Claire Keegan’s Small Things Like These, winner of the Orwell Prize for Political Fiction, is now available as an Audiobook in a Card.
It is 1985, in an Irish town. During the weeks leading up to Christmas, Bill Furlong, a coal and timber merchant, faces into his busiest season. As he does the rounds, he feels the past rising up to meet him — and encounters the complicit silences of a people controlled by the Church.
Quietly profound and deeply humane, Small Things Like These Keegan captures the weight of silence and the cost of compassion in a community shaped by fear and faith. Short but powerful, it’s a story that stays with you long after it ends.
Narrated by actor Aiden Kelly, this full-length audiobook (2 hours) is the perfect gift for fans of powerful contemporary fiction.
As an Audiobook in a Card, Small Things Like These is ideal for anyone searching for a meaningful literary gift or a distinctive present for fiction lovers. Its combination of elegant design and simple audiobook access makes it a considerate choice for sharing a story that resonates or sending a small gesture of care. Readers drawn to Irish fiction and reflective, character-driven writing will find the format especially appealing, offering an intimate way to experience Claire Keegan’s acclaimed work.
Each card includes space for a handwritten message and comes with a plain kraft envelope, ready to send or give in person. Inside, a QR code unlocks the complete audiobook with simple instructions for instant listening.
A thoughtful and original gift for readers and audiobook lovers, perfect for Christmas, birthdays, or anyone drawn to beautifully written, reflective fiction.
Perfect for:
• Gifts for readers who love powerful, character-driven contemporary fiction
• Stocking fillers for adults and older teens
• Modern, meaningful bookish gifts
• Secret Santa gifts under £20
• Literary treats for readers, writers and book club members
• Thoughtful gifts for teachers
