Great magnets styled like scrabble pieces. Just comment with 'magnets' in your message below.
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Gillian Binchy at our interview about Ruby's Tuesday
The children of 4th class, Collon N.S. at one of my kids reader events
From Gillian Binchy
Huge congratulations on your 1st Blogiversary - aptly your paper anniversary !
I love your blog the reviews they are beautifully written, very entertaining, spot on and terribly honest. It was a pleasure to finally met you and the extended family this summer - a fantastic bunch. Thank you for having us to your incredible home. Wishing you continued success in your blogging and writing career - such a refreshing and interesting blog.
From a BIG fan
Gillian Binchy
From Celeste McCreesh of ReadingIntoTheSunset.com
I've actually read a few of books over the last few months that Margaret has recommended on her blog & I hope to get more of them read, I don't think I've ever met anyone as passionate about books as she is, she also is a huge supporter of alot of Irish authors & their books that have been released over the last year or so & I talking about everything book related with her too Congrats again Margaret on your success
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Giveaway #5
A paperback edition of the wonderful Jodi Picoult's Change of Heart. Just leave comment with 'Jodi' in your message to enter.
CLOSED- WINNER DANIELA SIMMONS
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Nicola Pierce after her talk on City of Fate
Me showing my crime investigating skills at Carmel Harrington book launch, Enniscorthy Castle
From Nuala Ni Chonchuir
'Writers don't get out much, apart from to meet other writers, so I always love a chance to meet readers, daunting and all as that can be. I was delighted when Margaret asked me to her stunning Louth home to meet her book club, who had recently read my novel. It was like meeting people I had known for ages - they were all warm, witty and wise, with plenty of insights and opinions about my characters: 'She didn't really love your man!' 'Yes she did!' We chatted and yapped and laughed; the convo sometimes serious, always honest.
Margaret and her club, as well as the family and dogs, couldn't have been more welcoming to me, my husband and youngest daughter, Juno.
The author night at Bleach House was one of those rare, memorable events that happen to us as writers: something out-of-the-ordinary, offered up as a gift, by a truly enthused, decent and warm reader. Thanks a million, ó chroÃ, Margaret - may your devotion to books continue to bring great things to your life and to the lives of others.' Nuala Nà Chonchúir, author of The Closet of Savage Mementos
From Sharon Wilden of ShazBookBoudoir.Blogspot.com
Several of the books I've added to my Amazon wishlist recently is as a result of your reviews, one of the latest is Ruby Tuesday.
Sharon x
Giveaway #6
Really cute clip-on book light. Just comment below with 'light' in your message to enter.
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Dexter (named after serial killer) is getting some tips....
The amazing John Connolly. I am a MASSIVE fan !!
From Liz Nugent
I will have to meet you some time! You are such a great supporter of writers and readers! THANK YOU! x
From Hazel Gaynor
'Margaret wrote one of the very first reviews of the The Girl Who Came Home and although I was terrified of what she would think, I was very happy to know that my book was in good hands. Margaret's reviews are always honest, thoughtful and considered. This lady knows books! She also works exceptionally hard at what she does, which is why her second year of book blogging will be even more epic than the first. As for her author evenings - I am recovering from one as I type. Turns out that 'evenings' can be wonderfully long when books, wine and great company collide!'
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Giveaway #7
Paperback edition of Mrs Zhivago. Just comment 'Zhivago' in your message below.
CLOSED - WINNER KELLY SPILLANE
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At Maria Duffy's Book Launch, Dublin
My summer outdoor office ;)
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Giveaway #8
Cute cotton tote. Perfect as a book bag! Just comment 'tote' in your message to enter.
CLOSED - WINNER EMMA CARROLL
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Have to finish up for tonight as internet playing up :(
Back tomorrow for part two, with lots more giveaways and photo memories!!!
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DAY TWO OF BLOGIVERSARY MEMORIES AND GIVEAWAYS
I had so much fun yesterday, but the internet started to play up and I had to quit before all giveaways done. So, continuing today, with more books and random stuff. Keep spreading the word and leaving comments, RTs and best of luck to you all !!!
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Giveaway #9

For crime fiction lovers. Magnetic bookmarks. Just comment 'Murder' below in your message.
CLOSED - WINNER @MIDNIGHTSTAR3
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Prof. Terence Dooley was my first non-fiction review.
Me and TV3 prize winning author, Jennifer Burke
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Giveaway #10
Shortlisted for Orange Prize 2006, a wonderful debut. Just comment 'Rules@ in your message below. RT, share also gains an entry.
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Two amazing ladies, Carmel Harrington & Hazel Gaynor, signing in Drogheda.
From Lavender Smith of LibrarianLavender.com
I love your blog and am so happy that I can always find the best Irish books on it! I keep track of your reviews, so I won't miss any great new discovery. You're also a great friend and I'm glad I've met you.
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Giveaway #11
Cute notebook which basically says what we all think ;) Just comment below with 'trap' in your message.
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Me and Clare Dowling, Dubray Books, Grafton St
2 of my reviewers, Cassie & Mia, aged 10.
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Giveaway #12
You can never have enough bookmarks! Just comment 'owls' in your message below to enter.
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Myself and Zoe Miller
Janet E Cameron in Dubray Books
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Giveaway #13
Everyone needs something light to read in the summertime. Just comment 'Fairy Godmother' in your message below to enter.
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Final Giveaway and a Big Thank You!
Mr. Darcy, you are my soulmate !!!
My real-life Mr. Darcy. My real-life soulmate.
A massive thanks has to go to my husband, Declan ( also known as Mr. Darcy ) for putting up with a wife who is constantly either reading or tweeting. Non-stop. He has the patience of a saint and I love him dearly. He encourages me everyday and nagged me (gently) to study for my exams. As my tattoo says " I believe we were designed for each other "
Pride and Prejudice
My five chicks. Thanks for agreeing to takeaway on more than one occasion!
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Giveaway #14
Kindly donated ( I didn't even ask, I swear ) by the author, a SIGNED edition of Hazel Gaynor's The Girl Who Came Home and a bookmark - A New York Bestseller if you don't mind !!!
Just comment 'Titanic' in your message below to enter.
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CLOSED - WINNER IS SHARON WILDEN
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THAT'S IT FOLKS!!!!