New Island Books

New Island Books New Island is Ireland's leading publisher of groundbreaking work in literary fiction and non-fiction

New Island started out as Raven Arts Press under Dermot Bolger’s stewardship in the 1980s. Today, under publisher Edwin Higel, New Island retains its commitment to literature and literary publishing. Over the years we have been responsible for discovering and publishing many new authors, as well as revitalising the careers of established authors. We are always actively promoting our publications i

n all literary areas, from fiction to drama to poetry, while maintaining our consistently high levels of non-fiction publishing, especially in the areas of social affairs and biographies. Our long and prestigious list of authors includes Dermot Bolger, Anthony Cronin, Patrick Galvin, Roddy Doyle, Nick Hornby, Cecelia Ahern, Aidan Higgins, Joseph O’Connor, Tom Mac Intyre, Christine Dwyer Hickey, Maeve Binchy, Mary Kenny, Richard Downes, Stephen Price, Adi Roche, Rose Doyle, Nuala Ní Dhomhnaill, Paul Durcan, Philip Casey, Maeve Brennan, Myles Dungan, Glenn Patterson, Brian Lynch and Nuala O'Faolain.

Just one of the many bookcases at New Island HQ. If you could pick just one book from this shelf, which would it be? ...
05/08/2026

Just one of the many bookcases at New Island HQ. If you could pick just one book from this shelf, which would it be?

Limericks and illustrations by the cartoonist, artist, writer and raconteur Tom Mathews brilliantly and hilariously capt...
31/07/2026

Limericks and illustrations by the cartoonist, artist, writer and raconteur Tom Mathews brilliantly and hilariously capture the essence of each of the 18 episodes of the greatest novel of all time, Ulysses by James Joyce. The ideal companion to Joyce's masterpiece whenever you fancy a witty, delightfully concise alternative to the great book. 🧼

 

Congratulations to former New Islander Djamel White on being longlisted for the Booker Prize with his debut novel, All T...
29/07/2026

Congratulations to former New Islander Djamel White on being longlisted for the Booker Prize with his debut novel, All The Dogs. An incredible achievement! 🌟

28/07/2026

Publishing this September: the story of how one fearless magazine captured the story of modern Ireland.

From economic decline and political scandals to the battles over abortion and divorce, Magill and its editor Vincent Browne helped reshape Irish journalism while challenging those in power. Drawing on extensive interviews and rich archival research, Kevin Rafter's Fearless! tells the story of a society in upheaval and one magazine's determination to hold power to account as Ireland's future was being shaped.

Preorder via newisland.ie – link in bio.

Looking for your next read? 📕IMPERFECT BEINGS by Dermot Bolger is available now via newisland.ie
24/07/2026

Looking for your next read? 📕

IMPERFECT BEINGS by Dermot Bolger is available now via newisland.ie

Publishing this Ocotber: Glory Nights & Heartache is a book for anyone who has stood on a terrace, celebrating a victory...
21/07/2026

Publishing this Ocotber: Glory Nights & Heartache is a book for anyone who has stood on a terrace, celebrating a victory or swearing they are finished with football only to always be drawn back. It brings together writers who love Irish football up close as supporters. Starting with one match, each essay expands to take in the rivalries, disappointments and the rare, unforgettable nights when everything went right. ⚽️

Preorder via newisland.ie

Publishing this September: the story of how one fearless magazine told the story of modern Ireland.From economic decline...
20/07/2026

Publishing this September: the story of how one fearless magazine told the story of modern Ireland.

From economic decline and political scandals to the battles over abortion and divorce, Magill and its editor Vincent Browne helped reshape Irish journalism while challenging those in power. Drawing on extensive interviews and rich archival research, Kevin Rafter's Fearless! tells the story of a society in upheaval and one magazine's determination to hold power to account as Ireland's future was being shaped.

Preorder via newisland.ie – link in bio.

Publishing this September: NO ONE TELLS YOU – The Last Years of Edna O'Brien by Carlo Gébler.Pre-order via newisland.ie....
14/07/2026

Publishing this September: NO ONE TELLS YOU – The Last Years of Edna O'Brien by Carlo Gébler.

Pre-order via newisland.ie.

       

Another sunny day calls for another stack of books! 📚☀️
13/07/2026

Another sunny day calls for another stack of books! 📚☀️

12/07/2026

Publishing this September!

Fearless! By Kevin Rafter is not just the story of a magazine. It’s the history of a crucial and contentious decade in Irish life. The 1980s were years of political turbulence, economic decline and bitter referendums on abortion and divorce. Magill and its founding editor, Vincent Browne, was at the heart of all these stories.

Pre-order now via newisland.ie




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