Another Chapter

In this inspiring episode of  Another Chapter Podcast , we’re joined by Dr Christina McDonnell, Irish GP, bookshop owner, and advocate for social justice. As the founder of Genius Juniors Bookshop in County Clare, Christina has created one of Ireland’s only dedicated children’s bookshops, championing diverse stories that help children navigate big feelings, build empathy, and celebrate who th...

In this episode of Another Chapter Podcast , we sit down with Muireann O’Connell, beloved Ireland AM presenter, Celebrity Gogglebox Ireland star, former radio host, and all-round powerhouse of Irish media. Known for her quick wit, warm presence, and fearless honesty, Muireann joins us to chat about everything from her career in Irish television and radio to the books that shaped her life. We dive...

We’re back! Another Chapter kicks off Season 4 with a heart-to-heart catch-up — and what better way to start than by talking about the books that moved us most? From tear-jerkers that left us shattered to stories that made us laugh through the tears, we’re diving into the titles that hit us (and you, our listeners!) right in the feels. Join us as we share the books that made an emotional impact, w...

Join us as we take you along to a live event featuring Seán Ronayne, TV personality and author of "Nature Boy.", one of our Readalong faves from 2024. We discuss the event's venue, St. Luke's converted church in Cork, and Seán Ronayne’s engaging discussion about nature and conservation with Eoghan Daltun, another nature conservationist. We share our admiration for Ronayne's passion and ability to...

In this week's episode of Another Chapter, Claire and Rebecca dive into the world of Irish books, celebrating St. Patrick's Day with a discussion on recent releases and upcoming titles. They share their favorite reads from Irish authors, including "Nesting" by Rosie O'Donnell and "The Stolen Child" by Carmel Harrington, highlighting the depth and diversity of Irish literature. Listeners will also...

Join us for this month's interviewee, Vicki from Babyboo - the Irish brand making waves with their gorgeous, sustainable baby essentials. We’ll be talking all things books, business, and motherhood. - - -Thanks to Helen Becerra for the artwork and Mark Neville for the mixing. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/make-it-work License code: PLGGIGEZMJI9NR3G an...

Do you think critically about authorship? We didn't! That is until we stumbled across some books that made us question what constitutes plagiarism, why men would have put women's work forward as their own, and what repercussions AI and technology have on writing. Join us as we chat about these hot topics and let us know your thoughts in the comments! Have you come across a book with controversy su...

In today's episode, we have our usual chat via voicenote, and end up pondering something that we think needs a whole episode of its own... - - -Thanks to Helen Becerra for the artwork and Mark Neville for the mixing. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/make-it-work License code: PLGGIGEZMJI9NR3G and https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/funky-junk License cod...

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Today, we’re chatting with Róisín O’ Hea, Journalist turned PR Consultant who has branched out into Mindfulness. Originally from Cork, Róisín now lives in Dublin where she has her own company O Hea PR. Mindfulness is an essential part of life for Róisín, and she decided to follow that passion by completing a Masters in Mindfulness in UCC.  We hope you enjoy our chat with Róisín and think our...

Bite-Size episode #4 is here. These short and sweet episodes are a series of quick, fun voice notes between Claire and Rebecca, where they ask each other bookish dilemmas, 'Would you rather' and 'Which book would you choose' type questions. We also asked our listeners which fictional character the would bring to our (fictional) party for winning silver at the 2024 Irish Pod Awards, and we share so...

Our first episode of 2025 is a fantastic interview with author Chris Whitaker. As well as speaking about his writing career and the importance of being a reader, we chat about his newest bestseller All the Colours of the Dark ; you do not have to have read the book, but there are some references to the storyline - these may be minor spoilers to some, but we are confident they don't impact a new re...

Do you wish you had some ready-to-go recommendations for books to buy as gifts this Christmas? Lucky for you, we have this Christmas Gift Guide recorded just in time for your Christmas shopping. We did the kid's version last week, so this week is adult book recs across eight different categories! - - -Thanks to Helen Becerra for the artwork and Mark Neville for the mixing. Music from #Uppbeat (fre...

