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Edinburgh University Creative Writing Jobs
(23 May 2013) |
Edinburgh University’s well-established Creative Writing programme is inviting applications for two prominent posts this year – a Lecturer in Creative Writing and a Writer in… |
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Exciting mix on James Tait Black shortlist
(23 May 2013) |
The shortlist of one of Britain’s oldest literature awards is a wonderful mix of established and emerging writers, including rising stars such as Jenni… |
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Rare Harry Potter First Edition Raises 150k
(23 May 2013) |
A unique edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone has raised an impressive £150k as part of a sale of annotated first editions for… |
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Edinburgh's Rebustours awarded 4 stars
(22 May 2013) |
Our congrats to Mr Colin Brown, Rebustours director and regular salon attendee - Rebustours has just been awarded Four Stars out of five by… |
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Dr Gavin Wallace Fellowship launched
(16 May 2013) |
A new fellowship to support writers based in Scotland has been established to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr Gavin Wallace. Gavin was a… |
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Great Gatsby first edition sold in Edinburgh
(16 May 2013) |
A first edition of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic tale of glamour and greed in the Jazz Age recently sold for £1875, more than double its… |
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Mysterious book sculptor strikes again
(16 May 2013) |
The Scottish Poetry Library has been surprised by the appearance of yet another gorgeous book sculpture from Edinburgh’s mysterious benefactor, the first received… |
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Shortlist for Bloody Scotland and Lennoxlove
(16 May 2013) |
Bloody Scotland, Scotland’s first-ever international crime writing festival, and the Lennoxlove Book Festival have been shortlisted for the 2013 Scottish Thistle Awards in the… |
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Ardtornish Writers Retreat: open for applications
(09 May 2013) |
Last year award-winning author Jackie Kay was Writer in Residence at Ardtornish Writers Retreat. She stayed in Rose Cottage on the estate, using the… |
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Opportunity: Young Writers Awards
(09 May 2013) |
Are you aged between 14 and 17 and living in Scotland? Do you love to… |
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National Flash Fiction Day for Edinburgh
(06 May 2013) |
Blind Poetics , Illicit Ink , Inky Fingers and Writers' Bloc have come together to celebrate the UK’s second National Flash Fiction Day.… |
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Thoughts from our intern Stefani one month in
(03 May 2013) |
We're delighted to have two interns with us for two days a week for two months, with thanks to support from Amb:IT:ion Scotland… |
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New Graphic Novel award announced
(02 May 2013) |
A new award for English Language graphic novels has been announced. Created in collaboration with Edinburgh International Book Festival and Graphic Scotland, the 9th… |
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Scottish Book Trust invites tales of treasure
(02 May 2013) |
Scottish Book Trust is celebrating the news that Book Week Scotland will return for a second year with a new collection of stories and… |
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Job opportunity: City of Literature
(01 May 2013) |
Edinburgh UNESCO City of Literature Trust is looking for a Communications Executive. Deadline: 15th May 2013 In 2004 Edinburgh… |
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V. S. Pritchett Memorial Prize open for submission
(25 April 2013) |
The Royal Society of Literature has announced that the fourteenth V.S. Pritchett Memorial Prize for best unpublished short story of the year is now… |
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World Press Freedom Day 2013: 3rd May
(25 April 2013) |
May 3rd is the date which celebrates the fundamental principles of press freedom; to evaluate press freedom around the world, to defend the media… |
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Edinburgh Showcase 2013 announced
(24 April 2013) |
We're excited today to learn of the participants in this year's British Council Edinburgh Showcase . A biennial project, the showcase… |
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Granta Best Young Novelists
(15 April 2013) |
2013 may be the most exciting year for Young British Novelists in 10 years. For only the 4th time in 40 years, the Granta and… |
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Leith Library Clothes Swap
(15 April 2013) |
For the budget conscious fashionista, Leith Library will be the place to be on Saturday 27th of April from 2pm-4pm. The library… |
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Edinburgh World Writers' Conference seeks artist
(11 April 2013) |
The Edinburgh World Writers’ Conference, the project responsible for a series of events travelling the world capturing the essence of today’s literature, is on the… |
