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Events in Glasgow

Books at the Botanics

Selected dates between 1st February 2025 - 14th December 2025

Glasgow's Book Fair, Books at the Botanics, is held every month in the Hopkirk building at Glasgow's Botanic Gardens!

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Glasgow Mitchell Library Classics Book Group

Selected dates between 3rd July 2025 - 4th December 2025

Glasgow Mitchell Library Classics Book Group runs on the first Thursday of each month with the library kindly providing books for all members, so there is no cost involved!

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Anthony Delaney Talks Queer Georgians

18th September 2025

Host of the hit podcast After Dark Anthony Delaney joins us to discuss his first book, Queer Georgians at Waterstones Argyle Street!

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Yasmin Hanif Launches Abdullah’s Bear Needs A Name!

18th September 2025

Join local author, Yasmin Hanif, as she launches her wonderful children's book, Abdullah's Bear Needs A Name!, in store at Waterstones Sauchiehall Street!

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Anna Zoe Quirke Launches Sad Girl Hours

19th September 2025

Anna Zoe Quirke joins Waterstones Argyle Street in conversation with Margaret McDonald to launch her new teen sapphic romance, Sad Girl Hours.

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Yusuf / Cat Stevens: Cat On The Road To Findout - An Evening of Tales, Tunes and Other Mysteries

22nd September 2025

Join Yusuf / Cat Stevens for Cat On The Road To Findout - An Evening Of Tales, Tunes And Other Mysteries, an intimate night where stories, songs, and secrets intertwine, at Glasgow Concert Hall!

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Len Pennie In Conversation - Poyums Annaw

23rd September 2025

Join Len Pennie, the award-winning poet behind Poyums, as she returns returns with another blistering collection of verse confronting ideas of patriarchy, societal injustice and much more.

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An Evening With Claire Alexander

25th September 2025

Claire Alexander, author of Meredith, Alone joins Waterstones Argyle Street to discuss her beautiful and moving second novel, The Pieces of Us.

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Byres Road Book Festival

25th September 2025 - 28th September 2025
Glasgow West End

Join Byres Road Book Festival for a September Weekend filled with books, stories, conversations and laughter, and spend some time exploring all that Byres Road and the lanes have to offer!

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Bookface Sip & Swap Afternoon with John Niven

27th September 2025

Bestselling author John Niven will be the guest author at Bookface's next Sip & Swap event on Saturday 27th September at Saints of Ingram in Glasgow!

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Book Exchange at Holmwood

28th September 2025

Join us as we close our 'Wax Fruit' weekend with a book exchange. Bring some of your pre-loved books and exchange them for new reads, and learn more about Holmwood's history!

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Lulu - If Only You Knew

30th September 2025

To celebrate the launch of If Only You Knew, her official autobiography, Lulu is inviting her fans to join her for an intimate conversation with songs and stories at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall!

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Miranda Kaufmann and Malik Al Nasir in Conversation

30th September 2025

Waterstones Argyle Street are joined by two fantastic writers who have worked to uncover the histories of slavery and show how entangled the British establishment was in it.

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Greg James: All The Best For The Future

1st October 2025

Join Greg James for a hilarious evening in celebration of his new book, All the Best for the Future, at The Glee Club Glasgow on Wednesday 1st October!

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Mary Portas - In conversation with Fiona Stalker

6th October 2025

Join Bigglestones Books at the Trades Hall Of Glasgow for an evening with Mary Portas for the launch of her new book I Shop, Therefore I Am: The '90s, Harvey Nicks – and Me.

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Julia Shaw Launches Green Crime

7th October 2025

Julia Shaw, author of Making Evil, joins Waterstones Argyle Street for a discussion of ecological criminals and the heroes resisting them in this launch event for her latest book, Green Crime!

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Alice in Wonderland Puzzle Week

10th October 2025 - 17th October 2025

To celebrate the recent release of a wonderful retelling of the classic, Alice With a Why by Anna James, can you help solve some peculiar puzzles in the children's bookshop?

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Ann Cleeves In Conversation - The Killing Stones

10th October 2025

Join bestselling author Ann Cleeves at Waterstones Sauchiehall Street as she discusses the exciting return of her much loved character, Jimmy Perez, back to her award winning Shetland series.

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The UK, Gaza and the Media: In conversation with Peter Oborne

15th October 2025

Join leading political journalist Peter Oborne as he discusses his explosive new book Complicit, in conversation with The National editor Laura Webster.

