An Alternative Irish Christmas

From long-held traditions to the creation of new ones, from moments of quiet reflection to chaos, comedy, disappointment and even horror, this collection reflects the stunning breadth of an Irish Christmas. Whether nostalgic, irreverent, tender or sharp-edged, these original works from Ireland's best and most exciting contemporary writers offer readers a fresh and intimate encounter with the season. An Irish Christmas is a brand-new collection of original short stories and essays offering a vivid snapshot of how we celebrate Christmas in Ireland today. CONTRIBUTORS: Belinda McKeon, Sophie White, Tim MacGabhann, Conner Habib, Roisin Kiberd, Maggie Armstrong, Deborah Somorin, Sue Rainsford, Jessica Traynor, Niall Bourke, Briana Fitzsimons, Soula Emmanuel, Mike McCormack and with a classic Christmas extract from Anne Enright's The Green Road. Edited by Lisa Coen and Sarah Davis-Goff.