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Books events in Lanarkshire

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Events in Lanarkshire

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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East Kilbride Comic Con

27th September 2025 - 28th September 2025

East Kilbride Comic Con is back, with more traders, props and all of your favourite heroes and villains for two full days on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th September!

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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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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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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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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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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:

Dear Library

Dear Library

20th June 2025 - 18th April 2026

To mark our 100th birthday, the National Library of Scotland presents a special exhibition, 'Dear Library'.

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Palace Page Turners

Palace Page Turners

Selected dates between 7th March 2025 - 5th December 2025

Many authors have been inspired to pick up their pen to write about the Palace of Holyroodhouse. These sessions will explore these literary works followed by a hearty discussion!

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Children’s Book Festival at the Institut français d’Écosse

Children’s Book Festival at the Institut français d’Écosse

27th September 2025

Calling all young readers, curious minds, and budding storytellers! Join us at the Institut français d’Écosse for the Children’s Book Festival on Saturday 27th September!

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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 Glasgow

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

Four Brits Book Fest

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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Book Exchange at Holmwood

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

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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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:

Court Of The Dead Launch

Court Of The Dead Launch

27th September 2025

Join Waterstones Braehead to celebrate the launch of The Court of the Dead, book two in The Nico Di Angelo Adventures!

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An Evening With Daniel Aubrey

An Evening With Daniel Aubrey

3rd October 2025

Join Waterstones Braehead for a fantastic night of crime with Daniel Aubrey, interviewed by Alex Kane to celebrate the release of Aubrey's new book, The Dying Light.

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Bloody Scotland Debut Panel

Bloody Scotland Debut Panel

20th September 2025

Are you unable to get to Stirling for the Bloody Scotland Festival? Don't fear, you can meet the brilliant authors shortlisted for the Bloody Scotland Debut Prize at Waterstones Braehead!

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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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Popular Events

Stargazing at New Lanark
A spectacular stargazing event will take place at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of New Lanark on their rooftop garden on Saturday 15th November!
The Mythical Mystery Hunt
This autumn, follow Historic Environment Scotland's family trail at Bothwell Castle to discover some of the magical and mystical creatures of Scottish folklore!
Restorative Yoga For Better Sleep
This 90-minute Restorative Yoga class from Yoga By Gillian is a gentle yet transformative practice, perfect for easing tension, promoting relaxation, and improving your sleep.
AC/DC UK
AC/DC UK, one of the most popular and exciting tribute acts to rock legends AC/DC, will return to Airdrie Town Hall on Saturday 7th February!
ECHO Players present Jack and the Beanstalk
The ECHO Players return to East Kilbride Arts centre this Christmas with a giant of a pantomime... Jack and the Beanstalk!

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Airdrie Town Hall Chatelherault Country Park East Kilbride Arts Centre East Kilbride Village Theatre Lanark Memorial Hall Lanternhouse Cumbernauld Rutherglen Town Hall Strathclyde Country Park The Town House Hamilton