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Kipper The Sea Dragon & Bertie the Moon Dragon

16th October 2025

Join Rachel Huggins a Scottish Book Trust member, for lively readings of Kipper the Sea Dragon & Bertie the Moon Dragon at the Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre this October Half Term!

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Love Letters to A Murder: The Mythology of Madeleine Smith

18th October 2025

Join Kirsten McQuarrie and Lesley McDowell at the Mitchell Library, and hear about Madeleine Smith's extraordinary story as portrayed in McDowell's historical novel, Love and Other Poisons (Wildfire).

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Hollie McNish

19th October 2025

With fans ranging from Emma Watson, Pink and Benjamin Zephaniah, Ted Hughes Award winner Hollie McNish is a poet whose readings are not to be missed!

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Bookface Sip & Swap with Dr Gillian Shirreffs for Beatson Cancer Charity

25th October 2025

Enjoy a bookish afternoon Sip & Swap with a luxury raffle and chatting with Dr. Gillian Shirreffs in support of the Beatson Cancer Charity.

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Glasgow East Comic Con

25th October 2025

Browse trader stalls, geek out and have the chance to get your picture taken with your favourite characters when Glasgow East Comic Con comes to Platform Glasgow on Saturday 25th October!

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Celebrate Unquiet Guests with Dan Coxon, Kirsty Logan, and Will Maclean

29th October 2025

Join Waterstones Argyle Street for an early Halloween celebration of Unquiet Guests, an anthology of haunted house stories from modern masters of the macabre!

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Chloe Michelle Howarth In Conversation

29th October 2025

Join Sunburn author Chloe Michelle Howarth at Waterstones Sauchiehall Street as she discusses her new novel Heap Earth Upon It.

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Joe Hill signs King Sorrow

30th October 2025

Joe Hill, master of the modern macabre, joins Waterstones Argyle Street to sign his latest novel, his first in nearly a decade, King Sorrow!

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Meet Stephanie Garber at Waterstones Glasgow Sauchiehall Street

30th October 2025

Don't miss this very exciting opportunity to meet bestselling fantasy author Stephanie Garber at Waterstones Sauchiehall Street as she signs copies of her captivating new novel Alchemy of Secrets!

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Four Brits Book Fest

1st November 2025

Meet your favourite romance authors, discover new books, and connect with fellow bookworms when the Four Brits Book Fest comes to the SEC Glasgow on Saturday 1st November!

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Mike Joyce: The Drums - My Life In The Smiths - In Conversation

5th November 2025

Hear what it felt like to be a member of one of the most influential bands of all time when Mike Joyce legendary drummer of The Smiths comes to The Glee Club Glasgow on Wednesday 5th November!

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Aye Write Glasgow’s Book Festival

6th November 2025 - 16th November 2025
Various Locations Glasgow

Glasgow's Book Festival, Aye Write, will celebrate its 20th edition across 11 days this November, with a series of pop-up events coming before!

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Aye Write: Gaza - The Story of a Genocide: Malaka Shwaikh and Shareef Sirhan

6th November 2025

Aye Write are honoured to be joined by two contributors to the book, Malaka Shwaikh and Shareef Sarhan for an important and wide-ranging discussion.

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Aye Write: John Murray Proof Party with Aimee MacDonald, Cailean Steed and Rebecca Ferrier

6th November 2025

Be among the first to hear from three exciting new voices as they give Waterstones Sauchiehall Street an exclusive sneak peek into their 2026 novels and writing as part of Aye Write 2025!

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Aye Write: The Fun Lovin’ Criminal: Huey Morgan with Fiona Shepard

6th November 2025

Fun Lovin' Criminals frontman and 90s icon Huey Morgan joins co-founder of Glasgow City Music Tours, Fiona Shepard to talk about his aptly named memoir, The Fun Lovin' Criminal.

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Aye Write: The Guide to Gaelic Scotland: Coinneach Maclean with Maureen Macleod

6th November 2025

Gaelic speaker and South Uist native Coinneach Maclean sits down with travel writer and BBC radio presenter Mauren Macleod to discuss his new book as part of Aye Write 2025!

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Aye Write: Frankly and Great Chat: Nicola Sturgeon and Josh Smith

7th November 2025

In this very special live recording of the Reign podcast for Aye Write, host Josh Smith welcomes Scotland's former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon to the stage to discuss her memoir, Frankly.

