NEW BOOK:
The Poet and The Wondersmith
By Joseph Cavanaugh
An Introduction
In the rich tradition of tales of Ireland's past, and part of a treasure chest of Irish myth is the tale of innocence and treachery in an adventure to the Underworld, to meet its evil monster King Balor, with his one death-ray eye. In this story, a young boy who is a musician and poet is joined by his father the Wonder-smith, a multi-talented engineer and architect, in an exciting visit to the Underworld to do battle with its treacherous king.
About the Author
Joseph Cavanaugh is a writer, poet, and journalist who lives in Ormond Beach, FL. He authored his first book, A Brief History of the Cavanaugh Family in 1972 and since then has published four poetry books: Poetry Jam with Toast and Tea, California Dreamin, Love Happens: A Target on My Chest, and Transcendental Targets. He is now proud to release his newest work and first children's book, The Poet and The Wondersmith, which celebrates his Irish Heritage.
About the Illustrator
Shelly Mooney is an artist, historian and writer from the sunny south-east of Ireland in County Wexford who spent her childhood surrounded by the rich history, as well as the myths and magic of Ireland’s wild and ancient landscape. She developed a passion for exploring the Irish countryside through camping trips with her family which brought her from one side of the country to the other. An ever-growing love for the works of Tolkien, and her understanding of how closely intertwined Ireland’s history and archaeology are with its myths, helped to further fuel her fascination with mythology.
