Cork author wins at Children’s Books Ireland Awards

'The Rachel Incident' author Caroline O'Donoghue recognised for creativity at Children's Books Ireland Awards
Caroline O'Donoghue: 'The Rachel Incident' is currently being filmed in Cork city and UCC. 

Caroline O'Donoghue: 'The Rachel Incident' is currently being filmed in Cork city and UCC. 

Sun, 24 May, 2026 - 17:30
John O'Shea

A Cork writer has been recognised for her creativity after winning an award at the KPMG Children’s Books Ireland Awards.

Caroline O’Donoghue, who released the novel The Rachel Incident in 2023 and hosts the Sentimental Garbage podcast, was announced as winner of the judges’ special award at the ceremony for her 2025 book Skipshock.

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