Below is an updated list of what’s flying off the shelves with less than 2 weeks untill Christmas A captivating gift book blending Irish words, folklore and weather wisdom. Magan invites readers to rediscover how nature spoke to our ancestors — and how it can still speak to us. Evoking countless sodden, shivery experiences on […]

Looking for the perfect gift this Mother’s Day? Why not try a book! Here at Midland Books, we have a wide range of books that would make the perfect present this Mother’s Day. These are our top book recommendations for Mother’s Day; Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan A poignant short novel that has […]

Are you an exam student that needs help with studying? Well, you’re in the right place! Here at Midland Books, we have put together a list of all our top study tips for surviving exam season. Have a look at these study tips to help with revision; 1. Create a clear and organised study or […]

Looking for the perfect wellness books to start your new year the right way? Have a look at our fabulous selection of mindfulness and wellness books here; Good Vibes, Good Life by Vex King Join the self-love revolution with visionary writer Vex King and discover inspirational messages and universal wisdom to help you manifest positive […]

2021, the year of amazing book releases. We saw new books from renowned authors like Sally Rooney, Richard Osman, Anthony Doerr and so many more as well as debuts that have surprised readers like Snowflake by Louise Nealon or Holding Her Breath by Eimear Ryan. If you thought the year of 2021 couldn’t be topped, […]

A new year means a fresh beginning and a time where we are encouraged to try new things. It also means it is time to reflect on the previous year. In the world of books, it’s quite an exciting time as it is award season. The most acclaimed books from the previous 12 months are […]

We couldn’t celebrate 2021, the year of books, without mentioning all of the magnificent kid’s books that were released this year. Have a look at some of our favourite kid’s books from the year of 2021; There’s a Ghost in this House by Oliver Jeffers A captivating new picture book with interactive transparent pages, from […]

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, […]

Here at Midland Books, we want to help you make this Christmas your best one yet. We are more than happy to help recommend a book for a gift. One of the trickiest gifts to give at Christmas is for Secret Santa. Have you ever pulled a name and thought to yourself ‘what in the […]

Looking for the perfect kid’s book to gift this Christmas? We have got you covered here at Midland Books. Check out all of the children’s books we would recommend to give as a gift;  A Christman Carol by Charles Dickens  Ebenezer Scrooge hates Christmas, that is before he is presented with the ghosts of Christmas […]

The Island of Missing Trees by Elif Shafak This is a great read by the Turkish writer, Elif Shafak. The story is set in the island of Cyprus and begins with the partition of the country in 1974 between Greece & Turkey with disastrous consequences for the people & the island. It tells the story […]

The Promise by Damon Galgut ‘The Promise’ by South African writer Damon Galgut was the deserving winner of this year’s Booker Prize. It’s the story of a white South African family, set in the last years if apartheid and the emergence of the new South African state. The Swarts are an African family. Rachel, the […]

Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan This is a gem of a book. It’s only 110 pages, so more of a novella or short story but it’s so beautifully written that having finished it, I straight away wanted to reread it. It’s deceptively simple as it tells the story of Bill Furlong, local coal […]

Christmas is fast approaching and it is truly the busiest time of the year. Sometimes, we can forget to take a moment and appreciate the spirit of the season. At Midland Books, we are spreading the Christmas cheer by sharing some of our favourite Christmas books for adults and children alike! Here are some of […]

Are you a novice in the garden? Or are you a seasoned vet looking to expand your already vast knowledge? Here at Midland Books, we have a book for everyone. We even have a wide selection of books on gardening to help you kickstart your new hobby. Check out some of our top recommendations for […]

Here at Midland Books we take great pride in the amazing range of books that we offer our customers, and our children’s book selection is no different! We take great care in the selection of books that we offer as we understand that whether it be your first ever book or your one hundredth, each […]

We are so blessed with excellent writers here in Ireland. From Rooney to Roddy, we have seen some amazing fictional releases. These authors are known around the world for their brilliance in literature and we love to celebrate them here at Midland Books as well. Here are some amazing books by best selling Irish authors;   […]

Looking to get the kids back into reading is no easy task. After a summer filled with outdoor fun and games, it is tough to try and convince them to spend their time indoors, and reading no less. We have a selection of children’s books here at Midland Books that we recommend time and time again […]

