In the first in our five-part autumn series, the award-winning author looks at some of the great children’s books – including many Irish titles – that can help entertain curious minds or, in this case, help them on their way to sleep

Run Home, Little Fox by Tom McCaughren and Erika McGann, illustrated by Shannon Bergin (The O’Brien Press)

Run Home, Little Fox by Tom McCaughren and Erika McGann, illustrated by Shannon Bergin (The O’Brien Press)

There’s nothing better than reading to a child at bedtime. It calms them down after a busy day and it’s also soothing for the parent or carer. Here are some new favourites, picture books that both children and their grown-ups will love, books that will withstand multiple ‘Again, again!’ readings.

by Tom McCaughren and Erika McGann, illustrated by Shannon Bergin (The O’Brien Press)