Books by James Kavanagh

James Kavanagh is an Irish author and broadcaster celebrated for his sharp wit and authentic voice. Blending humour with heartfelt observation, his writing captures the quirks of modern life and the warmth of everyday connections. Readers are drawn to his candid reflections and the way he transforms ordinary moments into stories that linger long after the final page.

Whether exploring personal growth, social media culture or the joy of good food shared among friends, Kavanagh's work brims with personality and charm. His distinctive tone, both playful and sincere, has earned him a loyal following across print and digital platforms, marking him as one of Ireland's most engaging contemporary voices.

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  • Japan Birds: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar

    Waterford Press Ltd Japan Birds: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisJapan’s diverse habitats — ranging from alpine tundra and dense forests to subtropical islands — support a rich avifauna of more than 610 species including 13 endemics (found nowhere else) and five breeding endemics (which breed only in Japan). The area is a magnet for migratory birds, which account for 60% of the species found in Japan. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species and includes a map featuring prominent bird-viewing areas. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information for anyone interested in Asia birds, and is ideal for field use by Japan’s residents and visitors. Made in the USA.

    10 in stock

    £8.21

  • South Africa Birds: A Folding Pocket Guide to

    Waterford Press Ltd South Africa Birds: A Folding Pocket Guide to

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisOne of the world's top birding hotspots, South Africa's diverse habitats harbor more than 950 species. This beautifully illustrated guide covers over 140 familiar and unique species found in South Africa, Lesotho, Swaziland, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, and southern Mozambique and includes a map of birding hotspots. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for field use by novices and experts alike.

    7 in stock

    £8.21

  • African Wildlife: A Folding Pocket Guide to

    Waterford Press Ltd African Wildlife: A Folding Pocket Guide to

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisEco-tourists, adventurers, and nature lovers will find African Wildlife to be the ideal pocket-sized, folding guide to refer to on safari. The familiar elephant is one of thousands of species of animals inhabiting the diverse ecosystems found throughout region. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and includes a map of the country's vegetation zones. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for field on safari. Made in the USA.

    3 in stock

    £9.36

  • France Birds: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar

    Waterford Press Ltd France Birds: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar

    2 in stock

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    2 in stock

    £7.49

  • Emergency First Aid: A Folding Pocket Guide to

    Waterford Press Ltd Emergency First Aid: A Folding Pocket Guide to

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisEmergency First Aid, 3rd Edition, is a reference guide on how to recognize and respond to common medical emergencies. It will allow the user to check for vital signs and assess the severity of medical emergencies and when to call for help, how to care for victims until medical help arrives, or what to do if a situation requires immediate response (e.g., choking, emergency childbirth). In an emergency, it will quickly and simply instruct you of what you can do to help.

    1 in stock

    £8.21

  • Idaho Day Hikes: A Folding Guide to Easy &

    Waterford Press Ltd Idaho Day Hikes: A Folding Guide to Easy &

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisSituated on the doorstep of the Pacific Northwest and on the western edge of the Rocky Mountain''s Continental Divide, Idaho has a lot to offer outdoor enthusiasts. Dramatic mountains, lush farmland, and storied whitewater rivers allow for endless exploration in a state that attracts over 20 million visitors each year. Oregon State Day Hikes is a comprehensive, laminated guide that is packed full of planning tips, maps, and what to expect at 20 family-friendly, wheelchair-accessible hiking trails. Can you bring your dog? Are there accessible facilities? What are the trail surfaces? Directions, parking access, and trail length are also included. Trails are within driving distance from cities and major communities. Made in the USA.

    2 in stock

    £5.69

  • Argentina Birds: A Folding Pocket Guide to

    Waterford Press Ltd Argentina Birds: A Folding Pocket Guide to

    1 in stock

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    1 in stock

    £8.21

  • Italy Birds: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar

    Waterford Press Ltd Italy Birds: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar

    1 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    1 in stock

    £8.21

  • Germany Birds: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar

    Waterford Press Ltd Germany Birds: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar

