Skellig is a children's novel by the British author David Almond, published by Hodder in 1998. It was the Whitbread Children's Book of the Year and it won the Carnegie Medal from the Library …

With his new friend Mina, Michael nourishes Skellig back to health. But Skellig is far more than he at first appears, and as he helps Michael breathe life into his tiny sister, Michael’s world …

Aug 11, 1998 · He started out as an author of adult fiction before finding his niche writing literature for young adults. His first children's novel, Skellig (1998), set in Newcastle, won the Whitbread …

Dec 19, 2025 · Your guide to the Skellig Islands. From its history and folklore to loads of photos, videos + info on Skellig Michael tours, its location and more.

Michael and Mina sneak out the next few nights to visit Skellig, who has since crawled from the first to the third floor of the house. A few days later, Michael’s friends Leaky and Coot come …

The magnificent Skellig Islands lie 8 miles (12 km) off the coast of Portmagee in South West Kerry. Rising majestically from the sea, Skellig Michael towers 714ft (218 metres) above sea …

Skellig is celebrated for its mysterious and supernatural elements, earning it acclaim as a modern Gothic tale for children by many fans.

With his strength regained, Skellig performs a magical dance with Michael and Mina, which causes the three to become one. At the end of the dance, wings briefly appear on Michael and …

Skellig, which was originally published in 1998, was written by British author David Almond and has won multiple awards, including: the Whitbread Children's Book of the Year and the …

Skellig Michael (Irish: Sceilg Mhichíl [ˌʃcɛlʲəɟ ˈvʲɪçiːlʲ]), also called Great Skellig (Irish: Sceilig Mhór [ˈʃcɛlʲəɟ woːɾˠ]), is a twin-pinnacled crag 11.6 kilometres (7.2 mi) west of the Iveragh Peninsula …