Finding Joy

Words to capture the beauty of ordinary life | THE NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER | Shortlisted for Lifestyle Book of the Year Irish Book Awards 2026

Dearbhla Mescal author Steve Doogan illustrator

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Bonnier Books Ltd

Published:19th Feb '26

Should be back in stock very soon

Finding Joy cover

THE INSTANT NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER AND PERFECT GIFT FOR ANY OCCASION

'Sincere and full of light - these poems will offer comfort and calm' - SARAH CROSSAN

'A beautiful and uplifting book to shift the focus onto the simple yet profound things that really matter - and which bring a deep and timeless joy' - SANTA MONTEFIORE

A poetry lover, a curator of joy and a wise woman with a deep sense of compassion, Dearbhla Mescal has inspired thousands online to slow down, savour the small moments and rediscover the beauty in everyday life.

Now, in her first book, she invites you to join her on a journey of reflection and renewal through a tender and uplifting collection of poems and heartfelt musings.

"This little book is a culmination of my curated joys throughout the past few years. It contains my rambling thoughts on life's issues that have popped up along the way. I truly hope it gives you a pathway to beginning your own 28 days of finding joy."


Whether you're seeking comfort in difficult times, a spark of inspiration or simply a gentle pause in the rush of modern living, this book offers a literary hug for the soul. With words that soothe and encourage, Dearbhla reminds us that joy isn't found in grand gestures, it's woven into the quiet, ordinary moments we often overlook.

'A celebration of the quiet, tender moments that make up our lives ... where the practice of being present becomes a revolutionary act of self-love' - LANG LEAV

Illustrated by Steve Doogan.

'Her words are so meaningful and deep and they will speak ... on a profound level. It's about finding the joy in tiny little things' -- Davina McCall
'Sincere and full of light - these poems will offer comfort and calm' -- Sarah Crossan
'A beautiful and uplifting book to shift the focus onto the simple yet profound things that really matter - and which bring a deep and timeless joy' -- Santa Montefiore
'A celebration of the quiet, tender moments that make up our lives ... where the practice of being present becomes a revolutionary act of self-love' -- Lang Leav
'Wise and uplifting poems to savour ... Poetry inspired by the ordinary, that holds at its centre a natural wisdom' * Irish Independent *

ISBN: 9781804442876

Dimensions: 208mm x 136mm x 15mm

Weight: 208g

144 pages