O'Donnell lauded at Irish BA conference

Written By: Lisa Campbell Publication Date: Mon, 21/02/2011 - 15:40 Gina ODonnell of Dublin independent Hodges Figgis has been honoured with The OBrien Press Bookseller of The Year Award in Ireland after an overwhelming number of votes. ODonnell, who has worked there for more than 30 years and currently manages the store, was presented with the bronze sculpture trophy at the annual Irish Booksellers Association conference in Dublin on Saturday [19th February]. read more Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2011-02-21 00:00:00 UTC ]

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