Books events in Edinburgh
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Events in Edinburgh
Abbey Strand Book Club
Explore spaces and objects which have shaped history and inspired fiction at the Abbey Strand book club!
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Sharky McShark Story Time with Alison Murray
Join us at Waterstones Edinburgh West End on Saturday 27th of April as Alison Murray, author of Sharky McShark, joins us in-store for story time.
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Spring Poetry Pamphlet Fair
Come along to the Scottish Poetry Library to browse and buy poetry pamphlets, periodicals and zines from some of Scotland’s incredible independent presses.
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The Epic History of The Lord of the Rings
Journey deep into Tolkien's imagination, from The Lord of the Ring's mythic roots to its enduring legacy. Followed by Q&A.
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Bookface Sip & Swap with Helen Fields
Meet bestselling crime thriller author Helen Fields at the Bookface Sip & Swap in The Cold Town House, Grassmarket on 5th May!
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Book Launch: Yum by Susi Briggs - Part of Edinburgh Tradfest 2024
Join Susi Briggs for stories in the cosy Storytelling Court to celebrate the launch of her new book Yum, illustrated by Charlotte Brayley and published by Foggie Toddle Books.
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Author Talk- Margaret Lillie
Join us at McDonald Road Library as we welcome the children's author Margaret Lillie on Saturday 11th May! Suitable for ages 4-7.
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Holy Corner Booksale
The Holy Corner Booksale for Christian Aid is back in Morningside United Church from 11th to 13th May with a wide variety of categories for sale!
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The Book of Wild Flowers: In Conversation with Angie Lewin
Join illustrator Angie Lewin and author Christopher Stocks in conversation with Dovecot Director, Celia Joicey, to discuss The Book of Wild Flowers plus a last chance to see Andy Warhol: The Textiles!
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Jean Findlay presents The Queen’s Lender
Toppings Booksellers Edinburgh is thrilled to be launching the paperback of Jean Findlay's The Queen's Lender on Monday 13th May!
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David Mitchell: Cloud Atlas, 20 Years On
Cloud Atlas has cemented itself as one the defining texts of the 21st Century. 20 years on, it's author David Mitchell chats about this remarkable book and his career!
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Nicola Dinan: In conversation with Lesley McDowell
Join Nicola Dinan at Waterstones Edinburgh West End for an event celebrating the paperback launch of her debut novel, Bellies, a beautiful story of love, loss, and transitions.
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An Evening with Amor Towles
Topping & Company Booksellers of Edinburgh are delighted to be hosting Amor Towles on 24th May to celebrate publication of his latest story collection, Table for Two!
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Coco Mellors: From Cleo and Frank to the Blue Sisters
Topping Edinburgh is delighted to welcome Coco Mellors to celebrating publication of her stunning sophomore novel 'Blue Sisters' at the beautiful Ps and Gs Church on 31st May!
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Edinburgh Bookshop Crawl
Explore the bookshops of Edinburgh with a whole weekend of Group Bookshop Crawls and events on 1st and 2nd June!
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An Evening with Kate Foster
Join us at Waterstones Edinburgh West End on Tuesday 6th June when we will be joined by Kate Foster to celebrate the release of her latest novel The King's Witches!
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Sofie Hagen: Will I Ever Have Sex Again? (Book & Stand-Up Tour)
Sofie Hagen is bringing her brand new stand-up show and her brand new book on tour and stops off at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 4th July!
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An Evening with David Sedaris
David Sedaris will take An Evening With David Sedaris across the UK and Ireland in summer 2024. Catch him live at the Usher Hall on Wednesday 10th July!
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An Evening with: Ed Winters
Join us at Waterstones Edinburgh West End on Tuesday 16th July to hear Ed Winter's, activist and author of This is Vegan Propaganda talk about his latest book, How to Argue with a Meat Eater.
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Fringe by the Sea
Fringe by the Sea is back with a bang! With over 250 events between August 2nd and 11th in the beautiful seaside town of North Berwick, there's something to suit every taste!
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Textile Orientalisms: Paisley Shawls in Literature
Join the National Trust for Scotland on Friday 6th September at the Georgian House to welcome the author, Suchitra Choudhury, for a presentation of her work and wider discussion!
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Jay Rayner - Nights Out At Home
Join the ever-tasteful, often hilarious, writer and broadcaster Jay Rayner as he celebrates 25 years as The Observer’s award-winning restaurant critic with the publication of Nights Out At Home!
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Derek Forbes - a Very Simple Mind
Following the recent release of his autobiography ‘A Very Simple Mind’, Derek Forbes is now on tour promoting it! Catch him at The Voodoo Rooms on 12th November!
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Books Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Books Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
East Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions
Free, fun and fantastic! East Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions!
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An Evening With Martin Stewart
Waterstones Newton Mearns welcome debut crime writer Martin Stewart to discuss and sign copies of Double Proof on Tuesday 21st May!
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Books Events in Glasgow
Here's a selection of Books Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Glasgow Zine Fest: Ink and Action!
In this creative family workshop Glasgow Zine Fest will delve into histories of radical pedagogy and children and young people’s activism!
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Glasgow Zine Fest: Publication Studio Inductions
A book-binding induction at Publication Studio Glasgow, CCA. Come along to learn how to print, trim, crease and bind your own book.
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The Cracked Mirror: Chris Brookmyre
Aye Write Festival favourite and crime writing guru Chris Brookmyre returns to explore his latest novel, The Cracked Mirror!
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Here's a selection of Books Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Julia Donaldson Day
South Lanarkshire's Cultural Venues and libraries are joining forces to bring you a fun-filled day featuring all your favourite Julia Donaldson characters on Saturday 29th June!
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An Evening with Shaun Ryder
He's the wild man of rock who became a national treasure, Happy Mondays and Black Grape frontman Shaun Ryder will bring his new, spoken word tour to Airdrie Town Hall on Sunday 27th October 2024!
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Leadhills Miners Library
Leadhills Miners Library is the oldest subscription library in the British Isles and is now a museum of literature and village life, open weekends May to September!
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Film & Comic Con Glasgow
The Film & Comic Con Glasgow returns to Braehead Arena on the weekend of the 24th & 25th August bringing you the best in autograph sessions, photo shoots and panels with your favourite celebrities!
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Paisley Comic Con
BGCP returns to the Lagoon Leisure Centre on Saturday 27th April with the 2024 edition of the annual Paisley Comic Con!
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How I Became A Butterfly: Book Chat and Q&A
Held on the eve of International Fibromyalgia Awareness Day this event will see Amanda from The Butterfly Room read from her book and share details from her own health journey.
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Here's a selection of Books Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Talks at The Smith: Sherlock, Darcy and friends revisited
Jo Ross-Barrett revisits characters from classic fiction and applies the lens of what we know now to their experiences and behaviours.
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Shaun Ryder
He's the wild man of rock who became a national treasure, Happy Mondays and Black Grape frontman Shaun Ryder will bring his new, spoken word tour to The Albert Halls on 26th October!
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