Gods Dont Cry

(Hardback)

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Forgotten stories from ancient Irish myth brought to life for nine to twelve-year olds
Many Irish boys feel trapped in an outdated idea of masculinity, that values physical skill and toughness. And where there is no way to show vulnerability without looking weak. They feel as though they cant talk about their problems, and they certainly dont cry!
But today, boys desire and deserve a fuller expression of their qualities. Physical strength and sporting skill can still be celebrated, but so too can the strength to be gentle, to ask for help and to look within.

Gods Dont Cry offers unsung stories of Irish gods whose ancient tales help to redefine heroism and offer a positive vision of masculinity, that supports gender equality.

From a powerful god with dwarfism who overcomes bullies with his musical talent, to a sea god who uses his neurodiversity to discover the Otherworld. These are hurlers and warriors, academics and healers of many different abilities, shapes and skin shades. And their forgotten stories challenge modern notions of what it means to be a hero.

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PRAISE FOR GIRLS WHO SLAY MONSTERS

A richly illustrated book detailing the daring tales of Irelands forgotten goddesses sumptuously produced, with bold, super-clear design The author manages to make divine female characters from Irelands past relevant to young women today. Manchn Magan

Beautifully written but highly accessible and relatable. A classic in the making Sarah Webb, Irish Independent

A great book.Eoin Colfer

A book that will stand the test of time. Marita Conlon McKenna

A gorgeous treasure trove. Deirdre OSullivan

Author Bio

Ellen Ryan is a UCD masters graduate, trained in journalism, with a ten-year youth-comms career based in the UK and Ireland. She is a features contributor to the Irish Independent and other publications. She has a passion for Irish myth and loves to visit archaeological sites (though she always brings a raincoat). Along with her husband and daughter, Ellen is lucky to live by the sea in Irelands County Wicklow, where she can keep an eye out for sea gods.