


A Dublin Fairytale
Author: Nicola Colton
Genres: Children’s
Once upon a time there was a little girl called Fiona who lived in Dublin. But Dublin is full of colourful characters and creatures from the fairytale realm.
Often not seen or heard, they reside in some of Dublin’s most famous locations and landmarks! Fiona’s on a journey to Granny’s house ....but who’s that following her through the streets of Dublin? Travel across the city with Fiona and her fantastic friends in this modern Dublin fairytale. With beautiful quirky illustrations by acclaimed illustrator Nicola Colton.
In this charming story, Fiona (dressed in her red coat) encounters snakes, trolls, a wolf and many other unusual inhabitants of the city - who knew Dublin was home to all these? Look closely at the illustrations and you will meet hosts of familiar characters in this lovely and unusual story.
- Parents In TouchWith its simple but quirky illustrations, this year’s treat for young Dubliners is, unquestionably, illustrator Nicola Colton’s first picture book, A Dublin Fairytale.
- Claire Hennessy, The Irish TimesA playful and colourful retelling of Little Red Riding Hood, Irish style. - Sarah Webb, Irish Independent
- Children's Books of the Year
Author: Nicola Colton
Genres: Children’s
Once upon a time there was a little girl called Fiona who lived in Dublin. But Dublin is full of colourful characters and creatures from the fairytale realm.
Often not seen or heard, they reside in some of Dublin’s most famous locations and landmarks! Fiona’s on a journey to Granny’s house ....but who’s that following her through the streets of Dublin? Travel across the city with Fiona and her fantastic friends in this modern Dublin fairytale. With beautiful quirky illustrations by acclaimed illustrator Nicola Colton.
In this charming story, Fiona (dressed in her red coat) encounters snakes, trolls, a wolf and many other unusual inhabitants of the city - who knew Dublin was home to all these? Look closely at the illustrations and you will meet hosts of familiar characters in this lovely and unusual story.
- Parents In TouchWith its simple but quirky illustrations, this year’s treat for young Dubliners is, unquestionably, illustrator Nicola Colton’s first picture book, A Dublin Fairytale.
- Claire Hennessy, The Irish TimesA playful and colourful retelling of Little Red Riding Hood, Irish style. - Sarah Webb, Irish Independent
- Children's Books of the Year
UK Publisher
O'Brien Press
Publication Date:
September 17th, 2015