    1 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    1 in stock

    £8.21

  • The Currabinny Cookbook

    Penguin Books Ltd The Currabinny Cookbook

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisCookbook of the Year, Irish Book Awards 2018Cookbook of the Year, Listowel Food Fair 2018Irish Times Best Cookbooks 2018Top Cookbooks 2018, Sunday TimesBest Books of 2018, Sunday IndependentBooks of the Year 2018, Irish Independent'The book exudes a love of food ... there are lots of good things to explore inside' Darina Allen, Irish Examiner In five years selling at farmers' markets and hosting dining events and pop-ups, James Kavanagh and William Murray's food business, Currabinny, has grown a huge fan-base. James and William celebrate traditional ingredients (butter, cream, sea-salt and the best of fresh and local produce), give them a modern twist, and always produce indulgent delicious dishes.The Currabinny Cookbook includes their favourite recipes. From breakfast ideas (Macroom Oatmeal with Saturn Peaches, Pomegranate & Raw Honey) to sumptuous suppers (Rustic Rye Galette with Leeks, Fennel and Goats Cheese; Slow Roasted Salmon with Blood Orange, Lemon, Fennel & Dill; Ham in Juniper & Apple Juice with Mustard Parsnip Mash and Buttered Cabbage) and sweet treats (Apple, Rosemary & Buttermilk Cake; Fresh Blueberry Pie with Lemon Curd Cream) this book is a one-stop bible of delicious, comforting and irresistible recipes.'Has set the foodie world on fire ... it's easy to see why. Easy to make but jam-packed with flavour. We're obsessed' WellFest blog'A handsome collection of recipes using traditional, seasonal ingredients, given a contemporary slant' Irish Times'A lovely book of recipes' Sunday Times'The book is a beauty to behold, packed with the best of Irish seasonal products in recipes given a novel and contemporary touch' Irish Examiner'It's a blast to come across this sweet book of delicious home cooking' Cookbooks of 2018, John & Sally McKenna, McKennas' Guides'Their enthusiasm and irreverence leaps from the pages just as much as their flair in the kitchen ... the book is beautiful with delicate illustrations and tempting photographs' Sunday Independent'A delicious fusion of traditional and modern food' Irish Country Magazine'The pair have a serious love for food ... accessible for cooks of all levels and the images are absolutely gorgeous' Food & Wine Magazine'They've thought of everything when it comes to the cookbook, beautiful images [and] good food' Image Magazine'The prettiest Irish cookbook this autumn' Irish Independent'Brilliant recipes ... really lovely ... I'm definitely going to be making a lot of stuff out of it' Roisin Ingle, Irish Times'Delicious dishes and gorgeous recipes' Stellar'A gorgeous contemporary cookbook - full of traditional recipes with a twist' Irish Examiner'A complete winner!' Her.ie'The bookshelves are heaving with culinary content but one stood out from the crowd ... The Currabinny Cookbook' Irish Farmers Journal, books of the yearTrade ReviewA handsome, well-structured collection of recipes using traditional, seasonal ingredients, given a contemporary slant * Irish Times Magazine *The prettiest Irish cookbook this autumn * Irish Independent Magazine *A gorgeous contemporary cookbook - full of traditional recipes with a twist * Irish Examiner *They've thought of everything when it comes to the cookbook, beautiful images [and] good food * Image Magazine *Delicious dishes and gorgeous recipes * Stellar *The book exudes a love of food ... There are lots of good things to explore inside the covers of the Currabinny Cookbook (I love the graphics too) -- Darina Allen * Irish Examiner *If you open up any page ... it looks delicious but also very easy * Eoghan McDermott *Traditional dishes with a modern twist ... I could eat their flourless dark chocolate and sea salt cake every day * Sunday Times *This book has everything required for a filling Christmas * Irish Independent *A contemporary twist on tradition with a unique cross-generational appeal * Irish Independent, Books of the Year *Their enthusiasm and irreverence leaps from the pages just as much as their flair in the kitchen ... the book is beautiful with delicate illustrations and tempting photographs -- Best Books of 2018 * Sunday Independent *The book is a beauty to behold, packed with the best of Irish seasonal products in recipes given a novel and contemporary touch * Irish Examiner *

    1 in stock

    £17.00

  • Waterford Press Ltd Dragonflies & Damselflies: A Folding Pocket Guide

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisDragonflies and damselflies are large-winged insects that are usually found in the vicinity of water. Impressive fliers -- they can fly forward, backward, glide and hover -- they feed on insects they capture on their wing. Despite their large size and prominent jaws, they are harmless to humans and do not bite. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 70 familiar and unique species and includes information on their life cycle and features illustrations of common caterpillars and pupae. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for field use by naturalists of all ages. Made in the USA.

