
Nowhere for a Ghost to Sleep
Sun 8 Nov · 11:00
Royal Irish Academy of Music
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On 8th November 2026, the Royal Irish Academy of Music in Dublin will host an event titled "Nowhere for a Ghost to Sleep," featuring author Erika McGann and illustrator Clive McFarland. The session will include readings and drawings from their new picture book, making it an engaging literary experience. Tickets range from free to £11.70.
Join author Erika McGann and illustrator Clive McFarland as they read and draw from their brand new picture book
Join author Erika McGann and illustrator Clive McFarland as they read and draw from their brand new picture book, Nowhere for a Ghost to Sleep (O’Brien Press). With spooky games and fun facts, you’ll learn to draw some of the cute and quirky characters from the book, including your very own sleepy ghost!
Age: 3yrs +
Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Please book 1 ticket per person attending.
While this event is free, by making one of your tickets a 'Supporter's Ticket' you will be making a valuable contribution towards keeping future events accessible and towards the sustainable growth of Dublin Book Festival.
Please note we may be capturing candid imagery at this event for use on our social media and website.
Clive McFarland was raised in Omagh, County Tyrone and graduated from Liverpool School of Art and Design. He is an author and illustrator of picture books, including A Bed for Bear, Caterpillar Dreams and The Fox and the Wild. He is the illustrator of Standing on One Leg is Hard and What is A Peachick? by Erika McGann. He lives in Northern Ireland.
Erika McGann grew up in Drogheda, Co. Louth, and now lives in Dublin. She is the author of many picture books including Standing on One Leg is Hard and What is A Peachick? (illustrated by Clive McFarland), Where Are You, Puffling?, Wee Donkey’s Treasure Hunt, Cá Bhfuil Puifín Beag?, Puifín Beag agus an Ubh (both translated by Muireann Ní Chíobháin), Puffling and the Egg, It’s Too Dark, Puffling, and Puffling and the Stormy Sea all illustrated by Gerry Daly, The Night-time Cat and the Plump, Grey Mouse, illustrated by Lauren O’Neill, and Tir na nOg illustrated by Conor Busuttil. She is co-author with Tom McCaughren of the award-winning hit picture book Run Home, Little Fox, illustrated by Shannon Bergin. Her children’s novels include the ‘Cass and the Bubble Street Gang’ series, Tabitha Plimtock and the Edge of the World and The Strange World of Barnabus Kwerk.
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Frequently asked questions
Nowhere for a Ghost to Sleep takes place on Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 11:00.
Nowhere for a Ghost to Sleep is held at Royal Irish Academy of Music in Dublin (36-38 Westland Row, Dublin 2, D02 WY89).
Tickets for Nowhere for a Ghost to Sleep range from £0 to £11.70. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Tickets for Nowhere for a Ghost to Sleep can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

Nowhere for a Ghost to Sleep
Editorial Summary
On 8th November 2026, the Royal Irish Academy of Music in Dublin will host an event titled "Nowhere for a Ghost to Sleep," featuring author Erika McGann and illustrator Clive McFarland. The session will include readings and drawings from their new picture book, making it an engaging literary experience. Tickets range from free to £11.70.
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Join author Erika McGann and illustrator Clive McFarland as they read and draw from their brand new picture book
Join author Erika McGann and illustrator Clive McFarland as they read and draw from their brand new picture book, Nowhere for a Ghost to Sleep (O’Brien Press). With spooky games and fun facts, you’ll learn to draw some of the cute and quirky characters from the book, including your very own sleepy ghost!
Age: 3yrs +
Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Please book 1 ticket per person attending.
While this event is free, by making one of your tickets a 'Supporter's Ticket' you will be making a valuable contribution towards keeping future events accessible and towards the sustainable growth of Dublin Book Festival.
Please note we may be capturing candid imagery at this event for use on our social media and website.
Clive McFarland was raised in Omagh, County Tyrone and graduated from Liverpool School of Art and Design. He is an author and illustrator of picture books, including A Bed for Bear, Caterpillar Dreams and The Fox and the Wild. He is the illustrator of Standing on One Leg is Hard and What is A Peachick? by Erika McGann. He lives in Northern Ireland.
Erika McGann grew up in Drogheda, Co. Louth, and now lives in Dublin. She is the author of many picture books including Standing on One Leg is Hard and What is A Peachick? (illustrated by Clive McFarland), Where Are You, Puffling?, Wee Donkey’s Treasure Hunt, Cá Bhfuil Puifín Beag?, Puifín Beag agus an Ubh (both translated by Muireann Ní Chíobháin), Puffling and the Egg, It’s Too Dark, Puffling, and Puffling and the Stormy Sea all illustrated by Gerry Daly, The Night-time Cat and the Plump, Grey Mouse, illustrated by Lauren O’Neill, and Tir na nOg illustrated by Conor Busuttil. She is co-author with Tom McCaughren of the award-winning hit picture book Run Home, Little Fox, illustrated by Shannon Bergin. Her children’s novels include the ‘Cass and the Bubble Street Gang’ series, Tabitha Plimtock and the Edge of the World and The Strange World of Barnabus Kwerk.
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❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Nowhere for a Ghost to Sleep?
Nowhere for a Ghost to Sleep takes place on Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 11:00.
Where is Nowhere for a Ghost to Sleep taking place?
Nowhere for a Ghost to Sleep is held at Royal Irish Academy of Music in Dublin (36-38 Westland Row, Dublin 2, D02 WY89).
How much are tickets for Nowhere for a Ghost to Sleep?
Tickets for Nowhere for a Ghost to Sleep range from £0 to £11.70. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
How do I get tickets for Nowhere for a Ghost to Sleep?
Tickets for Nowhere for a Ghost to Sleep can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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