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John Byrne to transform the Kings Dome
(11 April 2013) |
The ceiling of the King’s Theatre Dome will soon undergo a dramatic transformation, thanks to a new commission from renowned Scottish artist John Byrne.… |
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Opportunity: James Hogg Creative residency
(11 April 2013) |
The Ettrick and Yarrow Development Project have secured funding for a James Hogg Creative residency to be based in the upper Ettrick Valley, Selkirkshire… |
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Staying up late for World Book Night 2013
(11 April 2013) |
World Book Night returns on 23 April, encouraging booklovers everywhere to share their favourite books, take part in special events or simply stay up late… |
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Story Shop 2013: Call for applications
(11 April 2013) |
The City of Literature Trust is looking for new, emerging writers to read their work as part of Story Shop at the Edinburgh International… |
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Getting to know... our intern Mariclaire
(08 April 2013) |
We're delighted to have two interns with us for two days a week for the next two months, with thanks to support from… |
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World Heritage Day: 18 April
(05 April 2013) |
World Heritage Day is a globally celebrated day dedicated to raising awareness of the diversity of cultural heritage. Edinburgh’s World Heritage charity, funded by… |
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Getting to know... our intern Stefani
(04 April 2013) |
We're delighted to have two interns with us for two days a week for the next two months, with thanks to support from… |
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Discover Edinburgh's Hidden Georgian Gems
(28 March 2013) |
A new tour from Mercat - Scotland’s only 5 star walking tour company - is offering everyone the chance to discover some of the hidden… |
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Funded PhD Studentship
(26 March 2013) |
The Poetry and Practice of Thomas A. Clark University of Dundee / Scottish Poetry Library Applications are invited for an AHRC-funded Collaborative Doctoral… |
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National Poetry Month is almost upon us
(21 March 2013) |
Every year, April brings us National Poetry Month – a time to celebrate poetry in all its glory. In a literary city such as Edinburgh,… |
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Scottish Literature Call for Papers
(21 March 2013) |
In 2014, the first World Congress of Scottish Literatures in the College of Arts will be launched. Hosted by the University of Glasgow, the congress… |
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Edinburgh Library Service Shortlisted for Award
(15 March 2013) |
Our literary city has an excellent library service, a fact that’s caught the attention of the judges for the 2013 instalment of The Bookseller Industry… |
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Inky Fingers Seeks Workshop Facilitators
(15 March 2013) |
Local writers’ collective Inky Fingers is looking for two experienced workshop facilitators able to introduce spoken word and performance poetry to local writers’ groups this… |
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Mardibooks and IdeasTap launch short story comp
(08 March 2013) |
Short story writers who are looking for the chance to get a little feedback on their work are invited to submit stories to a new… |
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Scotland's largest Children's Book Prize winners
(08 March 2013) |
Children from around the country have chosen the winners of the 2012 Scottish Children’s Book Awards – two Edinburgh-based authors John Fardell and Jonathan Meres… |
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Job opportunity: Marketing & Comms Officer
(05 March 2013) |
The Scottish Storytelling Centre seeks a Marketing & Communications Officer, fixed term until 31 December 2013 Salary £18,300 to £19,830 Main… |
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Fellowship to honour Dr. Gavin Wallace announced
(01 March 2013) |
A new fellowship has been launched to pay tribute to the lifelong passion, vision and commitment of Dr. Gavin Wallace, a wise and supportive addition… |
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New Historical Fiction Festival launches
(01 March 2013) |
Summerhall , Edinburgh’s newest and biggest arts complex, launches the inaugural Historical Fiction Festival. The festival, which will be the biggest of its… |
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Walking with Poets Residencies
(01 March 2013) |
'I only went out for a walk and finally concluded to stay out till sundown, for going out, I found, was really going in.' … |
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Job opportunity: SPL project manager
(28 February 2013) |
SPL project manager (freelance) The Scottish Poetry Library is looking for a part-time manager for two exciting projects: the Walking with Poets Residency during… |
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New Manga store opens in Edinburgh
