Ireland at the Frankfurt Book Fair 2025
Irish publishing and Irish writing will be represented from 15–19 October, 2025 at the Frankfurt Book Fair! The stand is located on the first floor in Hall 5.1 C49/C50.
The stand exhibitors include:
Cló Iar-Chonnacht
Micheál Ó Conghaile, CIC International Rights
moccic22@outlook.com
Cló Iar-Chonnacht publishes Irish-language books and Irish traditional music. They offer an extensive range of Irish-language books and traditional albums for sale on their website and shop in Connemara. Cló Iar-Chonnacht (CIC) was founded in 1985, and since then have published over 800 books and 250 music albums.
Gill Books
Linda Murphy, Sales Executive
lmurphy@gill.ie
Gill Books is an Irish publisher which produces an eclectic list of award-winning and best-selling titles from agenda-setting current affairs to absorbing history, page-turning biography to beautifully produced lifestyle. In collaboration with some of Ireland’s best writers, brands and a network of creative talents, Gill Books creates a dynamic publishing proposition, which builds on a 150-year heritage whilst looking excitedly to the future.
Lilliput Press
Stephen Reid, Publishing Manager
manager@lilliputpress.ie
Antony Farrell, Publisher
info@lilliputpress.ie
The Lilliput Press is one of Ireland’s smallest and most prestigious publishing houses. They publish a wide variety of Irish interest books and are proud to represent authors such as James Joyce, John Moriarty, J.P. Donleavy and many others. Lilliput Press specializes in biography, historical non-fiction and memoir, but are also one of the leading fiction publishers in Ireland and are known for discovering exciting new talents such as Donal Ryan, Rob Doyle, Elske Rahill and Adrian Duncan.
Literature Ireland
Sinéad Mac Aodha, Director
sinead@literatureireland.com
Lynsey Reed, General Manager
lynsey@literatureireland.com
Literature Ireland brings the finest of Irish literature in the best possible literary translations to readers around the world. It does this by awarding translation grants to publishers, by hosting literary translators in Ireland, and by representing Irish writers at international events, book fairs and festivals.
Mercier Press
Dee Collins, Head of Books
dee@mercierpress.ie
Carina Jeisy, Head of PR
carina@mercierpress.ie
Mercier Press is Ireland's oldest independent publishing house, founded in Cork in 1944 by Captain Seán Feehan and Mary Feehan. Over eight decades, this pioneering publisher has evolved into a champion of diverse literary voices, publishing fiction across all genres alongside Irish history, culture, and contemporary non-fiction. They actively seek 'works that move us, engage our minds, inspire our hearts and make us question the world around us,' championing both distinctive Irish voices and compelling international works. Their mission centres on fostering a vibrant literary culture that celebrates Irish storytelling while embracing outstanding literature from around the world, recognising that great stories transcend borders and enrich understanding across cultures.
New Island Books
Mariel Deegan, Managing Director
mariel.deegan@newisland.ie
Aoife Walsh, Commissioning Editor
Aoife.Walsh@newisland.ie
New Island celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2022 and has, since its establishment, been a constant of the Irish literary landscape, championing the work of new writers while providing a stable home for more established authors. We publish a broad range of debut, established authors and modern classics, in addition to Irish-interest non-fiction such as memoir and history, and a long-running series of short fiction for emerging adult readers called Open Door.
O’Brien Press
Ivan O’Brien, Managing Director, Sales
ivan@obrien.ie
Celebrating 50 years in Irish publishing, the O'Brien Press is Ireland's leading general publisher of both adult and children's books. Their list covers a huge range, including biography, humour, photography, history, art, fiction, politics, cookery, sport, music, memoir, true crime and travel and they are constantly expanding into new and exciting areas.
Publishing Ireland
Orla McLoughlin, Manager
orla@publishingireland.com
Established in 1970, Publishing Ireland is a membership organisation representing book publishers from throughout Ireland. Our members are at the heart of our mission and Publishing Ireland’s aim is to share expertise, resources and opportunities to foster excellence in Irish publishing.