{"title":"Noni Stapleton","description":"\u003cp\u003eNoni Stapleton’s work offers a vivid exploration of Irish life through a unique blend of humour and heartfelt storytelling. With titles like \u003cem\u003eThe Wheelchair on My Face\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Humours of Bandon\u003c\/em\u003e, her writing captures the rich tapestry of community, identity, and the everyday moments that shape us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRooted in arts and culture, Stapleton’s books invite readers to discover the warmth and wit of Irish narratives, often interwoven with a deep sense of place and character. Her stories resonate with both tenderness and sharp observation, making her collection a compelling choice for those who appreciate evocative literary voices.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-wheelchair-on-my-face-charolais-the-humours-of-bandon-by-sonya-kelly-9781350041486","title":"The Wheelchair on My Face; Charolais; The Humours of Bandon","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hilarious volume brings together three funny, vibrant and theatrical monologue plays for female performers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Wheelchair on My Face\u003c\/em\u003e by Sonya Kelly\u003cbr\u003eSonya tells her story about growing up with poor vision that went undiagnosed until she was seven years old. Combining memoir, theatre and stand-up comedy, this delightful story of a myopic child shows us how we can better the world even if we cannot see the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCharolais\u003c\/em\u003e by Noni Stapleton\u003cbr\u003eA dark comedy of love, longing and an intense rivalry with a Charolais cow. Siobhán is forced to share the affections of her farmer boyfriend with his beloved, prize-winning French heifer. Overcome with desire, Siobhán develops a homicidal jealousy for this cow, while feeling equally murderous towards her snobbish, soon-to-be mother-in-law.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Humours of Bandon\u003c\/em\u003e by Margaret McAuliffe\u003cbr\u003eNobody knows where their five-year-old will take that first after-school activity. To the surprise of her mother, Annie takes it all the way to the top – of the Irish Open Dancing Championships. Armed with optimism, drive and passion, Annie’s about to learn that life doesn’t always go according to plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped as part of Show in a Bag, an artist development initiative of Dublin Fringe Festival; Fishamble: The New Play Company; and Irish Theatre Institute to resource theatre makers and actors. The plays were then produced by Fishamble, touring throughout Ireland, the UK, USA and Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47600679223532,"sku":"9781350041486","price":60.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/351f96a7c4acc159c84c2cc1cd2a931a.jpg?v=1778019853"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/noni-stapleton.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}