Emer Cleary

Emer Cleary has always had a passion for storytelling. From a young age, she wrote and illustrated her own”books,” declaring in second class that she would one day become a writer. With an Honours Degree inJournalism and Editorial Design, Emer spent a decade in the newspaper and magazine industry in the UK and Ireland. At just 27, she became the youngest female editor of a Johnston Press Group title, overseeing one of its300 newspapers.

Inspired by her own experiences, Emer wrote Emilio the Emoo! to encourage children to embrace their individuality and celebrate diversity. She believes that differences are not flaws but what make us extraordinary. Now running her own publishing business, Emer is passionate about fostering young writers’ dreams and guiding schools through the publishing process.

A proud Kells native, she has lived in Dublin for over 20 years. Her favourite place to be is with her husband,Brian, and their three children.