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Alexander McCall Smith
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The hugely successful Scottish author and creator of the popular 'Ladies No1 Detective Agency' series, Alexander McCall Smith will be reading from and signing copies of his latest novel 'La's Orchestra Saves the World'. And there will be mince pies.
4 Dec 5.30–6.30 Waterstone's, Edinburgh
Andrew-Henry Bowie
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The passionate Heart of Midlothian supporter signs copies of his new book, 'Two Miles to Tynecastle'.
7 Dec 12.30–1.30 Waterstone's, Edinburgh
Antiquarian and Second-hand Book Fair
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Scarce and collectable books, maps and prints.
13 Mar 2009–14 Mar 2009 12.00–6.45; Sat 10.00am–5.00 Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh
Artists' Books: The Scottish Contribution
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To accompany the 'Four Scottish Artists' exhibition. Taken from the Gallery of Modern Art's collection of artists' books, the display includes work by William Johnstone with Hugh MacDiarmid and Edwin Muir, John Bellany with Alan Bold and Bruce McLean with Mel Gooding.
20 Dec–28 Feb 2009 Dean Gallery, Edinburgh
Beedle the Bard Release Day
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Celebrate the release of J K Rowling's latest masterpiece 'The Tales of Beedle the Bard' with fun activities, a visit from the 'Snake Man' and competitions.
4 Dec 5.00 Borders Books, Inverness
Burns Alive
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David Purdie and Sheena Wellington present a multi-media rendering of Scotland's Bard through song, poetry and previously unseen material from the Scottish National Archive Collection. Part of Scotland's celebration of the 250th anniversary of the birth of Robert Burns.
24 Jan 7.30 Carnegie Hall, Dunfermline
Charles Stross
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Based in Edinburgh, the sci-fi scribe Charles Stross reads from and signs his new book, 'The Clan Corporate'.
11 Dec 6.00–7.30 Waterstone's, Edinburgh
Christian Lange
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Readings in German and Persian plus live music to launch Christian Lange's debut novel 'Der geheime Name Gottes (The Secret Name of God)'.
11 Dec 6.30 Blackwells, Edinburgh
Close Encounters: Benjamin Markovits
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Benjamin Markovits, author of novels set in the drama-ridden world of Romantic literature, excavates Byron through material in the John Murray Archive.
9 Dec 7.00 National Library of Scotland, Edinburgh
Cookery Demonstration and Sampling
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Join the authors of 'The Whisky Kitchen' as they whip up a culinary storm with recipes from their new book.
4 Dec 7.30 Waterstone's, Aberdeen
Crime Fiction
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Crime fiction taster event.
27 Oct–8 Dec 1.00–3.00 Ardler Complex, Dundee
Dead Good Poets' Society Poetry Evening
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The Dead Good Poets' Society perform live on the last Thursday of every month. There are often book launches and other events at this popular evening.
30 Dec, 29 Jan, 26 Feb, 26 Mar, 30 Apr 6.30 Books and Beans, Aberdeen
Debi Gliori
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The author and illustrator chats about her famous kids picture books, including the latest, 'The Trouble with Dragons'.
5 Dec 4.00 The Children's Bookshop, Edinburgh
The Edinburgh Quartet with Desmond Barritt - A Child's Christmas in Wales
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Desmond Barritt, Lawrence Olivier Theatre Award Winner and West End star, narrates 'A Child's Christmas in Wales' alongside music from The Edinburgh Quartet. Mince pies and mulled wine will be served.
21 Dec 3.00 Woodend Barn Arts Centre, Banchory
The Guid Crack Club
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Locals and visitors alike are welcome to go along and hear some festive yarns as well as contributing a few of their own if they wish.
26 Dec 7.30 Waverley Bar, Edinburgh
Holocaust Memorial Day
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An international day of remembrance for the victims of the Holocaust which aims to educate, to commemorate and to prompt action against discrimination and hatred in our own communities today. The programme will include school children performances, poetry reading, presentations and an exhibition.
27 Jan 12.00–4.00; 6.00–8.00 The Cowdray Hall, Aberdeen
Illustrated Storytelling with James Mayhew
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Come and hear stories of Katie's adventures through the paintings of Turner, then see them illustrated before your eyes by the book's author, James Mayhew. Ages 5+.
24 Jan–25 Jan 1.30–2.00 National Gallery of Scotland Complex, Edinburgh
Janice Galloway
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The celebrated Scottish writer talks about her work, including her memoir, 'This is Not About Me'.
16 Dec 7.00–9.00 Lost in Fiction, Glasgow
Jeremy Butterfield
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Jeremy Butterfield exercises his silver tongue to discuss his collection of linguistic facts, 'Damp Squid: the English Language laid bare'.
4 Dec 6.30 Blackwells, Edinburgh
Louise Welsh
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The Scottish writer, author of 'The Cutting Room' and 'Tamburlaine Must Die', talks about 'The Bullet Trick'.
29 Jan 7.00–9.00 Lost in Fiction, Glasgow
Out and About Book Fair
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The Waterstones Out and About Book Fair rolls into town with a selection of adults and children's books for sale. If there are any books that you would particularly like the travelling bookies to bring with them, then please telephone ahead. The van will visit Coll, Tiree, Uist, Barra, Vatersay and Eriskay. Please check the website for details.
29 Oct–9 Dec (Times vary) Various Venues, Western Isles
Two Masterpieces, One Chance: An Evening of Music and Poetry
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Live poetry performances of the tales of Actaeon and Callisto from Ovid's 'Metamorphoses', read by John Duncan and atmospherically set in front of Titian's paintings 'Diana and Actaeon' and 'Diana and Callisto'. In between the two readings the Edinburgh University Renaissance Singers will perform works from the Italian Renaissance (6.00-6.30pm).
18 Dec 5.30–6.00 & 6.30–7.00 National Gallery of Scotland Complex, Edinburgh
Oz Clarke
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Oz Clarke teaches you your bouquet from your Burgundy to tie in with his '250 Best Wines: Wine Buying Guide'.
10 Dec 7.00–8.00 Waterstone's, Edinburgh
PJ Brooke
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The launch of 'Blood Wedding', PJ Brooke's Granada-based thriller.
3 Dec 6.00–7.30 Waterstone's, Edinburgh
Poetry Pamphlet Party and Fair
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Wine, mince pies, readings and lots of poetry paraphernalia to purchase. Email events@nls.uk to book.
10 Dec 6.30 Causewayside Building National Library of Scotland, Edinburgh

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