Properbook: Creating Brilliant Books Together
Fri 6 Nov · 14:00
Royal Irish Academy of Music
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The Properbook event will take place on 6 November 2026 at the Royal Irish Academy of Music in Dublin, hosted in partnership with Children's Books Ireland. It is a professional gathering chaired by Melissa Campana and Sarah Webb that will explore the past, present, and future of Irish children's literature through presentations from various speakers including Iv. Admissions for attendees range from €17.07 to €22.42, offering a structured forum for industry networking and insight into publishing trends.
The Past, Present and Future of Irish Children’s Books
In partnership with Children’s Books Ireland.
Chairs: Melissa Campana (Children’s Books Ireland) and Sarah Webb (Children’s Author).
Speakers: Ivan O’Brien (MD, The O’Brien Press), Matthew Parkinson-Bennett (Publisher, Little Island Books), Venetia Gosling, (Children’s Publisher, Gill Books) and Caitríona Nic Sheáin (Publisher, An tSnáthaid Mhór).
Join our experienced panel for a look at the past, present and future of children’s publishing in Ireland and further afield. From children’s changing reading habits to what publishers are currently looking for and how best to submit a manuscript, and AI and its impact on creative industries, the panel will discuss a wide range of topics and take questions from the floor.
Please note we may be capturing candid imagery at this event for use on our social media and website.
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Properbook: Creating Brilliant Books Together takes place on Friday, 6 November 2026 at 14:00.
Properbook: Creating Brilliant Books Together is held at Royal Irish Academy of Music in Dublin (36-38 Westland Row, Dublin 2, D02 WY89).
Tickets for Properbook: Creating Brilliant Books Together range from €17.07 to €22.42. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Royal Irish Academy of Music can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Properbook: Creating Brilliant Books Together 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.
Properbook: Creating Brilliant Books Together
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The Properbook event will take place on 6 November 2026 at the Royal Irish Academy of Music in Dublin, hosted in partnership with Children's Books Ireland. It is a professional gathering chaired by Melissa Campana and Sarah Webb that will explore the past, present, and future of Irish children's literature through presentations from various speakers including Iv. Admissions for attendees range from €17.07 to €22.42, offering a structured forum for industry networking and insight into publishing trends.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Organiser’s full description
The Past, Present and Future of Irish Children’s Books
In partnership with Children’s Books Ireland.
Chairs: Melissa Campana (Children’s Books Ireland) and Sarah Webb (Children’s Author).
Speakers: Ivan O’Brien (MD, The O’Brien Press), Matthew Parkinson-Bennett (Publisher, Little Island Books), Venetia Gosling, (Children’s Publisher, Gill Books) and Caitríona Nic Sheáin (Publisher, An tSnáthaid Mhór).
Join our experienced panel for a look at the past, present and future of children’s publishing in Ireland and further afield. From children’s changing reading habits to what publishers are currently looking for and how best to submit a manuscript, and AI and its impact on creative industries, the panel will discuss a wide range of topics and take questions from the floor.
Please note we may be capturing candid imagery at this event for use on our social media and website.
To hear first about future Dublin Book Festival events sign up to our newsletter here.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Properbook: Creating Brilliant Books Together?
Properbook: Creating Brilliant Books Together takes place on Friday, 6 November 2026 at 14:00.
Where is Properbook: Creating Brilliant Books Together taking place?
Properbook: Creating Brilliant Books Together is held at Royal Irish Academy of Music in Dublin (36-38 Westland Row, Dublin 2, D02 WY89).
How much are tickets for Properbook: Creating Brilliant Books Together?
Tickets for Properbook: Creating Brilliant Books Together range from €17.07 to €22.42. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Is there anywhere to stay near Properbook: Creating Brilliant Books Together?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Royal Irish Academy of Music can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Properbook: Creating Brilliant Books Together?
Tickets for Properbook: Creating Brilliant Books Together 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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