(22 February 2013) |
Manga and Anime fans in Scotland’s capital now have the chance to browse shelves packed with their favourite Japanese characters here in Edinburgh, thanks to… |
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Poetry takes to the catwalk with StAnza
(22 February 2013) |
Poetry will have a chance to shine on the catwalk at this year’s StAnza poetry festival , thanks to a unique collaboration between two… |
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Caledonia Dreamin' seeks strange Scottish fiction
(15 February 2013) |
Scottish writers Chris Kelso and Hal Duncan all calling out to Scottish writers – whether by dint of birth or inclination – to… |
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Kirsty Wark and Sally Magnusson: Inspirations
(15 February 2013) |
Two of Scotland’s leading female journalists and presenters will discuss their inspirations at a unique event at the Mitchell Library in Glasgow. The unmissable… |
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Our Town Stories: Literary Edinburgh
(15 February 2013) |
Unravel and explore Edinburgh’s fascinating past with the help of the Our Town Stories Site. Created by Edinburgh Libraries and with help from a… |
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Call for submissions
(12 February 2013) |
Contributions are sought for Literary Translation and Scotland , an edited collection of translated poetry, translated short fiction, and critical essays in English,… |
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Dissecting Edinburgh: Medicine and Literature
(08 February 2013) |
There are many facets to Edinburgh’s personality and the Dissecting Edinburgh project highlights two of its most fascinating. The city has… |
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Glitz Lit: Encouraging teen readers
(08 February 2013) |
In an age where teenage girls are increasingly saying they don’t have enough time for books, new initiative Glitz Lit aims to help them reconnect… |
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Sad loss for the City of Literature
(06 February 2013) |
We are deeply saddened by the death of Gavin Wallace. Gavin was a Portfolio Manager at Creative Scotland, and handled Literature, Publishing and… |
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Alexander McCall Smith unveils art wall
(05 February 2013) |
Alexander McCall Smith unveiled a public art wall bearing his words - 'This is a city of shifting light, of changing skies, of sudden… |
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New home for the City of Literature Trust
(01 February 2013) |
After several happy years housed at the Central Library on George IV Bridge, the Edinburgh UNESCO City of Literature Trust is heading to a… |
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StAnza 2013 poetry festival programme launched
(01 February 2013) |
The exciting programme for StAnza 2013 was revealed at the National Library here in Edinburgh this week at a special event featuring guests Ron… |
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Internship: City of Literature Trust
(24 January 2013) |
The City of Literature Trust is looking for support from two interns for the period February 2013 – April 2013. Edinburgh is the world's… |
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Winter literary events for firing your imagination
(24 January 2013) |
Winter in the capital may be chilly and a touch grey on occasion, but the libraries, arts organisations and bookshops of Edinburgh are inviting… |
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Edinburgh Libraries offering online magazines
(18 January 2013) |
We may already love our libraries for their brilliant books, community services and friendly spaces, but now readers can enjoy a whole new selection… |
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Rare Burns poem up for auction
(18 January 2013) |
As we ready ourselves for the festivities of Burns Night (find out how Edinburgh is celebrating the bard ), a 222-year-old poem by Robert… |
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Job opportunity: Writer Development Manager
(17 January 2013) |
Writer Development Manager (Maternity Leave) Reporting to Head of Programme Salary: £26,000 per annum, full-time. This is a fixed term post… |
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Burns Night in Edinburgh
(14 January 2013) |
Tis the season to... remember Rabbie Burns! Burns Night on 25th January is fast approaching, and there's plenty of events going on in our… |
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50 Plays for Edinburgh
(11 January 2013) |
To celebrate fifty years of magical theatre, the Traverse is staging a unique event with the help of its recently chosen Traverse Fifty… |
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Burns Night at Captain's Bar
(11 January 2013) |
Our friends at Captain's Bar are having a Burns night on Tuesday 22nd January . For the second year Neil Thomson… |
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Wee Stories for all ages
(09 January 2013) |
Are you interested in creating work for a shared performance? Are you between 6 and 96 ? This six month long community participatory… |
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Nicola Morgan: Patron of Reading!