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Aye Write: Glasgow’s Greatest Hits: Alison Stroak, Fiona Shepherd & Jonathan Trew with Bandeoke

7th November 2025

The founders of the Glasgow Music Tours will discuss their brand new book Glasgow's Greatest Hits at the Mitchell Library as part of Aye Write 2025!

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Aye Write: Men in Love and The Fathers: Irvine Welsh and John Niven with Sean MacDonald

7th November 2025

Two of Scotland's most renowned fiction writers, Irvine Welsh and John Niven, unite on stage to discuss the themes and inspirations behind their latest novels as part of Aye Write 2025!

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Aye Write: Sudden Fame: Federation of Writers

7th November 2025

A spoken word event where members of the Federation of Writers, the public and members of writers' groups are provided with an opportunity to perform a selection of their work in 3 minute slots.

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Aye Write: Waterstones Ones to Watch: Reading Group Fiction

7th November 2025

Join Waterstones Sauchiehall Street for a Reading Group Fiction based panel discussion with debut authors with Heather Mottershead, Gurnaik Johal and Lisa Smith as part of Aye Write 2025!

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Aye Write: Childless by Choice: Helen Taylor with Lesley McDowell

8th November 2025

As the world debates issues around population the spotlight is on childless women, join Helen Taylor as she discusses her book, Childless by Choice, with Lesley McDowell for Aye Write 2025.

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Aye Write: Hold Fast: Catherine Simpson & Nina Mega with Gabriella Bennett

8th November 2025

Award-winning novelist and memoir writer Catherine Simpson is joined on stage by her adult daughter, Nina Mega, for an in-depth conversation with journalist Gabriella Bennett as part of Aye Write!

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Aye Write: How to Have a Magnificent Midlife Crisis: Kate Muir

8th November 2025

Journalist Vicky Allan joins writer, filmmaker, and women's health campaigner Kate Muir to discuss Kate's new book, How to Have a Magnificent Midlife Crisis for Aye Write 2025!

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Aye Write: Jules and Greg’s Wild Swim: Julie Nimmo and Greg Hemphill with Julie Lin

8th November 2025

Husband and wife duo Greg Hemphill and Julie Wilson-Nimmo dive into a chat with TV chef and broadcaster Julie Lin about their new book, Jules & Greg's Wild Swim, for Aye Write 2025!

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Aye Write: Maybe I’m Amazed: John Harris with Nicola Meighan

8th November 2025

Award-winning writer, journalist, podcaster and presenter John Harris joins BBC Radio Scotland's Nicola Meighan in conversation about his extraordinary memoir for Aye Write 2025!

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Aye Write: Not That I’m Bitter: Helen Lederer with Bryan Burnett

8th November 2025

Join actress and comedy legend Helen Lederer in conversation with BBC Scotland's Bryan Burnett for an unfiltered, laugh-out-loud look at her new memoir, Not That I'm Bitter as part of Aye Write 2025!

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Aye Write: The Incidental Feminist: Tina Gaudoin with Kate Muir

8th November 2025

As part of Aye Write 2025 Tina Gaudoin introduces us to the woman behind the politician in her new book, The Incidental Feminist: Friend, Foe, Femme Fatale? The Truth About Thatcher.

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Aye Write: The Shapeshifter’s Daughter: Sally Magnusson

8th November 2025

Aye Write are delighted to welcome bestselling author, journalist, and broadcaster Sally Magnusson back to the festival to discuss her brand new novel, The Shapeshifter's Daughter!

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Aye Write: The Tremelo Diaries: Justin Currie with Nicola Meighan

8th November 2025

Join Justin Currie, Del Amitri's much-loved frontman, in conversation with BBC Radio Scotland's Nicola Meighan as they discuss Justin's powerful and personal memoir, The Tremolo Diaries.

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Aye Write: Who Will Be Remembered Here - Queer Spaces in Scotland: Mae Diansangu, Louise Welsh, Lewis Hetherington

8th November 2025

In this collection, fourteen authors explore the places and spaces which define their queer history – wherever has meaning for them.

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Aye Write: Conversations with Tim Ingold: Anthropology, Education and Life with Hannah Whaley

9th November 2025

Don't miss a lively conversation with internationally renowned anthropologist Tim Ingold, tackling the big questions on what makes a good life with warmth and irreverence in equal measure.

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Aye Write: Happy Healthy Sober: Janey Lee Grace

9th November 2025

With her signature blend of honesty, humour, and holistic wisdom, former WHAM! backing singer Janey Lee Grace discusses her book, Happy Healthy Sober, with host Frankie Burr for Aye Write 2025.

