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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
Anne Donovan
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Book signing of 'Being Emily' by Anne Donovan, author of 'Buddha Da'.
22 May 6.00 Waterstone's, Edinburgh
Ash Dickinson
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Slam champion Ash Dickinson explores life in verse in 'Unrest at the Dolphinarium'. 'Part of the Leith Festival'
5 Jun 8.00 Bar Diesel, Edinburgh
Best of Enemies
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Roderick Graham, author of 'An Accidental Tragedy: The Life of Mary Queen of Scots', offers snippets of historical insight from his book, which he will then sign.
25 Jun 7.00 Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh
Between Weathers: Travels in 21st Century Shetland
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Ron McMillan launches the first original Shetland travelogue since 1869. Booking essential.
2 Jun 7.00 National Library of Scotland, Edinburgh
Big Book Swap
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Get rid of books you no longer want and trade them for something shiny and new. One man's treasure and all that . . . 'Part of the Leith Festival'.
1 Jun 1.00–3.00 Leith Community Education Centre, Edinburgh
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
Book Group
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A regular book group meeting on the last Sunday of every month. To join in with the discussion of 'Black Girl/White Girl' by Joyce Carol Oates please contact the branch for more information.
25 May 5.00 Waterstone's, Edinburgh
Book Group: Ian Rankin
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An extra special edition of this regular book group. Have your analysis scrutinised by the author himself at this discussion of Ian Rankin's 'The Falls'. You'd better be nice! All proceeds to charity.
22 May 5.30 Waterstone's, Edinburgh
Border Crossings
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Extracts from the 'Border Crossings' CD, produced by Scottish PEN, by Dilys Rose and Aonghas Macneacail, in conversation with Jenni Calder. 'Part of the Leith Festival'.
2 Jun 7.00–8.30 The Raj Restaurant (Upstairs), Edinburgh
The Bridge Readings: Janet Paisley
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Insights into the life, mind and work of writer Janet Paisley, author of 'White Rose Rebel'.
5 Jun 7.00 National Library of Scotland, Edinburgh
Chris Hannan
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Scottish novelist Chris Hannan introduces possible future bestseller 'MISSY' to the crime fiction reading public. 'Part of the Leith Festival'.
4 Jun 7.00–8.00 The Raj Restaurant (Upstairs), Edinburgh
David Donaldson
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Managing Editor of DC Thomson and writer of 'The Broons' and 'Oor Wullie' tells some colourful tales from his time behind the comics.
28 May 7.00 National Library of Scotland, Edinburgh
David Stewart Valentine
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Chat and signing by David Stewart Valentine, local author of 'Leith Lives', 'Leith at Random' and editor of 'Porthole' magazine. 'Part of the Leith Festival'.
4 Jun 2.00–4.00 Leith Library, 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
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
Hearts' Greatest Ever Season
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The year in question is 1957-58 and lifelong supporter Mike Buckle leads a trip down memory lane. 'Part of the Leith Festival'.
5 Jun 7.00–8.00 The Raj Restaurant (Upstairs), Edinburgh
A Herd of Red Deer
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Launch of the revitalised edition of Frank Fraser-Darling's wildlife tome, which is part of the Luath Wild Lives Series. Please RSVP to Angela Audretsch.
22 May 6.00 Swann Buildings, Edinburgh
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
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
Kipper's Birthday
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Celebrate Kipper the Dog's birthday with a day of fun activities.
31 May 11.00am–4.00 Waterstone's, Edinburgh
Lari Don
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Lari pops in to read from her first book, 'First Aid for Fairies and Other Fabled Beasts', and explain some of the traditional myths and legends behind it . 'Part of the Leith Festival'.
31 May 11.00am–12.00 Leith Community Education Centre, Edinburgh
Leith Festival Children's Writing Competition 2008 Prize-giving
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In spring the budding literary talents of Primary Five pupils in Leith put pen to paper under the tutelage of author Lari Don. Listen to the winning story and watch some possible future writers take their first literary steps. 'Part of the Leith Festival'.
31 May 3.00–4.30 Leith Community Education Centre, Edinburgh
The Leith Festival Storytelling Club
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Leith-centric tales with a revolving roster of storytellers, held in the oldest pub in Leith. 'Part of the Leith Festival'.
30 May–7 Jun, not 1 Jun 7.30–9.30 Carriers Quarters, 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
The Lost Makar
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Party like it's 1299 with poetry and period music inspired by the lost makar, Roull of Corstorphine, performed by Edinburgh's first poet laureate Stewart Conn and musician-jester John Sampson.
26 Jun 7.00 Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh
Matthew Fort
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A literary lunch with the author of 'Sweet Honey, Bitter Lemons: Travels in Sicily on a Vespa'. Ticket price includes a three-course lunch and glass of wine.