(08 January 2013) |
Edinburgh's Nicola Morgan has just become Scotland's first Patron of Reading. This new scheme, devised by Tim Redgrave, dynamic Head of Ysgol Esgob Morgan in… |
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Festive wishes from Edinburgh's Makar
(21 December 2012) |
A wee word from Edinburgh's Makar Ron Butlin, on the year coming to a close and the one about to begin...… |
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Three cheers for Traverse Fifty
(21 December 2012) |
All set to celebrate 50 years of brilliant performances, Edinburgh’s Traverse Theatre reveals its Traverse Fifty, whose plays will be performed in January. Earlier… |
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Opportunity: we seek Trustees to join our Board
(19 December 2012) |
Do you love books, words, ideas? Adore Edinburgh? Are you inspired that Edinburgh is the world’s first UNESCO City of Literature, pioneer in an… |
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Festive opening hours
(18 December 2012) |
In case you're planning a visit to one of Edinburgh's bookish institutions, some details of festive opening hours: National Library… |
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Stuart Kelly joins Man Booker Prize judging panel
(18 December 2012) |
Critic Stuart Kelly has been selected as a judge for the Man Booker Prize 2013 , joining BBC presenter Martha Kearney, writer and… |
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Canongate Winter Wall projects festive fun
(14 December 2012) |
Edinburgh’s winter walkers can enjoy a special dose of festive fun this year, thanks to the Canongate Winter Wall. Featuring animated snowflakes drawn by… |
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StAnza 2013 welcomes Welsh poets
(14 December 2012) |
Scotland’s International Poetry Festival will welcome seven Welsh poets to take part in the proceedings in 2013 - including the National Poet of Wales,… |
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Angela Carter wins James Taits 'best of the best'
(07 December 2012) |
Angela Carter’s masterpiece Nights at the Circus has been selected as best of the best by the James Tait Black… |
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Saltire Society Literary Awards 2012
(04 December 2012) |
The Saltire Society Literary Awards' winners were announced at the National Library of Scotland on St Andrew's Day as part of Book… |
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A fresh wave of mysterious paper sculptures
(30 November 2012) |
The fabulous paper sculptures celebrating the beauty of books that took Edinburgh by storm last year have returned – in support of Book Week… |
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How to be a World Book Night giver
(30 November 2012) |
On April 23, tens of thousands of book lovers will give away free copies of some of their favourite books as part of World… |
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Two graphic novels on Costa shortlist
(23 November 2012) |
Two graphic novels have been included in the shortlist for the 2012 Costa Book Awards, showing some welcome love for the artform. Days… |
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Blackwell's Children's Book Tree 2012
(21 November 2012) |
The Children's Book Tree project, run by Blackwell's Bookshop in South Bridge, has launched for 2012, with German biscuits, fruit punch and a few… |
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Edinburgh's paper sculptures return from tour
(16 November 2012) |
In the summer, Edinburgh waved a temporary goodbye to its collection of mysterious paper sculptures . Now, having completed a nationwide tour, all ten… |
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Scotlands literary stars slug it out for Saltire
(16 November 2012) |
The Saltire Society’s Scottish Book of the Year 2012 shortlist sees a swathe of literary heavyweights tipped for the £5,000 prize. With such a… |
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The Late John Libbel...
(12 November 2012) |
Robert Louis Stevenson Day 13 November 2012 You may have been… |
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Previously: History Festival offers peek into past
(09 November 2012) |
For a wee peek into Scotland’s fascinating past, have a gander at the packed programme for Previously... Scotland’s History Festival. Running between 13 –… |
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Happy publication day to Ian Rankin!
(08 November 2012) |
Rebus returns to bookshelves across the land today, with the publication of Ian Rankin’s long-awaited Standing in Another Man’s Grave .… |
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World Book Night 2013: titles announced
(08 November 2012) |
Drum roll please! World Book Night's 20 titles for 2013 have been revealed, and we're delighted to see books by two of Edinburgh's favourite… |
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Anobii First Book Award. And the winner is...
