Siobhán Parkinson
Siobhán Parkinson is a novelist and one of Ireland's best-known writers for children. Some of her recent titles include Something Invisible for readers of about 10+ (Bisto Honour Book; IBBY Honour book); The Henny Penny Tree, a fairy tale for younger readers; and, Dialann Sár-Rúnda Amy Ní Chonchúir, for girls of about 11-13. In addition to her translation work from German, Siobhán Parkinson teaches creative writing and is an editor. She lives in Dublin.