Patricia Forde is the award-winning author behind 20 children's books. She also plays an important role as Laureate na nÓg celebrating children’s literature. The Girl who Fell to Earth is out now.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention

Spike Island off the coast of Cobh is a tourist attraction these days. Former CEO John Crotty talks to Oliver about its rich and fascinating history, as a fortress and prison.

Patrick's background in chemistry and marketing proved to be a happy marriage with his latest invention. Inspired by his son's friends dilemma of removing fake tan from bed linen led to the creation of "Tan off".

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

Emily Kenway became her late mother's primary carer at the age of 31. She writes about her experience and that of others like her in a book called "Who Cares: the hidden crisis of caregiving and how we solve it".

Mother and daughter, Deirdre Clogher and Rebecca Connell chat to Oliver about their new art exhibition. Kindred runs at the Atrium in Mullingar until July 20th featuring the work of Deirdre and her daughters Rebecca, Rachel and Sarah.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

Fiona Glascott is the star of Brookyln, the general Potterverse and now The Martini Shot. The drama premieres at the Galway Film Fleadh on Thursday and follows an ailing movie director.