(05 November 2012) |
Dr Youssef Ziedan’s debut novel, Azazeel , was announced today as the winner of the 2012 Edinburgh International Book Festival’s Anobii First… |
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Traverse Fifty deadline on horizon
(02 November 2012) |
Edinburgh’s own Traverse Theatre plans to celebrate 50 years of brilliant performances with the help of 50 new writers in 2013 - and the… |
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#RLSDay 2012: Robert Louis Stevenson Day
(26 October 2012) |
Robert Louis Stevenson Day 13 November 2012 Robert Louis Stevenson… |
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Book Week Scotland brilliance launched
(26 October 2012) |
The appetite of even the biggest bibliophile is sure to be sated with the launch of the new Book Week Scotland programme. Stuffed with… |
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Top book award looking for best of the best
(26 October 2012) |
The long-running James Tait Black Prize is this year searching for the pinnacle of perfection, having announced a Best of the Best… |
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Authors abound at Edinburgh Radical Book Fair
(19 October 2012) |
The Edinburgh Radical Book Fair will roll into Out The Blue Drill Hall between 24-28 October for its 16th edition, bringing a whole host… |
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Discover NLS nominated for best cover award
(19 October 2012) |
The National Library of Scotland’s magazine, Discover NLS, has been nominated for ‘Best Scottish Magazine Cover of the Decade’ at the Scottish Magazine Awards.… |
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By Leaves We Live Book Fair approaches
(12 October 2012) |
The annual book fair at By Leaves We Live is the ideal place for bibliophiles and poetry fanatics to indulge in some of their… |
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Edinburgh Central Library launches WW1 History Hub
(12 October 2012) |
The World War One History Hub is a new resource for anyone curious about the men and women who survived those turbulent years. Located… |
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Spotlight on Dyslexia: Dyslexia Awareness Week
(12 October 2012) |
Now in its 21st year, Dyslexia Awareness Week returns for 2012 with the theme ‘Spotlight on Dyslexia’. This annual campaign highlights the problems –… |
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New Reading Room for National Library
(05 October 2012) |
The National Library of Scotland is happy to announce the opening of a new Reading Room at its main library building on George IV… |
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Tam o' Shanter Great Reboot extension announced
(05 October 2012) |
As the closing date for the Great of Tam o’ Shanter grew near, the judges were inundated with requests for an extension. Keen to… |
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New home for Neu! Reekie!
(28 September 2012) |
Monthly literary event Neu! Reekie! has found a new home at arts complex Summerhall. The team behind the monthly avant-garde celebration of poetry… |
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New training opportunities for writers from SBT
(28 September 2012) |
The Scottish Book Trust has announced a call for applications for two excellent training opportunities for published writers. … |
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival 2012
(28 September 2012) |
Once Upon a Story: Folktales of Europe 19-28th October This autumn, Scotland lights its seasonal storytelling… |
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Hansel and Gretel ballet based writing competition
(21 September 2012) |
The National Library of Scotland, Scottish Ballet and The Scotsman have teamed up to launch a creative writing contest for adults with a twist.… |
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Tense wait for J K Rowlings Casual Vacancy
(21 September 2012) |
The wait for J K Rowling’s latest book has been anything but casual. Potter-lovers and literature pundits alike have been feverishly awaiting The… |
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Simon Puttock on Roald Dahl Funny Prize shortlist!
(20 September 2012) |
Our hearty congrats and throaty cheers go to Edinburgh dwelling, lit salon regular, and frequently dapper Simon Puttock – his book The Baby… |
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Literary fun at Edinburgh Doors Open Day
(14 September 2012) |
Every year some of Edinburgh’s most beautiful buildings and inspiring organisations throw their doors open and invite the city in to explore free of charge.… |
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New workshops and events at the Traverse
(14 September 2012) |
The Traverse Theatre is encouraging new writers and emerging directors to come along and hone their skills at a variety of new workshops and… |
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New library times from October 1
(04 September 2012) |
Good news for library lovers! Library times they are a-changing! From 1 October 2012, twenty of the City of Edinburgh Council… |
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Green Pencil Award 2012
(30 August 2012) |
Green Pencil Award , an annual creative writing competition for Edinburgh children, was launched at the Hermitage of Braid with pupils… |
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Impossible Gifties by Sheena Blackhall
(29 August 2012) |
We're delighted to learn that Aberdeen's Sheena Blackhall has written ten poems in response to Edinburgh book sculptures! The sculptures are currently… |
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Traverse Fifty!