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Aye Write: How to Kill a Witch and Witches: Zoe Venditozzi & Claire Mitchell and Steven Veerapen with Ruth Wishart

9th November 2025

Steven Veerapen traces witches, witchcraft, and witch-hunters from the explosion of mass-trials under King James VI and I in the late sixteenth century to the death of the witch-hunting phenomenon.

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Aye Write: Irish Unity Dividend: Ben Collins

9th November 2025

Author Ben Collins sits down to discuss his new book, The Irish Unity Dividend, as part of Aye Write 2025.

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Aye Write: It Used to be Witches: Ryan Gilbey + Theorem

9th November 2025

Don't miss a Q&A with Ryan Gilbey, author of It Used to be Witches, followed by a screening of Theorem at Glasgow Film Theatre as part of Aye Write 2025.

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Aye Write: Lockerbie - A Father’s Search for Justice: Jim Swire & Peter Biddulph

9th November 2025

Jim Swire discusses with STV's John Swire his campaign to uncover the truth behind not only a personal tragedy but one of the modern world's most shocking events.

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Aye Write: Sit Down with Serial Killers: Shaun Atwood

9th November 2025

In his Aye Write Festival debut, Shaun Atwood discusses his new book, Sitdowns with Serial Killers & Murderers and what it's like talking to some of the most menacing and violent people on the planet.

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Aye Write: The Bagpipes: A Cultural History: Richard McLauchlan

9th November 2025

Author Richard McLauchlan is your sure-footed guide to the fabled and fascinating history of the bagpipes for this special event as part of Aye Write 2025.

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Aye Write: The Old Divide - Sectarianism in Scotland: A History: Chris Bambery with Kirsteen Paterson

9th November 2025

Chris Bambery sits down with Kirsteen Paterson to discuss the historical events that have constructed sectarianism in Scotland for Aye Write 2025.

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Aye Write: The Road to Mons Gaupius: Alan Montgomery

9th November 2025

Dr Alan Montgomery gives an illustrated talk about Roman Scotland based on his new book, The Road to Mons Graupius as part of Aye Write 2025.

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Aye Write: The Story of the Christmas No. 1: Marc Burrows with Janey Lee Grace

9th November 2025

Award-winning author, comedian and musician, Marc Burrows, brings an evening of comedy, music, and book chat to Aye Write in his festival debut!

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Aye Write: Waterstones Ones to Watch: LGBTQI+ Fiction

9th November 2025

Join us in Waterstones for a LGBTQI+ Fiction based panel discussion with debut authors with Seth Insua, Michael Amherst and Niamh Ní Mhaoileoin.

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Aye Write: Blitz: Robert Elms with Stuart Cosgrove

11th November 2025

Acclaimed author and broadcaster Robert Elms makes his Aye Write debut to discuss his new book, Blitz: The Club That Created the 80s.

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Aye Write: My Life in Sport: Recorded Highlights: Dougie Donnelly with Hugh MacDonald

11th November 2025

A giant of Scottish and British sports broadcasting, Dougie Donnelly sits down with journalist Hugh MacDonald to discuss his brand new autobiography, My Life in Sport: Recorded Highlights.

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Aye Write: Concrete Dreams: Chris Leslie, Mitch Miller & Alison Irvine

13th November 2025

Writer Alison Irvine, photographer and filmmaker Chris Leslie, and illustrator Mitch Miller combine their considerable talents in Concrete Dreams: The Rise and Fall of Cumbernauld Town Centre.

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Aye Write: Waterstones Ones to Watch: Poetry

13th November 2025

Join us in Waterstones for a Poetry based panel discussion led by Jim Carruth with debut poets Michael Mullen, Dean Browne and Desree as part of Aye Write 2025.

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Aye Write: Barrowland: The Inside Story of Glasgow’s Beloved Ballroom and One Love, One Life: Alison Irvine and Billy Sloan

14th November 2025

Music lovers rejoice as Aye Write welcomes two writers to the festival, each with their own love letter to the Glasgow music scene!

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Aye Write: One Aladdin Two Lamps: Jeanette Winterson with Zoe Venditozzi

14th November 2025

Aye Write are thrilled to welcome literary trailblazer Jeanette Winterson to the festival for the first time!

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Aye Write: Waterstones Ones to Watch: Speculative Fiction

14th November 2025

Join the team at Waterstones for a Speculative Fiction panel discussion led by Arusa Qureshi with debut authors Emily Buchanan, Oraine Johnson and Chris Kohler.

