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Zainab Boladale @zainabboladale.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

The story behind my two books and why representation for young girls in Ireland matters to me! #author

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The O’Brien Press @theobrienpress.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

"a compelling teen novel which deals with important issues like internet safety in an honest way" www.independent.ie/entertainmen... @zainabboladale.bsky.social

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The O’Brien Press @theobrienpress.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Fabulous to see @zainabboladale.bsky.social's YA book 'Looking for Aurora' be reviewed by youngsters this morning on @rteradio1.bsky.social - an important story on the age of social media.

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Zainab Boladale @zainabboladale.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Gutenberg Publisher has officially announced the upcoming Belarusian edition of Braids Take A Day.✨ An actual translated copy of my book?! It feels completely surreal. Read the Nasha Niva feature here: nashaniva.com/en/396071

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A book for teenagers by Nigerian-Irish writer translated into Belarusian

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The O’Brien Press @theobrienpress.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

‘a light, quick read that nevertheless touches on some important topics and as with Boladale's first book, there's an awareness of how beneficial it can be to have black role models in these spaces’ www.irishtimes.com/culture/book... @zainabboladale.bsky.social

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Zainab Boladale @zainabboladale.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

It’s publication day for my new book LOOKING FOR AURORA! Read more about it here. 👇🏾✨

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The O’Brien Press @theobrienpress.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Coming soon, from the author of ‘Braids Take a Day.’ @zainabboladale.bsky.social

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The O’Brien Press @theobrienpress.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Fabulous morning celebrating the Great Reads Award with our shortlisted authors @kmoranwrites.bsky.social and @zainabboladale.bsky.social 🎉 Congratulations to all winners and to Kevin for being the runner-up in the junior category!

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Zainab Boladale @zainabboladale.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Spring is in the air and new books are on the way! 🌸 I’m still pinching myself that Looking for Aurora officially hits shelves in just ONE MONTH! Heart is very full!! ✨💕✨🙌🏾

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Zainab Boladale @zainabboladale.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

Aurora Kutti’s life seems perfect: she’s a beauty and fashion icon for her many followers. But below the surface it’s a different story…. More here: www.ennisbookshop.ie/p/zainab-bol...

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Zainab Boladale @zainabboladale.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Discussing my new book ‘Looking for Aurora’. Now available for pre-order, check link in bio to find out more! 🤗✨ #Author #writer #newbook #lookingforaurora #yabook

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Zainab Boladale @zainabboladale.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

POV: you're Aurora Kutti and your life is a LOT 😅 Swipe to meet the Irish teen influencer everyone's going to be talking about in 2026. #LookingforAurora in bookshops & online this May. 🧡 #newbooks #yabooks #fiction #author

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Zainab Boladale @zainabboladale.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

NEW BOOK ALERT: Aurora Kutti's life seems perfect: she's a beauty and fashion icon for her many TikTok followers. But below the surface it’s a different story. All the freebies and product launches can’t stop her feeling empty. Pre-order here: www.ennisbookshop.ie/p/zainab-bol...

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Raven Books @ravenbooks.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

Many pre-releases in the post! From @puffinbooksuk.bsky.social: @janicehallett.bsky.social Death at the Museum From Penguin: Lauryn Hamilton Murray, Tides of Fortune Laure Eve, Alecto Gray Will Hunt You Down From @bansheepress.bsky.social: Billy Ramsell, Render From @theobrienpress.bsky.social: >>

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Sinéad O'Hart @sineadohart.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

Some of the gorgeous #BookPost I've had recently! First up, this fab bundle from @theobrienpress.bsky.social - we adored learning about dancing bees, and I'm excited for new work from @zainabboladale.bsky.social and Conor Forrest. @irishkidsbooks.bsky.social

A copy of Mimi the Dancing Bee by Eoin O'Brien and Estrela Lourenço, Heroes of Light and Shadow by Conor Forrest, and Looking for Aurora by Zainab Boladale, all published by O'Brien Press

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Zainab Boladale @zainabboladale.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

Last week I announced my new title ✨Looking for Aurora✨ is coming out May 2026! 🤗 It feels surreal to look back at how far things have come. Finishing a second novel while working is a challenge but it is rewarding. I can’t wait for you all to dive into this next chapter with me. 🎊

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Zainab Boladale @zainabboladale.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

Aurora Kutti's life seems perfect: she's a beauty icon for her many followers. But below the surface it’s a different story. All the glamour is scripted, and she’s not even sure she knows who she is anymore…. www.ennisbookshop.ie/p/zainab-bol...