    Out of stock

    £999.99

  • The Moon: A Folding Pocket Guide to the Moon, Its

    Waterford Press Ltd The Moon: A Folding Pocket Guide to the Moon, Its

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe brightest and largest object in the night sky, the Moon is about 1/4 the diameter of Earth and is approximately 240,000 miles (385,000 km) distant. This folding pocket guide provides simplified reference to the Moon and its surface features, its phases (and how these affect gravitation on Earth), eclipses, myths and viewing hints. Detailed maps of the Moon highlight prominent craters, mountains ranges, seas, highlands and manned moon landing sites. Laminated for durability, this indispensable pocket reference is ideal for astronomers of all ages. Made in the USA.Trade Review[August 2017] One of my favorite things to do on clear dark nights when I’m far away from city lights is to gaze at the night sky and imagine worlds far away. Spotting planets, looking for constellations and viewing the Milky Way top my list of things I enjoy best about the darkest skies. Of course, if a UFO happens to make its way across the sky I’m never disappointed. Lots of people use their phones to guide them of where to look but that causes you to have to readjust your eyes to the inky night. Instead I’ve found two laminated, pocket guides that are perfect for spotting your favorite things, except UFOs of course. Helpful Guides For Viewing The Night Sky The Night Sky: A Folding Pocket Guide to the Moon, Stars, Planets & Celestial Events, includes seasonal GLOW-IN-THE-DARK charts to the stars and constellations and introduces the reader to the solar system, our moon, planets (visible with the naked eye), meteor showers and eclipses. This is a perfect guide for the upcoming solar eclipse. I love that it is glow in the dark so that I don’t have to turn on any lights. The Moon: A Folding Pocket Guide to the Moon, Its Surface Features, Phases & Eclipses is a simplified reference guide to the Moon and its surface features, its phases (and how these affect gravitation on Earth), eclipses, myths and viewing hints. Detailed maps of the Moon highlight prominent craters, mountains ranges, seas, highlands and even residuum from the manned Apollo moon landing sites in the 1970s. * Just Short of Crazy blog *

    1 in stock

    £8.21

  • The Night Sky: A Folding Pocket Guide to the

    Waterford Press Ltd The Night Sky: A Folding Pocket Guide to the

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis simplified guide to the night sky includes seasonal GLOW-IN-THE-DARK charts to the stars and constellations and introduces the reader to the solar system, our moon, planets (visible with the naked eye), meteor showers and eclipses. Simply shine a flashlight on the charts to illuminate them and then use your fingers to “walk” between major star groups. Laminated for durability, this indispensable pocket reference is ideal for astronomers of all ages. Made in the USA.Trade Review[August 2017] One of my favorite things to do on clear dark nights when I’m far away from city lights is to gaze at the night sky and imagine worlds far away. Spotting planets, looking for constellations and viewing the Milky Way top my list of things I enjoy best about the darkest skies. Of course, if a UFO happens to make its way across the sky I’m never disappointed. Lots of people use their phones to guide them of where to look but that causes you to have to readjust your eyes to the inky night. Instead I’ve found two laminated, pocket guides that are perfect for spotting your favorite things, except UFOs of course. Helpful Guides For Viewing The Night Sky The Night Sky: A Folding Pocket Guide to the Moon, Stars, Planets & Celestial Events, includes seasonal GLOW-IN-THE-DARK charts to the stars and constellations and introduces the reader to the solar system, our moon, planets (visible with the naked eye), meteor showers and eclipses. This is a perfect guide for the upcoming solar eclipse. I love that it is glow in the dark so that I don’t have to turn on any lights. The Moon: A Folding Pocket Guide to the Moon, Its Surface Features, Phases & Eclipses is a simplified reference guide to the Moon and its surface features, its phases (and how these affect gravitation on Earth), eclipses, myths and viewing hints. Detailed maps of the Moon highlight prominent craters, mountains ranges, seas, highlands and even residuum from the manned Apollo moon landing sites in the 1970s. * Just Short of Crazy Blog *

    1 in stock

    £8.21

  • Ireland Birds: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar

    Waterford Press Ltd Ireland Birds: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisIreland''s diverse habitats ranging from forests and farmlands to peat bogs and coastlines is home to about 450 species of resident and migratory birds. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species and includes a map featuring prominent bird-viewing areas. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information for anyone interested in birds, and is ideal for field use by residents and visitors alike. Made in the USA.www.waterfordpress.com

    1 in stock

    £8.21

  • Waterford Press Ltd Wilderness Survival: A Folding Pocket Guide on

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisWilderness Survival is your survival tool for staying alive if you are ever lost or immobilized in the wilderness. Included is essential information on basic first aid, including up-to-date steps for performing CPR. This guide also provides information on building a shelter, signaling for help, foraging for food and water ? including recognizing edible plants ? making a fire, avoiding outdoor hazards like animal encounters and dangerous weather, and navigating through the wilderness. Portable and lightweight, this valuable pocket guide is an important source of information for outdoor professionals and recreationists, and anyone active in a wilderness setting. Made in the USA.

