Gods Don’t Cry

A bold and brilliant collection of ancient stories that challenge the modern notion of what it means to be a hero. The ancient gods of Ireland were once worshipped throughout the land. Powerful and brave,they were unafraid to show their vulnerabilityreject violenceor lean on others for support. Sadlytheir stories—passed down by our ancestors—are all but forgotten. Gods Don’t Cry reawakens these godswhose ancient tales redefine modern ideas of what it means to be a hero. From Mannanánwho uses his neurodiversity to discover the Otherworldto Méichewho finds the courage to accept his illnessFer Maissea monster slayer who gives up glory to become a healerand Cnú Deróilwho overcomes bullies with his musical talent. Hurlers and warriorsacademicsand activists—these are gods of many abilitiessizesand skin shadesfrom every corner of Ireland. Follow their adventures as they perform magicbattle demonsovercome struggles and find the courage to be true to themselves. You might even see yourself in their stories and discoverthat you tooare a hero.