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An Evening of Poetry About Paintings
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Stewart Conn, Dilys Rose and Alan Riach wax poetical about all things artistic over a glass of wine.
22 May 7.30 Royal Scottish Academy, Edinburgh
Andy Dougan
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Dougan is 'Raising the Dead', a look at the science behind the fiction of Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein: or, the Modern Prometheus'.
15 May 7.00 Borders Books, Glasgow
Anne Donovan
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Book signing of 'Being Emily' by Anne Donovan, author of 'Buddha Da'.
15 May 6.30–8.00 Waterstone's, Glasgow
20 May 7.00–8.00 Mitchell Library, Glasgow
22 May 6.00 Waterstone's, Edinburgh
Aos Dana Book Festival
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This year's book festival will focus upon 'On the Music of Scotland', a book by Scotland's foremost musicologist John Purcer.
12 Jul–15 Jul (Times vary) Sabhal Mor Ostaig, Isle Of Skye
Bailies of Bennachie - Doric Night
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An evening of ballads, poems and music celebrating Doric culture. Booking essential.
16 May 7.30–9.30 Bennachie Centre, By Inverurie
Book Fair
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Booksellers from throughout Scotland will be selling a mixed range of antiquarian and secondhand books to suit all tastes and pockets.
14 Jun 10.00am–5.00 Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh
Borders Book Festival
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Some hot names of literature, including Iain Banks, Ian Rankin and Mary Contini, arrive in Melrose for four days of book fun. Between author events musical ensemble Waxwing, hands-on workshops and children's storytellers will keep you entertained.
19 Jun–22 Jun (Times vary) Various Venues, Melrose
Conversation Pieces: Alex Gray
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The writer of crime thrillers and creator of DI Lorimer (often described as a Glaswegian version of Ian Rankin's Inspector Rebus) talks about her work.
19 May 1.00 Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Glasgow
Dixie Deans
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The 'Celtic's Cult Heroes' series continues with Dixie Deans, who will be on hand to sign copies of the book.
10 May 1.00 Borders Books, Edinburgh
DIY Stories
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Reading of stories with the theme 'In the Last Year', which will then be made into a pamphlet. 'Part of Ladyfest'.
20 May 8.00 Waverley Bar, Edinburgh
Dr Jane Goodall
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The UN Messenger for Peace gives a talk titled 'Gombe and Beyond', followed by a book signing event.
20 May 7.00 George Square Theatre, Edinburgh
Dundee Literary Festival
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Talks by internationally acclaimed writers, local authors and poets, opportunities to take part in workshops and events especially for children.
16 Jun–22 Jun 9.00am–6.00 University of Dundee (Heathfield Building), Dundee
Edinburgh Book Fair
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Dealers from throughout Scotland sell antiquarian and secondhand books, maps and prints.
17 Aug–23 Aug 10.00am–6.00; Sun 12.00–6.00 Roxburghe Hotel, Edinburgh
Edinburgh International Book Festival 2008
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2008 will be the EIBF's 25th year of bringing high-profile authors to Edinburgh. Last year saw 700 events and 220,000 visitors to its events, confirming Edinburgh's widely acknowledged place on the literary map of Britain. Next year's programme will be announced in the spring.
9 Aug–25 Aug (Times vary) Charlotte Square, Edinburgh
Embracing the Ephemeral
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A practical workshop led by Julie Johnstone, editor of Essence Press, that examines the physical context lend to a poem by its printing and binding. Please bring along several short text pieces. Booking essential.
14 Jun 10.00am–1.00 Scottish Poetry Library, Edinburgh
Faclan - The Hebridean Book Festival
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A variety of literary and musical events celebrating the Hebrides and beyond, featuring a number of world-class authors.
27 Aug–30 Aug (Times vary) An Lanntair Arts Centre and Cinema, Isle of Lewis
Ghost Tours at the Library
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Join other brave souls to delve into the darkest depths of George IV Bridge. A spooky tour with tales of dark deeds and closely-guarded library secrets.
14 May 8.15 National Library of Scotland, Edinburgh
Hamish Henderson - A Life in Process
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A talk by Timothy Neat on the renowned Scottish poet and songwriter Hamish Henderson.
19 Jun 7.30 Birnam Arts Institute, By Dunkeld
In a Different Light
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An exhibition of new works exploring short phrases, comprising hand-bound books, cards and screen-prints from Julie Johnstone's Essence Press imprint.
19 Apr–19 Jul, not Sundays Mon–Fri 11.00am–6.00; Sat 1.00–5.00 Scottish Poetry Library, Edinburgh
Inspired? Get Writing!
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Hear winning entries from the National Galleries of Scotland, English-Speaking Union and Scottish Poetry Library Creative Writing Competition 2007/08 that was based on artworks from the National Galleries.
20 May 12.45–1.30 National Gallery of Scotland, Edinburgh
J David Simons
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A signing with music this time for J David Simons' 'The Credit Draper', about the Jewish community in Glasgow in the early 20th century.
22 May 6.30–8.00 Waterstone's, Glasgow
Jem Roll's Poetry Night
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Poetry performance as Roll presents his new show, plus special guests.
15 May 8.00 The Jazz Bar, Edinburgh
John Connolly
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Horror-cum-crime novelist Connolly signs his latest Charlie Parker novel, 'The Reapers'.
20 May 7.30–8.30 Waterstone's, Edinburgh
21 May 6.00 Borders Books, Glasgow
LadyFest Bookclub Discussion
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A discussion of Carson McCullers' 'The Heart is a Lonely Hunter' plus musings on the question 'How do you Treat your Books?' 'Part of Ladyfest'.
13 May 8.00 Waverley Bar, Edinburgh
Local Heroes: The Art of the Graphic Novel
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Zap! Klang! Pow! Holy comic book exhibitions, Batman, it's a range of artwork and writing by Alan Moore, Art Speigelman, Frank Miller, Alan Grant, Cam Kennedy and Grant Morrison showing the Scottish influence on the maturation of the graphic novel form over the last 40 years, with 'The Broons', Marvel comics, 'Tintin' and Japanese Manga represented.
4 Apr–1 Jun Mon–Fri 10.00am–8.00; Sat 10.00am–5.00; Sun 2.00–5.00 National Library of Scotland, Edinburgh

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