New Releases by Irene Kelly

A stunningly illustrated introduction to our planet's many frog species! Frogs, frogs, and more frogs! This exciting survey of the world's frog species will introduce children to varieties as diverse as the golden poison frog (the planet's most toxic animal), the Amau frog (so tiny it's no bigger than a housefly), and the Chinese gliding frog (which can "fly" up to 17 feet)! Their different hunting techniques, preferred foods, body types, and methods of defense are covered, as are the universal basics of the frog life cycle. Colorful, scientifically accurate illustration is paired with a distinguished nonfiction writer's plain, energetic text in this excellent introduction to the diversity and fundamentals of frogs. Back matter includes information on frog disappearances and conservation efforts. A Cybils Awards Finalist in the Elementary Nonfiction category!

What happens when two friends become entwined in someone else's problem ? When you believe in something so strongly and have faith in the sanctuary given, only for your very belief to be put to the test...... Where do you turn ? Who do you turn to ? AND ..... Who can you trust ?

Sins of the Mother is a powerful and inspiring story of a family whose love was tested but never broken, who finally found the strength to heal the past. Irene Kelly was brought up in poverty and abused by her mammy from an early age. But home life was still better than the time she spent in one of Dublin's industrial orphanages. In that harsh regime she was beaten and sexually assaulted. Set to work in the nursery, she saw the nuns treat the babies with horrifying cruelty. As an adult those experiences haunted Irene. When she fell in love with Matt, who was fighting his own demons, they moved to England for a new start. They wanted their daughter Jennifer to have a better life, but in trying to protect her by hiding their past they only succeeded in pushing her away. Until, one day, Irene had a phone call from Ireland that changed everything . . . 'An epic and stirring story which shows that it is possible to overcome the worst start in life.' Sunday Mirror

Nature lovers will be fascinated by how animals solve the problem of locating safe places in which to live and raise families.

Irene Kelly remembers her happy childhood and teenage years in Birkenhead.

An introduction to the many different types of nests that birds build.

What is a butterfly's life? It's full of twists and turns as butterfly glide on air currents. It's full of dips and dives as they show off for their mates. There are more than 17,000 kinds of butterflies in the world. Some of them will only live for a few days. Others will migrate thousands of miles to winterin a warmer climate. Still others will hibernate through the cold months. For all butterflies, life begins with etamorphosis. In one of nature's most amazing feats, caterpillars become creatures of beauty and grace.Filled with winsome illustrations and a delightful design that looks like an artist's sketchbook, this is an inspiring companion to "It's a Hummingbird's Life".

From 1889-1897 a small dog captured the public's imagination - Owney, a stray who wandered into an Albany, NY Post Office. Owney became a world traveller, at first accompanying mailbags around the United States and then setting sail around the globe. His travels were followed by newspapers in many countries. His irresistible spirit won hearts wherever he went. In fictional letters, newspaper accounts, and lively watercolour paintings, Irene Kelly tells the colourful story of an irresistible celebrity.

An intimate view of the busy, fascinating world of these birds.

Flo is a daredevil salmon while her brother Ebbie is a more cautious fish, but during their journey down river to the sea, they come to appreciate the differences in their personalities.