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Nestled in the heart of Portland, Maine, Casco Bay Celtic Press is an independent publishing house dedicated to celebrating and amplifying the voices of Irish and Irish American authors. Our mission is to bring the rich tapestry of Celtic heritage to readers through compelling literature that reflects the vibrant culture, traditions, and stories of the Irish diaspora.

At Casco Bay Celtic Press, we pride ourselves on curating a diverse and engaging catalog that includes everything from contemporary novels and historical fiction to poetry and memoirs. Our carefully selected works not only honor the timeless traditions of Irish storytelling but also illuminate the unique experiences and perspectives of Irish Americans.

With a commitment to literary excellence and a passion for preserving and promoting Celtic culture, Casco Bay Celtic Press stands as a beacon for authors who explore the intersections of heritage, identity, and imagination. Join us on a journey through the pages of extraordinary stories that bridge past and present, and discover the depth and beauty of the Irish and Irish American literary tradition.

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This Month’s Featured Title

“Cois Fharraige & Spiddal – A History” by John J. Keady

Many of Maine’s Irish can trace their roots back to Western Galway. This book is an indispensable resource for those researching this region of County Galway in the Connacht province of Ireland. Cois Fharraige (By the Sea) is the North Galway Bay coastal area running west from around Barna to the Cloghmore South vicinity (south of Rosseveal). Keady, uses oral histories, newspaper articles, court reporting, parliamentary transcripts, and other source materials to paint a picture of life along North Galway Bay through the years. Whether you are a Folan, Flynn McDonough, O’Connor, Feeny, Tearney, Flaherty, Curran, Connolly, Walsh, Lydon, Martin, or Cook descendant, or you simply appreciate the well-researched insight into life in a special part of Western Galway; you’ll find this book of great value. It covers early landowners, churches, public health, public life, the Great Famine, the Spiddal Orphanage, the Spiddal Fishery, and the Spiddal Races, as well as a detailed history of several prominent families from the area.

2nd printing published in 2023 by Casco Bay Celtic Press.