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Zainab Boladale @zainabboladale.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

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The O’Brien Press @theobrienpress.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Aurora’s life seems perfect: she's a beauty and fashion icon for her many followers. Below the surface it’s a different story. When her ‘momager’ pushes her towards yet more fame, she decides to make herself disappear. But can she find herself, or is she lost forever? @zainabboladale.bsky.social

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Bob Johnston @bobjohnstonbooks.bsky.social · 16/11/2025

Two more sessions at #TheWriteTimel in #Swords today. #SeanFarrelly talking to @zainabboladale.bsky.social & #SeanFarrell about debut novels, & #BelindaMcKeon talking to #SeanFarrell & #LisaMcInerney on editing others' work (with lots of laughs along the way). Ready to start a new week of writing...

Photo of Sean Farrelly, Zainab Boladale & Sean Farrell.

Photo of Sean Farrell, Lisa McInerney & Belinda McKeon (who is talking). Lisa is giggling.

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Zainab Boladale @zainabboladale.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

On creating my first short film back in 2023!

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The O’Brien Press @theobrienpress.bsky.social · 30/07/2025

Just a few weeks ago, authors @zainabboladale.bsky.social and @kmoranwrites.bsky.social attended West Cork Literary Festival and had a great time chatting about their titles ‘Braids Take a Day’ and ‘The Doomsday Club.’

Author Kevin Moran on stage with a projector screen

Author Zainab Boladale holding book in a bookstore

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Kirsten Barrett @mrskirstbarrett.bsky.social · 12/07/2025

What a fabulous conversation today @wcorklitfest.bsky.social Loved hearing from @zainabboladale.bsky.social - representation in books is a matter close to my heart. I saw first hand when teaching how important it is to be seen in books. Books inspire and can help you feel like you belong.

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West Cork Literary Festival @wcorklitfest.bsky.social · 12/07/2025

3pm today: Braids Take A Day is the incredible debut YA novel from journalist and Nationwide presenter @zainabboladale.bsky.social. Zainab will be chatting to fellow author @jennymitchellgo.bsky.social in St Brendan's Hall. Free Event, All Welcome (ages 13+) www.westcorkmusic.ie/events/2025/...

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The O’Brien Press @theobrienpress.bsky.social · 04/07/2025

Meet @zainabboladale.bsky.social and @kmoranwrites.bsky.social this July during West Cork Literary Festival and learn more about the stories each has created. www.westcorkmusic.ie/literary-fes...

White and neon pink checkered background with photos of authors Zainab Boladale and Kevin Moran with their book covers and white lettering.

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Stephen Dilley @stephenjdilley.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

108. Braids Take a Day by @zainabboladale.bsky.social Engaging YA coming-of-age story which offers an interesting exploration of hair and cultural identity.

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Kirsten Barrett @mrskirstbarrett.bsky.social · 01/06/2025

I impulsively bought Braids take a day as @zainabboladale.bsky.social is attending the @wcorklitfest.bsky.social This is easily one of my top reads this year. The Irish Leaving cert setting with themes of belonging and growing up.

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Zainab Boladale @zainabboladale.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

My lady and I went to go see #SINNERS. It was a 10/10… no notes! I love that we’re having a vampire renaissance in TV & Cinema but I think what made this stand out was the intentionality of the story telling & the historical elements it draws from… oh & the music. FABULOUS !

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Zainab Boladale @zainabboladale.bsky.social · 15/03/2025

Happy St.Patrick’s Weekend ☘️✨

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Zainab Boladale @zainabboladale.bsky.social · 01/03/2025

A little tea, a lot of class 💖☕

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The O’Brien Press @theobrienpress.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

We are delighted that ‘What is a Peachick?’ by @erikamcgann.bsky.social, illustrated by @clivemcf.bsky.social, and ‘Braids Take a Day’ by @zainabboladale.bsky.social, have been chosen as part of the first curated ’Recommended Irish Reads’ in the new Eason x @childrensbooksireland.ie partnership.

Pictured: author Erika McGann and illustrator Clive McFarland with display of books at Eason O’Connell St.

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The O’Brien Press @theobrienpress.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

“A much-needed book, this is a must-have on every school library shelf.” A great recommend of ‘Braids Take a Day’ by @zainabboladale.bsky.social

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Sarah Webb @sarahwebbwriter.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

Great to see children's writers Shane Hegarty and @zainabboladale.bsky.social featuring at the Ennis Book Club Festival this year. They will be talking to young readers about their books and their creative lives. Do book in - both are terrific speakers! ennisbookclubfestival.com/events-2025/

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Events 2025 - Ennis Book Club Festival

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