Sarah Cassidy – författare

What has Ireland really been talking about for the last forty years? Those iconic moments, controversies and unexpected fads that we just could not get enough of. From Riverdance to Garth Brooks and Croke Park, Thierry’s hand of God to Theresa Mannion’s unnecessary journeys, and Crystal Swing to moving statues. But did we ever find out who was taking the horse to France?From the team that brought you The A to Z of Being Irish and A-Z of an Irish Christmas, this is Irish culture with a light touch and lashings and lashings of rose-tinted nostalgia.

'Don't mind me, I'm only your mother.'World–renowned for her unique perspective on life, there is no-one quite like the Irish Mammy. From the weather to your choice of clothing the quintessential Irish Mam has something to say on every subject.'You're making a holy show of yourself.''It's all fun and games until someone has their eye out.''Don't make me come up there!'This handy collection of Mammyisms will ensure you are never without an Irish Mammy’s words of wisdom.

Ever wondered about the healing powers of dock leaves, flat 7UP and Sudocrem? Love the sound of Miggeldy Higens but not sure who he is? Confused about the difference between ‘going out’ and ‘going out-out’? Well, wonder no more!This handy A–Z is packed with insider knowledge and quirky Irishisms for locals and blow-ins alike. Read it or we’ll tell Mammy you left the immersion on!

Tired of Anxiety is a step-by step guide for children on how to do the things that matter to them despite anxiety. Based on principles of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), the book uses evidence-based clinical techniques and describes them in accessible, child-friendly ways to ensure that families have a toolkit for working positively with anxiety over the long term. By acknowledging that difficult thoughts and feelings are a normal part of being human, rather than something we must try to stamp down or wish away, the authors normalise the everyday struggles of anxious young people so that children can learn to 'make friends' with their own anxiety and get on with the more important work of actually living and enjoying their lives. The text is presented in a visually appealing style, with frequent opportunities to engage with the material and a suite of supporting audio meditations.