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Books events in Lanarkshire

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Events in Lanarkshire

An Evening With Professor David Wilson

16th January 2026

Popular criminologist and media presenter Professor David Wilson returns to his childhood hometown of Carluke to discuss his latest book, A History of Modern Britain in Twenty Murders!

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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:

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

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Enter THE CASTLE with Jon Ronson - Mystery, Crime & Unmoored Men

Enter THE CASTLE with Jon Ronson - Mystery, Crime & Unmoored Men

19th September 2026

In this brand-new live show Jon Ronson, bestselling author of The Psychopath Test, brings us on a perilous journey with his new book!

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Miriam’s Full English LIVE

Miriam’s Full English LIVE

6th October 2026

Join Miriam Margolyes OBE in conversation at the Edinburgh Playhouse for stories from her new book, naughty confessions, and a no-holds-barred Q&A where no question is off-limits!

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Jay Rayner: Nights Out in the Kitchen

Jay Rayner: Nights Out in the Kitchen

27th September 2026

Join wit, raconteur, and occasional pastry-wrangler Jay Rayner, for a couple of hours of intense foodie insight, fabulous dinner ideas and the occasional dodgy one too.

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Books Events in Fife

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Utopia

Utopia

8th November 2025 - 1st March 2026

Utopia is a book, exhibition and workshop programme that explores our never-ending quest for a perfect life in the towns and cities where we live and work.

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Books Events in Glasgow

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Bookface Sip & Swap with Catherine Newman

Bookface Sip & Swap with Catherine Newman

4th February 2026

Join Bookface Sip & Swap on Wednesday 4th February at FESTA for an intimate and cosy evening of bookish chat with New York Times bestselling author Catherine Newman!

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Bookface Sip & Swap with Tom Hindle

Bookface Sip & Swap with Tom Hindle

28th February 2026

Join Bookface Sip & Swap on Saturday 28th February at Glaschu for a morning of bookish chat with Sunday Times bestselling novelist Tom Hindle!

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Gray Day

Gray Day

25th February 2026

Gray Day, the annual celebration of the late Alasdair Gray, returns with an evening of celebration at Oran Mor Glasgow featuring readings, comedy performances, film screenings and more!

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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:

Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions

Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions

Selected dates between 7th January 2026 - 19th December 2026

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

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Books Events in Stirling

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Literary Escape Festival - Stirling

Literary Escape Festival - Stirling

28th March 2026

Being held at Bridge of Allan Parish Church on 28th March, The Literary Escape Festival is a one-day grassroots book festival celebrating independent authors, local creatives, and small businesses!

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Events in Other Areas

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Popular Events

Chatelherault Market
Held weekly on Sundays from 10am - 3pm, Chatelherault Market showcases the best produce Scotland has to offer!
Over The Top - The Tartan Army 28 Years Later
Take an unforgettable trip down memory lane, celebrating 28 years of the legendary Tartan Army spirit at The Town House Hamilton on Friday 8th May!
Bugsy Malone
Shine Theatre bursts onto the stage at The Town House Hamilton this January with Bugsy Malone, the splurge-filled musical comedy that's a hit for all ages!
North Pole Express
North Pole Express at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre is an enchanting winter exhibition for families and younger visitors!
Over The Top - The Tartan Army 28 Years Later
Take an unforgettable trip down memory lane, celebrating 28 years of the legendary Tartan Army spirit at Rutherglen Town Hall on Friday 22nd May!

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