Publisher Review

"This brave, kind novel in verse explores gender identity in an original way." -- Sarah Webb * Irish Independent * "There is much for every reader to enjoy in this celebration of the wonders of bookshops and family love." * The Echo * "What a tender jewel of a book ... The Lonely Book was a balm and a blessing." * Deirdre Sullivan, author of Savage Her Reply * "A beautifully immersive, magical and timely tale of family, gender identity - and the importance of a good book! I binged Meg Grehan's The Lonely Book in one sitting, it's the perfect warm and love-filled escape for bookworms of all ages, especially those who've always believed in the magic of bookstores." * Aislinn O'Loughlin, author of Big Bad Me * "By emphasizing the ways in which books and bookstores serve as safe spaces, the importance of open and honest communication in relationships, and the power of unconditional love, Grehan offers a wholesome and affirming story suffused with warmth and populated by a supportive and compassionate cast. " -- Publishers Weekly, Starred Review "I love this. I adore the language, the idea ... I'm definitely going to be recommending this one highly!" * Read and Reviewed * "Simply breathtaking." * Karla Bookish Life, 5 star review * "Grehan's writing style is lovely ... I also deeply enjoyed the magical element of the story and how it emphasized how meaningful and even life-changing the right book can be for a person." -- Queer Big Foot 'I absolutely loved this one. All of Meg Grehan's books for young readers feel like a warm hug. They are lovely and compassionate tales that aim to include and empower young readers. I loved the subtle magic of the bookshop and the main character's journey in supporting their sibling. Also love to see books in a two-mom household that mirror my future household. Will be recommending this one far and wide!' * NetGalley Reviewer, 5 star review * 'They say don't judge a book by it's cover, but I was immediately drawn in when I saw the cover of The Lonely Book on NetGalley! It is such a sweet cover and it immediately conveys how warm and cozy the story inside is. I was also excited to see another book by Meg Grehan! I read one of her YA books, Baby Teeth, at the beginning of the year, and I adored it.' * NetGalley Reviewer, 5 star review * Praise for The Deepest Breath "Powerful in its simplicity ... A fierce reminder of the need for books that show readers of all kinds of love, as well as being this kind of book itself." * The Irish Times * Praise for The Deepest Breath 'So utterly real ... Amazing to think it's only Grehan's second book.' * The Irish Independent * Praise for Baby Teeth "Grehan's verse novel skilfully charts uncertainty, temptation and the course of a strange, desperate love." * The Guardian * Praise for The Deepest Breath "Small in scope and big in heart and feeling, this novel is a tender portrait of gay early adolescence and a strong mother-daughter attachment." * Publishers Weekly * Praise for Baby Teeth "Grehan evocatively conjures Immy's tragic sense of isolation and hard-won self-acceptance." * Financial Times * Praise for Baby Teeth "Emotionally rich and gloriously queer." * Kirkus, starred review *