    Out of stock

    £999.99

  • North Carolina Day Hikes: A Folding Guide to Easy

    Waterford Press Ltd North Carolina Day Hikes: A Folding Guide to Easy

    1 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    1 in stock

    £5.69

  • New Jersey Shorebirds: A Waterproof Folding Guide

    Waterford Press Ltd New Jersey Shorebirds: A Waterproof Folding Guide

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisShorebirds and seabirds found on the east coast are truly world globetrotters with migration routes that span oceans and continents. New Jersey Shorebirds is the ideal reference guide for the seasonal visitor or resident to identify commonly seen birds along the coast of eastern North America. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar species and a map featuring prominent coastal birding hotspots. Printed on waterproof paper for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for field use by birders of all ages. Made in the USA.

    1 in stock

    £5.99

  • Spain Birds: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar

    Waterford Press Ltd Spain Birds: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar

    1 in stock

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    1 in stock

    £8.21

  • Everglades Birds: A Folding Pocket Guide to

    Waterford Press Ltd Everglades Birds: A Folding Pocket Guide to

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisLocated on the Atlantic and Mississippi Flyways, the Everglades diverse habitats are home to over 365 species of permanent or migratory species of birds. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species found in the region. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for field use by visitors and residents alike. Made in the USA.

    1 in stock

    £7.61

  • Animal Tracks: A Folding Pocket Guide to the

    Waterford Press Ltd Animal Tracks: A Folding Pocket Guide to the

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisAnimal Tracks provides a simplified field reference to the tracks signs and scat of over 65 familiar North American species. Updated with a new cover design, it also features a ruler for measuring the tracks. This beautifully illustrated guide is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for field use by visitors and residents alike. Made in the USA.

    3 in stock

    £8.16

  • Edible Wild Plants

    Waterford Press Edible Wild Plants

    4 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    4 in stock

    £8.13

  • Trees: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar North

    Waterford Press Ltd Trees: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar North

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe quality of our environment - the air, soil and water - depends greatly on trees. In this beautifully detailed guide, with full color illustrations, over 140 familiar North American species are highlighted and helpfully organized by family. Trees is the essential reference guide for nature lovers of all experience levels. This convenient laminated guide is an ideal, portable source of practical information and ideal for field use. Made in the USA.

    2 in stock

    £8.17

  • Mushrooms: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar

    Waterford Press Ltd Mushrooms: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisWhen foraging for wild mushrooms, it is critical to be able to positively identify edible and poisonous species. Mushrooms is your guide to familiar, widespread North American species. This beautifully illustrated pocket guide highlights over 60 familiar edible species and 14 poisonous species and includes tips on identifying and harvesting wild mushrooms. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for field use by visitors and residents alike. Made in the USA.

    2 in stock

    £8.13

  • Medicinal Plants: A Folding Pocket Guide to

    Waterford Press Ltd Medicinal Plants: A Folding Pocket Guide to

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis guide describes how to use common wild plants to help treat injuries and help alleviate internal discomforts. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 80 familiar species of medicinally relevant, widespread trees, shrubs and wildflowers. The plants are sorted into categories of the injuries/ailments they can help to alleviate and also identifies the most commonly encountered noxious plants. Laminated for durability, this one ounce pocket guide provides simplified, essential information for hikers and campers of all ages on how to treat common backcountry maladies with wild plants. Made in the USA.

    1 in stock

    £8.15

  • Foraging for Wild Edible Foods

    Waterford Press Foraging for Wild Edible Foods

    1 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    1 in stock

    £8.16

  • Book Publishing House Memories for My Grandchildren

    Out of stock

    Out of stock

    £12.66

  • Book Publishing House Memories for My Grandchildren

    Out of stock

    Out of stock

    £17.19

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