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DOMINATION: The Fall and Rise of an Empire with Alice Roberts

14th November 2025

Join Professor Alice Roberts as she takes us on an investigative journey to establish who spread Christianity, how and why; the story of the fall of an Empire – and the rise of another!

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Aye Write: Art Deco Scotland: Design and Architecture in the Jazz Age: Bruce Peter

15th November 2025

In Art Deco Scotland: Design and Architecture in the Jazz Age, Professor Bruce Peter (Glasgow School of Art) explores the remarkable range of Art Deco objects and images created here in Scotland.

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Aye Write: My Mother’s Murder: Gina McGavin and Jane Hamilton with Douglas Skelton

15th November 2025

Join journalist Jane Hamilton and co-author Gina McGavin as they take you behind the headlines of one of Scotland's most haunting cold cases: The 1984 murder of Gina’s mother, Mary McLaughlin.

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Aye Write: Rhyme and Reason: A Short History of Poetry and People (for People who Don’t Usually Read Poetry): Mark Forsyth

15th November 2025

Mark Forsyth makes his Aye Write debut to talk about his latest book, Rhyme & Reason, a funny, charming guide to poetry (and people) for people who don't usually read poetry!

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Aye Write: Single and Psycho: Caroline Young with Zoe Venditozzi

15th November 2025

Edinburgh-based author Caroline Young joins podcaster and writer Zoe Venditozzi to discuss Young's latest book, Single and Psycho: How pop culture created the unstable single woman.

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Aye Write: The Good Liar and Watching You: Denise Mina and Helen Fields with Bryan Burnett

15th November 2025

join Denise Mina and Helen Fields as they discuss their latest thrillers with Bryan Burnett as part of Aye Write 2025!

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Aye Write: The Pen is Mightier: Edward Tudor Pole

15th November 2025

Edward Tudor Pole takes to the Aye Write stage to discuss his autobiography, The Pen is Mightier.

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Aye Write: Words from Whaleback City: Andy Jackson & Bill Herbert

15th November 2025

Whaleback City Press is Dundee's new and vibrant small publisher, specialising in big ideas in small packages and this event showcases work from its first two projects!

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Aye Write: You Don’t Have to be Mad to Work Here: Benji Waterhouse

15th November 2025

With a mix of stand-up comedy and readings from his book, award-winning comedian, best-selling author, and NHS psychiatrist Benji Waterhouse considers some of life's big questions.

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Aye Write: Dead Man’s Tale and Acts of Malice: Quiintin Jardine and Alex Gray with Douglas Skelton

16th November 2025

In this special Aye Write event, crime writer Douglas Skelton welcomes two contemporaries to the stage to discuss their new books — each with a grizzled Scottish detective and a murder to solve.

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Aye Write: Following Sam: Jon and Sam’s Journey Conquering the 42: Jon Attenborough

16th November 2025

Jon Attenborough discusses Following Sam, his memoir chronicling his experience of visiting all 42 Scottish Professional Football League stadiums with his guide dog, Sam.

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Aye Write: Pop Scars: Anthony Kavanagh with Carrie Marshall

16th November 2025

One-time teen popstar Anthony Kavanagh takes to the Aye Write stage to discuss his searingly honest memoir, Pop Scars.

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Aye Write: Revolting: Terry Deary

16th November 2025

From the peasants to the slaves, the martyrs to the mutineers, Terry Deary's Revolting celebrates the resilience and determination of those who dared to challenge the status quo.

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Aye Write: The Secret Christmas Library and Christmas at the Movies: Jenny Colgan and Anne Marie Ryan with Dawn Vallance

16th November 2025

A talk with a festive flair as Glasgow Life Principal Librarian Dawn Vallance joins two authors in conversation about their respective Christmas-themed books for Aye Write 2025!

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Aye Write: Unfinished Business and Thrive: Henry McLeish & James Mitchell and Lesley Riddoch with Kirsteen Paterson

16th November 2025

In this special sit-down examining the potential future of Scotland and Scottish politics, Kirsteen Paterson is a journalist with 20 years experience of covering politics and policy in Scotland.

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Aye Write: Universality and Alive in the Merciful Country: Natasha Brown and A L Kennedy with Gabriella Bennett

16th November 2025

Award-winning Scots writer, academic, and occasional stand-up comedian A L Kennedy returns to Aye Write to discuss her latest acclaimed novel.

