-McKenna, Tom McCaughren and Don Conroy in conversation with @laureatenanog.bsky.social Patricia Forde.
The Whale Theatre, Greystones Sat 18th Oct 2pm. Book now! #CBIConf25 #DiscoverIrishKidsBooks
The Whale Theatre, Greystones Sat 18th Oct 2pm. Book now! #CBIConf25 #DiscoverIrishKidsBooks
September 21, 2025 at 2:17 PM
The perfect event for fans of children’s books - Marita Conlon-McKenna, Tom McCaughren and Don Conroy in conversation with @laureatenanog.bsky.social Patricia Forde.
The Whale Theatre, Greystones Sat 18th Oct 2pm. Book now! #CBIConf25 #DiscoverIrishKidsBooks
The Whale Theatre, Greystones Sat 18th Oct 2pm. Book now! #CBIConf25 #DiscoverIrishKidsBooks
Fantastic manifesto for young readers by @louiestowell.bsky.social at the @childrensbooksireland.ie #CBIConf25
September 21, 2025 at 10:40 AM
Fantastic manifesto for young readers by @louiestowell.bsky.social at the @childrensbooksireland.ie #CBIConf25
Advice from @laurenohara.bsky.social about illustration (esp for people who are anxious) - ‘Don’t overthink it. When you get stuck, play.’ #CBIConf25
September 21, 2025 at 9:52 AM
Advice from @laurenohara.bsky.social about illustration (esp for people who are anxious) - ‘Don’t overthink it. When you get stuck, play.’ #CBIConf25