27 May 11.45am Valvona & Crolla, Edinburgh
Old Town Adventure
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Join storyteller Donald Smith to hear stories of Old Edinburgh, then pick up an Old Town adventure pack and continue the journey of discovery around the closes and wynds of Edinburgh's Canongate. Suitable for families with children aged 7-10.
21 Jun 1.30 & 3.30 Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh
Old Town Festival
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A celebration of Edinburgh's Old Town with theatre, storytelling events and visual art.
16 Jun–29 Jun (Times vary) Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh
Poems Aloud: Edinburgh
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An Old Town Festival special with locally-inspired poetry. Please book in advance as spaces are limited.
18 Jun 1.00–2.00 Scottish Poetry Library, Edinburgh
Poems Aloud: Iain Crichton Smith
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A celebration of the much-loved poetry of Iain Crichton Smith on the 80th anniversary and 10 years after his death. Hosted by Christine De Luca. Please book in advance.
20 May 10.00am–2.00 Scottish Poetry Library, Edinburgh
Poetry from New Zealand
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Andrew Johnstone and Gerrie Fellows bring the land of New Zealand alive with readings from their respective collections, 'Sol' and 'Window for a Small Blue Child'. Booking required.
29 May 7.30 Scottish Poetry Library, Edinburgh
Poetry, Music and Plants
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Poet Carol Ann Duffy and medieval musician John Sampson work together to create a show for children and adults alike. 'Part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe'.
18 Aug–25 Aug 12.00 Royal Botanic Garden (Lecture Theatre), Edinburgh
Readers Day
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An afternoon of workshops, advice and bookswapping with an appearance from Anne Donovan (author of 'Buddha Da') . Booking advised.
31 May 2.00–6.00 Scottish Book Trust, Edinburgh
Reading Group: New Books
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Librarian Julie Johnstone will select the pick of the library's new poetry for discussion at this monthly group. This month's book is 'Tilt' by Jean Sprackland. For booking and more details please phone or email reception@spl.org.uk.
9 Jun 6.30–8.00 Scottish Poetry Library, Edinburgh
Reading Group: Nothing but The Poem
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Removing the pressures of review, criticism and hype, and without relying on background knowledge, this gentle reading group led by Julie Johnstone focuses on the reader's response to the text. For booking and more details please phone or email reception@spl.org.uk
27 May, 2 Jun, 24 Jun 6.30–8.00 Scottish Poetry Library, Edinburgh
Reading Group: Round Table
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An informal poetry reading group that encourages lively debate and offers members the chance to choose the poems. For booking and more details please phone or email reception@spl.org.uk
26 May, 16 Jun 6.00–8.00 Scottish Poetry Library, Edinburgh
Sample Saturday: Arvon Courses at Moniack Mhor
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Novelist Cynthia and poet John Glenday offer a taster of their creative writing courses. Booking required.
24 May 11.00am–2.30 Scottish Poetry Library, Edinburgh
Say it in Scots
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Learn some new words and phrases to encapsulate the Scottish psyches with Chris Robinson. 'Part of the Leith Festival'.
3 Jun 8.00 The Raj Restaurant (Upstairs), Edinburgh
Scottish International Storytelling Festival
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A celebration of oral storytelling featuring music, song, film, workshops, talks and international guests. This year's programme is still to be announced, see website for updates.
24 Oct–2 Nov (Times vary) Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh
Self-Help for the 21st Century
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In 1859 Samuel Smiles published 'Self-Help'. Find out what some more modern thinkers have to say on the subject of the attainment of happiness at the launch of 'Self-Help for the 21st Century'. Please RSVP to Angela Audretsch.
22 May 7.00 National Library of Scotland, Edinburgh
Shore Poets
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This month the special guests are Stephanie Green and Ken Cockburn with a cappella singing from Just Voices.
25 May 7.45 Mai Thai, Edinburgh
Stefan Sagmeister Book Launch
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The seminal New York graphic designer, who has worked with Lou Reed, and whose 20ft inflatable monkeys launched the Six Cities Design festival last year, makes two very rare public appearances (a lunchtime book signing in Glasgow and an evening talk in Edinburgh) to launch his new book.
21 May 6.00 The Hub, Edinburgh
Storytelling Café: Royal Mile
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John Fee hosts the evening, where you can contribute or sit back and just enjoy the tales.
11 Jun 7.00 Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh
Trainspotting Tour
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Tim Bell leads a behind the story tour of Irvine Welsh's seminal novel, 'Trainspotting'. 'Part of the Leith Festival'.
30 May, 4 Jun–7 Jun 7.30–9.30 Port O'Leith, Edinburgh
VoxBox
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Spoken word and music night, dreamed up from the fevered brains of Edinburgh performance poets Anita Govan and Kevin Cadwallender and running on the first Thursday of every month. Tonight Dutch punk poet Harry Zevenbergen makes an appearance.
5 Jun 7.30 The Meadows Bar, Edinburgh

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