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Edinburgh International Book Festival announces its 2025 programme with close to 700 events featuring writers from all over the globe, taking place from 09-24 August, as it returns to Edinburgh Futures Institute (EFI) for the second...
The Front List, in partnership with Underbelly, expanded to 14 events, including two for schools Line-up gives the first taste of the range of voices and opinions represented in the wider 2025 programme, yet to be announced Former...

Edinburgh 900 Writing Competitions Celebrate the City’s Creative Voices

A celebratory reception was held last night (Thursday) at the City Chambers to honour the winners of two Edinburgh 900 themed writing competitions. Hosted by...

Celebrating 25 Years of Bookbinding in Shetland with The Travelling Bookbinder

On Saturday 29 March Rachel Hazell, aka The Travelling Bookbinder, will celebrate 25 years bookbinding in Shetland at an event at The Peerie Shop...

Bestselling Author Nicholas Binge Supports Alzheimer’s Scotland with ‘Dissolution’ Book Launch

On March 27th at Leith Arches, Argonaut Books will host the launch of bestselling author Nicholas Binge's latest book, Dissolution, in support of Alzheimer's...

Edinburgh Libraries Launch Citywide Tech Recycling Programme

Edinburgh Libraries have held the official launch of a new recycling programme aimed at promoting sustainability and digital reuse across the city. The service secured...

Discover the Art of Bookbinding with Rachel Hazell at Fruitmarket Gallery

On Saturday 15 February, Rachel Hazell, The Travelling Bookbinder, will be sharing all she has learnt about the power of creativity at her talk...

Scotland’s Stone of Destiny: Myth, History, and Mystery

The Stone of Destiny – also known as the Stone of Scone or Lia Fail – is an ancient symbol of Scottish sovereignty with...

James Crawford Named New Chair of Edinburgh International Book Festival’s Board of Directors

The Edinburgh International Book Festival today announces celebrated writer, broadcaster, and publisher James Crawford as the Festival’s new Chair of the Board of Directors. The...

Literary Celebration: Merchiston Hosts Exclusive Launch for AF Steadman’s Latest Skandar Adventure

Merchiston Castle School, Scotland’s leading independent school for boys, hosted best-selling author AF Steadman for a private book launch and signing on 1 May.  Author...

A New Chapter in an Old Building: The Storytelling Project at Edinburgh’s Former Royal Infirmary

Edinburgh locals and those with a connection to the city are being invited to share stories and memories of the former Edinburgh Royal Infirmary,...

“Ex-Girlfriend”: A Journey from a Classroom Critique to a Haunting Thriller

Rosie Walker's latest novel began as a short story she wrote in 2011 to be critiqued by her fellow students as part of her...

David Salariya Interviewed: Unlocking the Power of ‘Words and Pictures’ in Books for Children

One name comes to the forefront in children's literature, where creativity is unrestricted: David Salariya, known for founding The Salariya Book Company in 1989. The...

Glasgow’s Drygate Hosts Unveiling of Scotland’s Cultural Influencers, Featuring Jenny Niven

Jenny Niven, the Director of the Edinburgh International Book Festival, has been unveiled today as one of Scotland's cultural influencers in The List magazine's...

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