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The Best Books of 2021

Here at Midland Books we love to celebrate all things books! Since 2021 has been the year of great books, we have put together a list of all our favourites. Have a look;

Fiction: Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan 

During the weeks leading up to Christmas, Bill Furlong, a coal and timber merchant, faces his busiest season. As he does the rounds, he feels the past rising up to meet him – and encounters the complicit silences of a people controlled by the Church. The long-awaited new work from the author of Foster, Small Things Like These is an unforgettable story of hope, quiet heroism and tenderness.

History: The Truth Behind the Irish Famine by Jerry Mulvihill

An insightful book into the horrific events of the Irish famine. In 1845, Ireland was part of the United Kingdom, which was the richest and most powerful nation in the world. Ireland was producing a surplus of food. However, between 1845 and 1852, more than 1.5 million Irish people starved to death, while massive quantities of food were being exported from their country to Britain.

Wellness: Finding Peace by Sister Stan

Sister Stan has compiled a range of uplifting, insightful and compelling essays from well known figures. Explore the thoughts on mindfulness of everyone from Johnny Sexton to Vicky Phelan. 

Biography: Storyteller by Dave Grohl

So, I’ve written a book. Having entertained the idea for years, and even offered a few questionable opportunities, I have decided to write these stories just as I have always done, in my own hand. 

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Cookbook: Learn to Cook with Neven by Neven Maguire

Learn to Cook with Neven is the perfect first cookbook for kids of all ages. It will give them their first 80 delicious, fail-safe recipes, accompanied by colourful photographs and basic kitchen and cooking how-tos. While creating popular favourites, kids will also learn culinary techniques as they go along ensuring they learn the right way from the get-go.

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Children’s Non Fiction: Tree Dogs, Banshee Fingers and Other Irish Words for Nature by Manchan Magan

Manchan Magan is fascinated by words, particularly Irish words, with all of their complex meanings and associations and their connections to the natural world. Manchan now brings his infectious wonder and enthusiasm for the Irish language to a younger audience, offering delightful translations and explanations of animal, bird, fish, insect and nature words.

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Children’s Fiction: Mr Spicebag by Freddie Alexander

Be warned, Reader, this book isn’t about a normal spice bag, nor is it about a normal boy. Quite the opposite. This book is about the Spice Bag, and our unlikely hero: a 10-year-old boy named George. It also has: a dash of adventure, a sprinkle of mystery, a greasy villain and a talking mouse and then there’s Mr Spicebag’s chipper, which seems to be at the centre of everything. 

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