Though it may only be a small emerald isle in the middle of the sea, Ireland’s heritage is very large indeed.  Its rich history of literature and lore has inspired imaginations for hundreds of years.  In A Pot o’ Gold, noted writer Kathleen Krull and beloved illustrator David McPhail bring this legacy to life.  Created for families, this anthology compiles classic and rare examples of Irish culture, including stories, poems, songs, recipes, and even a little blarney.  From legends of leprechauns and fairies to the classic poetry of Yeats and Joyce, the treasures herein invite children and parents, brothers and sisters—even grandparents and grandchildren—to share the wonders of Ireland.

We're all just a wee bit Irish, don't you think? Indeed, some 40 million Americans claim Irish ancestry, and many more than that line the streets each March in leprechaun hats, green beer in hand, declaring "Kiss me, I'm Irish!"

But what, exactly, does it mean to be Irish?

Consider The Little Green Book of Blarney your very own pot of gold, a treasure trove of facts and wisdom about the Emerald Isle, its people, and our collective Irish past. You'll explore Irish history, culture, and literature, as well as folklore and fun. And that's no blarney! A great book for St. Patrick's Day!

We're all just a wee bit Irish, don't you think? Indeed, some 40 million Americans claim Irish ancestry, and many more than that line the streets each March in leprechaun hats, green beer in hand, declaring "Kiss me, I'm Irish!"

But what, exactly, does it mean to be Irish?

Consider The Little Green Book of Blarney your very own pot of gold, a treasure trove of facts and wisdom about the Emerald Isle, its people, and our collective Irish past. You'll explore Irish history, culture, and literature, as well as folklore and fun. And that's no blarney! A great book for St. Patrick's Day!

Barney's zest for the humorous side of life continues with volume II which is dedicated to the comedians and entertainers that have made him laugh throughout his life. A collection of experiences and memories crafted into verse and illustrations, often humorous and always with that philosophical touch.

Barney's Ballads & Blarney, a humorous and satirical collection of life in verses and cartoons, opinionated, critical and thought provoking. A collection of Barney's memories and experiences crafted into verses and illustrations.

Spokes, Blokes and Blarney is the story of one woman's three months on a bicycle around Ireland in search of the Irish male.
There are many good reasons to travel to foreign lands. Broadening the mind, experiencing different cultures and all that. One reason that's perhaps not so good is 'because a fortune teller said I'd meet my perfect man over there'. But heck, who needs a good reason?
Spokes, Blokes and Blarney is what happens when a woman who'd ridden no further than to the shops for milk and who can't fix a puncture, decides to buy a bike, fly halfway round the world and cycle around a foreign country in a very large circle to do some first hand research on Irish men.
It's about dealing with seduction attempts by lads in Sligo, as well as with evil monks, bog ghosts, horny hillwalkers, and crazy, cat-killing, chain smoking old ladies who run hostels in the mountains.

Spokes, Blokes and Blarney is the story of one woman's three months on a bicycle around Ireland in search of the Irish male.
There are many good reasons to travel to foreign lands. Broadening the mind, experiencing different cultures and all that. One reason that's perhaps not so good is 'because a fortune teller said I'd meet my perfect man over there'. But heck, who needs a good reason?
Spokes, Blokes and Blarney is what happens when a woman who'd ridden no further than to the shops for milk and who can't fix a puncture, decides to buy a bike, fly halfway round the world and cycle around a foreign country in a very large circle to do some first hand research on Irish men.
It's about dealing with seduction attempts by lads in Sligo, as well as with evil monks, bog ghosts, horny hillwalkers, and crazy, cat-killing, chain smoking old ladies who run hostels in the mountains.

Rain Harper and her best friend since diapers, Josie Manning, are all set to enjoy their last girl’s only trip before Josie’s impending nuptials. Rain hopes to convince Josie she’s making a big mistake by marrying the most boring and anal man in Texas without revealing a horrible secret.
The two African-American women embark on their first trip outside of the United States on an escorted motor coach tour of Ireland. Little do they know Rain’s boss has landed them right smack in the middle of a terrorist plot and in the path of the CIA.
Sean Callahan, CIA Counter-terrorism analyst, is in Ireland trying to piece his life back together after a divorce from his actress wife. While visiting his paternal grandmother in Ireland, Sean is called back to work to do a little goodwill mission for the US government. Thwarting a terrorist uprising isn’t Sean’s area of expertise, considering he hadn’t been a field agent in over five years. Being African-American and Irish, Sean can’t resist when he discovers the target is a bus full of Americans.
Sean enlists the help of his Irish cousin, Tara, to act as his mark, and they pose as a couple. He’s confident he can enjoy the tour with a minimum of fuss. That is until he meets Rain Harper from Dallas, Texas.
Rain is observant by nature. The audio book narrator’s hobby is mystery writing, so she’s used to filling in the gaps. She quickly realizes Sean and his cousin aren’t what the couple claims to be and calls him on it. Sean can’t believe he’s been made so quickly and by a civilian no less.
Before the tour can get underway, a mature, suspicious gentleman joins the tour. Supposedly his companion is going to join the tour later. Sean’s field instincts tell him the terrorist has just joined the tour.
Sean’s boss tells him that Rain is the pigeon. She’s carrying a computer flash drive hidden in a book her employer gave her as a present for her trip to Ireland and she has no idea she’s carrying it. The plan is for the terrorists to somehow acquire the drive and pass along the instructions to the rebels of the Continuity Irish Republican Army (CIRA).
Which also makes Rain a target for the CIRA and that means trouble for Sean. The only way he can protect the free spirited woman is to join her on a pub-crawl with some of the women from the tour. Sean figures this will be easy, but Sean is so wrong. He’s the first to fall. Rain escorts him back to his hotel room and attempts to put him to bed, but is momentarily distracted by his good looks and his totally kissable lips.


