Mischief, Mayhem & Milly McCarthy

Leona Forde is a teacher from Bandon, County Cork, whose Milly McCarthy series (illustrated by Karen Harte) has become a favourite with young Irish readers. This bestselling series has received widespread praise, including from The Irish Examiner who called it a must for Wimpy Kid fans and from Aisling’s Sarah Breen who hailed Milly a delightful new heroine for kids. The 2026 World Book Day title, Milly McCarthy and the St Patrick’s Day Pandemonium, was a number 1 bestseller.

Leona joins us at Cashel Arts Festival for what promises to be a wonderful and inspiring talk for young readers and book lovers alike.