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Aye Write: Wild Mountain Times: Gary Robertson with Gabriella Bennett

16th November 2025

Dundee-based author Gary Robertson joins journalist Gabriella Bennett for a lively discussion about Gary's new book, Wild Mountain Times as part of Aye Write 2025!

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Aye Write: Young Once: Nigel Planer

16th November 2025

Fresh off the back of a sold-out tour, expect witty, self-deprecating stories told masterfully by the mischievous, once-young Nigel Planer as he offers a glimpse into his remarkable career.

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Come Meet Julie and Greg - Jules and Greg’s Wild Swim

23rd November 2025

Waterstones Silverburn are absolutely delighted to welcome Greg Hemphill and Julie Wilson Nimmo in to our store to sign their soon to be released book - Jules and Greg's Wild Swim!

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Christmas Shopping Evening

27th November 2025

With booksellers on hand to help with expert recommendations and a range of local authors signing their books, don't miss Waterstones Sauchiehall Street's Christmas Shopping Evening on November 27th!

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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:

The Book of Dust Book 3: The Rose Field Launch Day

The Book of Dust Book 3: The Rose Field Launch Day

23rd October 2025

Join Waterstones Newton Mearns from 8.30am on Thursday 23rd October to celebrate the launch of The Book of Dust Book 3: The Rose Field!

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East Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions

East Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions

13th January 2025 - 20th December 2025

Free, fun and fantastic! East Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions!

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An Evening With Allan Gaw

An Evening With Allan Gaw

13th January 2026

Waterstones Newton Mearns are thrilled to be joined by Allan Gaw on Tuesday 13th January to celebrate the paperback release of his newest book, The Shadows and the Dust.

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Books Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians

Here's a selection of Books Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:

An Audience with Philippa Gregory

An Audience with Philippa Gregory

14th October 2025

Join Philippa Gregory, as she takes you on a journey through the history you thought you knew, a fascinating evening of entertaining historical insight and unforgettable storytelling!

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A Festive Evening with Lindsey Kelk & Friends

A Festive Evening with Lindsey Kelk & Friends

8th October 2025

Join Lindsey Kelk and friends for great chats, fun and festivities to celebrate Christmas Fling at The Parish Church of St Cuthbert on Wednesday 8th October!

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Edinburgh Women’s Fiction Festival

Edinburgh Women’s Fiction Festival

26th September 2025 - 27th September 2025

The Edinburgh Women's Fiction Festival returns for 2025 with two days of thought-provoking conversation, powerful storytelling, and a welcoming space for readers and writers alike.

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Books Events in Fife

Here's a selection of Books Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:

Conversations on the Coast: The East Neuk Literary Festival

Conversations on the Coast: The East Neuk Literary Festival

Selected dates between 6th November 2025 - 27th November 2025

With a series of events over November, come in out of the cold, dark night, enjoy a drink from Edinburgh Gin of soft drink, and hear from celebrated and award-winning Scottish authors!

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Books Events in Lanarkshire

Here's a selection of Books Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:

The State Of Water

The State Of Water

7th November 2025

Join British Indian storyteller Peter Chand and Scottish storyteller Kirsten Milliken at Biggar Corn Exchange as they discuss their new book, The State Of Water.

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Leadhills Miners Library

Leadhills Miners Library

Selected dates between 3rd May 2025 - 28th September 2025

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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An Evening With Peter McQueen and The Hebridean Baker

An Evening With Peter McQueen and The Hebridean Baker

30th October 2025

South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture presents a special evening of storytelling at The Town House Hamilton, on 30th October, featuring Peter MacQueen and Coinneach MacLeod (the Hebridean Baker)!

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Books Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

Here's a selection of Books Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:

Early Opening For Richard Osman

Early Opening For Richard Osman

25th September 2025

Waterstones Braehead are opening half an hour early on Thursday 25th September so you can grab your copy of Richard Osman's The Impossible Fortune before anyone else!

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Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions

Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions

Selected dates between 6th January 2025 - 20th December 2025

Free, fun and fantastic! Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions throughout the week!

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Alchemised Party In Collab With LUSH

Alchemised Party In Collab With LUSH

23rd September 2025

Celebrate the release of the highly anticipated novel, Alchemised, with Waterstones Braehead and Lush!

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Books Events in Stirling

Events in Other Areas

A Blether O Books: Scotland Through Literature

A Blether O Books: Scotland Through Literature

1st November 2025 - 2nd November 2025

Join the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum this November as they welcome a selection of authors in this celebration of Scottish literature!

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