Books & Literature in Edinburgh- Pagination 14

Relaxed Screening: Dragons, Vikings, and Enemy Ships with Cressida Cowell

Some of us thrive better in smaller, informal spaces. That’s why we’re putting on this relaxed screening for anyone with sensory sensitivities.

Edinburgh Futures Institute, Edinburgh

Pen Pals: Jenny Colgan & Mike Gayle

The friendship between novelists Jenny Colgan and Mike Gayle constantly yields inspiration and cup-filling conversations.

Edinburgh Futures Institute, Edinburgh

The Fun Lovin Crime Writers

'Murdering songs for fun in front of anyone who will listen’ is how this crime-writing super-group describe themselves.

Edinburgh Futures Institute, Edinburgh

Elizabeth McCracken: A Long Game

Write what you know. Never miss a day. Kill your darlings. Elizabeth McCracken is having none of it.

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Javier Cercas: The Anatomy of a Moment

February 1981. Shots ring out in Spain’s parliament. Cameras keep rolling. In The Anatomy of a Moment, one of Spain’s most important books of the past 50 years,…

Edinburgh Futures Institute, Edinburgh

Anita Anand & William Dalrymple: Empire Podcast – Live

Terrific storytellers and co-hosts of the Empire podcast series, Anita Anand and William Dalrymple are experts at getting to the heart of some of history’s bigg…

Edinburgh Futures Institute, Edinburgh

The Provocateurs: AI and Economics / Forensic Jewellery

The Provocateurs: AI and Economics / Forensic Jewellery at The Stand Comedy Club III & IV, Edinburgh

The Stand Comedy Club III & IV, Edinburgh

Zakia Sewell & Rebecca Tamás: The Rituals We Share

Ancient traditions and folk culture can offer up unique ways to craft our own forms of meaning and connection.

Edinburgh Futures Institute, Edinburgh

Joe Wicks for Healthy Start

From the number one bestselling author of _protein in 15,_ joe wicks returns with a new collection of simple healthy recipes for all the family to enjoy.We all…

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Anna Deacon for The Wild Fix Scotland

FEEL-GOOD LIVING INSPIRED BY NATURE!In _The_ _Wild Fix Scotland_, writer and photographer Anna Deacon explores how the powerful connection between nature and we…

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Sabrina Ghayour for Persiana One

'Sabrina Ghayour's Middle-Eastern plus food is all flavour, no fuss - and makes me very, very happy' - Nigella LawsonFrom the Queen of Middle Eastern cookery, S…

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Daniel Susskind for What Should My Children Do?

_"Daniel susskind writes with verve, style and conviction about one of the most important issues of our age" - rory stewart__ "A pathbreaking, thought-provoking…

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Morvern Graham for Seasonal Folktales

Embrace the changing seasons with this beautifully illustrated collection of myths and folklore.In these magical retellings of classic Celtic and Nordic folktal…

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Yotam Ottolenghi for Simple Too

_It's a noisy world out there, so stop, take a minute or two, listen to the soup bubble or the egg crackle...

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Colin Bramwell for Fetch

We are delighted to be welcoming an incredible local talent, COLIN BRAMWELL, for the launch of his debut poetry collection, _Fetch_.

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Pulitzer-Prize Finalist Daniel Mason for Country People

'full of joy - and exactly the kind of reading experience we could all do with right now.

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Cooks & Books: Claire Thomson for Dear Grace

A mother's recipes and her daughter's first kitchen adventures away from home.Dear Grace is a warm, wise cookbook written by chef and food writer Claire Thomson…

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Marie Darrieussecq for How to Make a Woman

_'Darrieussecq is one of the most prolific and distinguished living writers in France with a truly impressive body of work.' - Samantha Harvey, Guardian_Rose an…

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Steven Veerapen: The Life and Reign of Henry VII

'brilliant, provocative and engaging ... a genuinely fresh biography of england's most famous king' - gareth russell, author of queen jamesSteven Veerapen was b…

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Janice Hallet for The Silent Appeal

Janice Hallett returns to Edinburgh this September to celebrate the launch of her fabulous new mystery, _The Silent Appeal_.We hope to see you there!_A New Play…

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Louise Kennedy with Sam Baker for Stations

"Louise Kennedy's brilliant stations is a moving and immersive novel about first love, addiction, and regret.

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Paul Johnson for Challenging Inequalities

Join us this September to celebrate Paul Johnson's latest book: _Challenging Inequalities: How We Got Stuck and Where We Go Next._A comprehensive look at inequa…

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Mathias Enard for Perfecting The Shot

Mathias Enard, born in 1972, studied Persian and Arabic and spent long periods in the Middle East.

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Andrew Pettegree for The Bookshop: A History of Bookselling

Join Andrew Pettegree this September to celebrate his wonderfully appropriate - and excellently written - book, _The Bookshop: A History of Bookselling_.We hope…

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Robert Barrington for Corrupted Kingdom

Robert Barrington is Professor of Anti-Corruption Practice at the University of Sussex.