We love a spooky and scary read here at Midland Books. Something that will keep you wanting to read more, even though you are super scared! Here at Midland Books, we have a wide selection of books, including some that would make the perfect Halloween read! If you are looking for a spooky Halloween read, […]

Here at Midland Books we have met just about every type of reader. We know that fiction filled novels are not for everyone. That’s why we try to keep our selection of books for kids as diverse as possible. We even have a wide selection of books for kids for you to choose from. Our […]

Poetry is an area of literature that many readers are intimidated by. However, we know that not every reader is a fan of fictional writing, and some are not wholly intrigued by the premise of nonfiction writing either. Some readers are looking for short texts that they can read here and there without the commitment […]

With the return to school and study in full swing, many exam year students will be soon thinking of starting revision for their upcoming exams, that’s if they haven’t started already. Exam year students undoubtedly have a very busy year ahead of them. Exam season is the busiest part of the year and many students […]

It seems as though book lovers have just about made their way into every crevice of the internet. It started with blogs. When blogs were the preferred choice of social platform, everyone and their mum had a blog about books. Eventually those became ‘irrelevant’ and book enthusiasts from all over the globe made their way […]

Here at Midland Books, we love every type of book. However, there will always be a special place in our collection for picture books. Picture books are one of the most enjoyable parts of childhood. Reading a story before bedtime or equally, reading your child a story before bedtime is such an important activity. Sometimes, […]

Here at Midland Books, we have a wide selection of cookery books, including some vegan and vegetarian books that are an absolute must for any collection. It can be tough making the switch to vegan or vegetarian eating, but these cookbooks are a great place to help you make the switch. Even those of you […]

We have met just about every type of bookworm here at Midland Books. We have seen the classics fanatic, the new release lover, the sports enthusiast and of course, the non-fiction aficionado. So, we know that fiction books are just not appealing to some readers. They prefer their books firmly planted in reality. Instead of […]

Cooking for one in itself is no easy task, never mind when you are trying to cook for eight different people with different dietary needs. Cooking with little knowledge can seem like a daunting task in any capacity but having a great cookery book is the best place to start. Here at Midland Books, we […]

After months without so much as looking at a book, it can be difficult to face the thoughts of cracking open a 300 page plus book. It can honestly seem like a bit of a chore! It’s tough to know which books are going to reignite that love of reading and which are going to […]

The back to school shopping season can be overwhelming. What with trying to juggle getting the kids ready for the upcoming school and keeping them occupied while they have their holidays, it can be a lot to try and manage. Here at Midland Books, we understand that it’s a stressful time and we want to […]

2020, the year of Coronavirus. 2021, the year of Irish books? While Ireland is undoubtedly well known for producing it’s fair share of exceptional authors, and it has had this reputation for some time, there is something about 2021. This year we have been blessed with a number of excellent Irish books from Irish authors, […]

School is (finally) finished for another year! Que the endless choruses of “I’m Bored!” that is bound to last the next three months. It can be hard to find things to keep the kids entertained during the summer months that will equally keep them off the screens and having fun when we can’t really do […]

It’s summer time! After months of what seemed like an endless winter of terrible weather and extended lockdowns, the summer months of 2021 are greatly welcomed and highly appreciated. Now that life is getting that bit busier as we return to our new normal, it can be easy to forget about the new hobbies and […]

While the word ‘staycation’ is dreaded by some, this summer we are embracing the fact that we get the opportunity to discover more of what our beautiful country has to offer. Being the proud residents of the Midlands that we are, we think (in our 100 per cent non biased opinion) that a summer spent […]

Beginning in 1917, the Pulitzer Prize is an award that recognises excellence in American journalism, music, literature, and poetry. The prize was founded in 1917 after the death of Joseph Pulitzer, for whom the award was named. Joseph Pulitzer was a Jewish man from Hungary, who, upon his emigration to America, became a wealthy newspaper […]

It’s almost that time of year again. Book lists are coming home in bags and the words ‘back-to-school’ can be seen in every supermarket. It can be overwhelming, you feel like you just got through the panic of the last academic year! So here at Midland Books, we want to make this back-to-school season easier […]

We have picked 4 series of books which we think help children who are learning to read or are reluctant readers.