Christmas Children’s Book Buying Recommendations: From Tots to Teens Did you watch The Late Late Toy Show and wish more time was given to the book segment? Did your inner child yearn for more books, more recommendations, more choice?  Well, dear book lovers, we did too!  Lucky for you, we have this Christmas Gift Guide Special recorded just in time for your Christmas shopping. We hope th...

You might be familiar with Ross Browne from his comedy acts, his 96FM breakfast radio show, or perhaps you’ve seen him on The Young Offenders. In this week’s episode, we delve deeper and get to know the man behind the mic and discuss his writing career from comedy gags to literary fiction. He also read us a new short piece of his (our first author read on the pod!), and, let's just say, we were bl...

This week we visited the cinema to see the highly-anticipated "Small Things Like These". Based on the novella by Claire Keegan, it tells the story of Bill Furlong, a coal man in New Ross, Wexford, "As he does the rounds, he feels the past rising up to meet him - and encounters the complicit silences of a small community controlled by the Church. Claire Keegan’s tender tale of hope and quiet herois...

And we're back with our third bookish bants episode. These short and sweet episodes are a series of quick, fun voice notes between Claire and Rebecca, where they ask each other bookish dilemmas, 'Would you rather' and 'Which book would you choose' type questions. - - -Thanks to Helen Becerra for the artwork and Mark Neville for the mixing. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.i...

Aaaand it’s November! How did that happen!?🤯 This week’s episode is one where we talk about cosy reads as the darker and more wintry nights set in as well as being a bit more serious and consider the tradition of Samhain, where we recommend books that we think are reflective reads. Whether you need a hug in a book or would like something to make you think, we’ve got you covered!  This episod...

This week's episode features an insightful and entertaining interview with Lorna Sixsmith, Author and Dairy Farmer. Her new novel "Country Girl At Heart" weaves together rural life, romance, and the realities of farming. Tune in as Lorna shares insights into her writing journey, the inspiration she draws from her own farm, and why her characters are as grounded as the Irish soil! Don’t miss this o...

And our bitesize episode is back! For those who have a bit less time on their hands, or just like their podcasts in short-and-sweet format, these episodes are for you! (And all the rest of you bookish people too of course!) So, get your cup of coffee or tea, and enjoy these voicenotes between the gals, asking all of the tough bookish questions ;) - - -Thanks to Helen Becerra for the artwork and Ma...

This week, Rebecca’s diving into her top spooky, creepy, and downright WTF reads that will leave you sleeping with the lights on! If you're a fan of thrillers, horror and unsettling stories, you won’t want to miss these recommendations. Meanwhile, Claire is tackling the Non-fiction Challenge head-on! She’s giving us an update on her progress and sharing her favourites from the year so far. - - -Th...

You asked, we answered! We asked our lovely listeners for recommendation requests, and this week we have the first of this series of recommendations hot off the press! In the first half, Claire Recommends A Cosy Christmas Book, A Book Involving a Natural Disaster (from our Reading Prompt Challenge) and a True Crime book. You also get to hear our new segment, Bookseller's Choice, with the always wo...

Join us as we chat with one of your most beloved Bookstagrammers @elaineandthebooks , Elaine Mullane. As a leader of the Banned Books book club, and Stephen King 'We All Float' buddy reads, Elaine deep dives into her love of reading, why she is so impassioned about reading about the experiences of others, and why she thinks books are important places where we find validation about ourselves. We lo...

Welcome to our first bite-size episode! Have a wee coffee or tea break, and enjoy these voicenotes between the gals, asking all of the tough bookish questions ;) - - -Thanks to Helen Becerra for the artwork and Mark Neville for the mixing. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/make-it-work License code: PLGGIGEZMJI9NR3G and https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks...

Chapter 2 of Season 3 is off to a great start with a recap on our favourite reads of the summer and a look at our most anticipated reads for the cosy autumn season ahead. With books ranging from Historical Fiction to Nonfiction, Romance to Thrillers, there's bound to be something in this episode that grabs your attention. - - -Thanks to Helen Becerra for the artwork and Mark Neville for the mixing...