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Ripening: Why Women Need Fairy Tales Now

'_Ripening_ shows us how we can move through life with vision and sensitivity. A fascinating, thought-provoking and authoritative read' Katherine May, author of…

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The Parkwood Murders

Detective nicola bridge returns in the thrilling new novel from chris chibnall, creator of _broadchurch_ and showrunner of _seven dials_, and _sunday times_ bes…

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Pete Irvine for Crossing the Sound

Peter Irvine is an acclaimed Scottish author and travel writer, best known for his Scotland the Best guides that showcase the very best places to eat, stay and…

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Humza Yousaf with William Dalrymple for Under Fire

"Humza's story is brave and important - a stunning insight into what it means to hold power yet still be powerless to stop the devastating suffering in Gaza, an…

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Sean Hewitt for Open, Heaven

THE INSTANT TOP 10 IRISH BESTSELLER DYLAN THOMAS PRIZE LONGLIST 2026'IT MADE MY HEART HURT IN THE BEST WAYS' HELEN MACDONALD'HEWITT WRITES WITH SUCH TENDERNESS…

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Aonghus MacKechnie for Edinburgh: City of Romanticism

Professor Aonghus MacKechnie is a historian and heritage professional, who teaches Architectural Conservation at the University of Strathclyde, where he is base…

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David McCloskey for London Station

_ 'the top spy thrillerist of these wild turbulent times' simon sebag montefiore _What if the cia and mi6 began spying on each other?

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Pulitzer-Prize Winning author Benjamin Moser for Anti-Zionism: A Jewish History

'With meticulous research, wit, and a searching moral candour, Benjamin Moser takes on decades of propaganda in these portraits of Jewish intellectuals and publ…

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Jojo Barr for No Place Like Home

_Create a home that flows, functions and truly feels like you._With over two decades of experience, interior designer Jojo Barr (Founder and Creative Director o…

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James Ellroy for Red Sheet

From bestselling, award-winning author James Ellroy, a gritty, fast-paced historical crime thriller set in 1962 Los Angeles during the aftermath of the Cuban mi…

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Dr Jean Menzies for Aphrodisia

'offers fascinating insights into women's worlds and desires in greco-roman antiquity and beyond.' Emily hauser, _sunday times_ bestselling author of _mythica_'…

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Terry Deary for A History of the World in 10 Wars

War: what is it good for? Absolutely something, surely, or we wouldn't keep doing it.Throughout the ages, each generation has faced the same questions: Am I wil…

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T.S. Elliot Prize-winner Alice Oswald for Rhapsody: A Manifesto

Alice Oswald has published several poetry collections, including Dart - a long poem about a river - and Memorial, a version of Homer's Iliad.

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Jasper Fforde for Dark Reading Matter

The final novel in the highly acclaimed and beloved Thursday next series. Will Thursday find her happy ending?Swindon-based Literary Detective Thursday Next is…

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Perilous Enchantment:The True History of Faeries

"Inviting, charming, funny, sometimes horrifying and always informative, a wonderfully personal and lively introduction to the world of fairies" -- marion gibso…

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Oz Clarke for A Vine is a Wild Thing

_The award-winning book from one of the best loved wine writer of our time _"Oz is one of the wine greats and this book embodies all his best qualities.

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Tim Downie for Rituals

Tim Downie is an actor and podcaster. As an actor, he has starred in productions as varied as _Outlander_, _Paddington_ and _The Kings Speech_ as well as cult h…

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British Museum Lectures: Rachel King for The Tudor Heart

This book tells the remarkable story of a spectacular chance find of a pendant associated with Henry VIII and his first wife Katherine of Aragon, as well as Mar…

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Julia Harding for World Atlas of Wine: Ninth Edition

"_the world atlas of wine_ is the single most important reference book on the shelf of any wine student." - eric asimov, _new york times_"simply superb work...

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Coinneach MacLeod: A Scottish Christmas

From scotland's bestselling cookbook author, coinneach macleod, this irresistible festive collection is packed with everything you need to create the ultimate s…

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Irvine Welsh for Can Nothing Save Us?

A divided Las Vegas family is forced to confront the past and reckon with a dangerous future in the searing new novel from Irvine Welsh._'Welsh writes with a sk…

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Nick Harkaway: a Novel of John Le Carre's Circus

'le carre's legacy is in good hands - smiley is back with a vengeance!' -- ian rankin'note-perfect' -- mick herronNick harkaway is the acclaimed author of _gnom…

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A Wine Tasting with Noble Rot's Dan Keeling for Pick Your Bottles

_“The more you read, the more you want to pour a glass and taste. The ultimate dinner-party cheat sheet — just enough knowledge to sound effortlessly well-infor…

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