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Rain Harper and her best friend since diapers, Josie Manning, are all set to enjoy their last girl’s only trip before Josie’s impending nuptials. Rain hopes to convince Josie she’s making a big mistake by marrying the most boring and anal man in Texas without revealing a horrible secret.
The two African-American women embark on their first trip outside of the United States on an escorted motor coach tour of Ireland. Little do they know Rain’s boss has landed them right smack in the middle of a terrorist plot and in the path of the CIA.
Sean Callahan, CIA Counter-terrorism analyst, is in Ireland trying to piece his life back together after a divorce from his actress wife. While visiting his paternal grandmother in Ireland, Sean is called back to work to do a little goodwill mission for the US government. Thwarting a terrorist uprising isn’t Sean’s area of expertise, considering he hadn’t been a field agent in over five years. Being African-American and Irish, Sean can’t resist when he discovers the target is a bus full of Americans.
Sean enlists the help of his Irish cousin, Tara, to act as his mark, and they pose as a couple. He’s confident he can enjoy the tour with a minimum of fuss. That is until he meets Rain Harper from Dallas, Texas.
Rain is observant by nature. The audio book narrator’s hobby is mystery writing, so she’s used to filling in the gaps. She quickly realizes Sean and his cousin aren’t what the couple claims to be and calls him on it. Sean can’t believe he’s been made so quickly and by a civilian no less.
Before the tour can get underway, a mature, suspicious gentleman joins the tour. Supposedly his companion is going to join the tour later. Sean’s field instincts tell him the terrorist has just joined the tour.
Sean’s boss tells him that Rain is the pigeon. She’s carrying a computer flash drive hidden in a book her employer gave her as a present for her trip to Ireland and she has no idea she’s carrying it. The plan is for the terrorists to somehow acquire the drive and pass along the instructions to the rebels of the Continuity Irish Republican Army (CIRA).
Which also makes Rain a target for the CIRA and that means trouble for Sean. The only way he can protect the free spirited woman is to join her on a pub-crawl with some of the women from the tour. Sean figures this will be easy, but Sean is so wrong. He’s the first to fall. Rain escorts him back to his hotel room and attempts to put him to bed, but is momentarily distracted by his good looks and his totally kissable lips.


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the true story of the Blarney Stone in County Cork Ireland, which, if kissed gives you the gift of the gab. Has photos

When Ula's druidess is kidnapped by the evil Balor, the Irish princess must leave her secret cottage to seek help. And who better to help her locate the druidess than the Irish Wolfhound who just happens to be owned by the handsome man who saves her virtue at a pub? Shay Devlin wants nothing to do with the beautiful Ula--especially not once he realizes she's out to steal his unruly dog, Bran--but there's no way he and his geise will allow him to turn her out into the snow, alone and unprotected. Too bad everything about the mysterious dog snatcher tempts him to break every rule of his sacred code. Though their love is forbidden--for prophecy says Ula will marry a man with black eyes and Shay's are blue--they battle the druid who wants not only Ula, but the kingdom she is destined to rule.

There are many good reasons to travel to foreign parts. Broadening the mind, experiencing different cultures and all that. One reason that’s perhaps not so good is 'because a fortune teller said I’d meet my perfect man over there'. But heck, who needs a good reason? Spokes, Blokes and Blarney is about what happens when a woman who’d ridden no further than to the shops for milk and who can’t fix a puncture, decides to buy a bike, fly half way round the world and cycle around a foreign country in a very large circle... to do some first-hand research on Irish men. It's about going in search of those charming Irish rogues with a twinkle in their eye and a 'to be sure' at the ready. It's about wicked times and loitering in Irish pubs with folk who say things like “it’s all arseways”. It’s about doggedly seeking out find the famous craic… even if it means spending every night in a different pub, nursing saddles sores and singing Whiskey in the Jar over a pint of Guinness with charming rogues. It’s also about the thoughts and musings that rise from the blackest depths of the psyche when you cycle alone for six to 11 hours most days. Thoughts which wander from masturbating sheep to nappy rash issues from rain-sodden cycling pants. It's about dealing with seduction attempts by lads in Sligo, as well as with evil monks, bog ghosts and crazy, cat-killing, chain smoking old ladies who run hostels in the mountains. Spokes, Blokes and Blarney is the story of one woman's three-month journey on a bicycle around Ireland in search of the Irish male.