(29 August 2012) |
2013 is a very big year for the Traverse Theatre here in Edinburgh. They'll be celebrating their 50th birthday, and invite 50… |
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Ken MacLeod Becomes University Writer In Residence
(16 August 2012) |
Renowned sci-fi author Ken MacLeod has been selected as Writer in Residence at Edinburgh Napier University . Hailing from Stornoway, Ken is… |
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RLS's 'Thrawn Janet' reinvented
(13 August 2012) |
Andrew C Ferguson loves Robert Louis Stevenson, and has some exciting news relating to Stevenson's 'Thrawn Janet'. Though he has too many… |
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Edinburgh hosts UK's First Magazine Festival
(09 August 2012) |
Edinburgh will be hosting the very first UK festival dedicated to magazines! MagFest will take over Our Dynamic Earth… |
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Award for Drama Added to James Tait Black
(02 August 2012) |
Great news for playwrights! Britain’s oldest literary awards, the James Tait Black prizes, have just announced that a new £10,000 award for drama has… |
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Calling All Nonfiction Writers!
(02 August 2012) |
Hi-Arts , in association with literary agents Jenny Brown Associates , are on the hunt for Scotland's best unpublished nonfiction.… |
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Edinburgh's mysterious Book Sculptures on tour!
(31 July 2012) |
We're delighted to be joining forces with the Scottish Poetry Library to send Edinburgh's mysterious Book Sculptures on a national tour… |
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Extraordinary Booklovers wanted...
(30 July 2012) |
Can you help save the nation from boredom with fantastic reading recommendations? Do you know someone who can? Scottish Book Trust has a very… |
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Mentoring Programme for New Playwrights
(26 July 2012) |
Playwrights' Studio, Scotland are offering all Scottish and Scotland-based writers the opportunity to join their mentoring programme. Every year, the organisation offers… |
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Edinburgh World Writers' Conference
(25 July 2012) |
Fancy sitting side by side with fifty world-renowned authors to discuss and debate the meaning and role of fiction in the world today? OF… |
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Opportunity: Administrative support
(13 July 2012) |
We need a helping hand... Administrative Support Services: Administrative Support Freelance – 1 day per week Duration: September 2012… |
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Leith Library Turns 80!
(12 July 2012) |
The very lovely Leith Library is turning 80! They're celebrating this milestone in style, and they invite you to join them.… |
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Tagore Exhibition at Edinburgh Napier
(11 July 2012) |
Edinburgh Napier University will be opening its doors for 'The Wayfaring Poet' an exhibition of photos giving us a snapshot into the life of… |
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Creative Writing experiment...
(06 July 2012) |
Would you like to be part of an engaging writing exercise, while possibly making a contribution to research in writing tools development? Of course… |
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Scottish Book Trust New Writers Awards 2012/13
(03 July 2012) |
Scottish Book Trust has announced that applications for the New Writers Awards 2012/13 have now opened. And this year, things… |
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Invitation to tender for new website
(28 June 2012) |
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New Stevenson Archive in Edinburgh
(28 June 2012) |
Some exciting news for R.L.S fans! A very special archive full of books, papers, letters, diaries and other interesting artefacts documenting the life of… |
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Scottish Children's Book Awards Shortlist
(26 June 2012) |
Finalists for the 2012 Scottish Children’s Book Awards have been announced! Run by our friends over at the Scottish Book Trust,… |
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Rebus Tours exclusive for 2012!
(25 June 2012) |
To celebrate the 25th anniversary of the first Rebus novel, Rebustours have made a thrilling announcement: their tours at the 2012 Edinburgh Festival Fringe will… |
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Edinburgh International Book Festival!
(20 June 2012) |
One of our favourite days in Edinburgh’s literary calendar is almost upon us – the launch of the Edinburgh International Book Festival! The day… |
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Story Shop - our writers!
(20 June 2012) |
Happy International Short Story Day, one and all. We're celebrating the short story and its compact beauty in more ways than one today, as… |
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Take Tea with Turing - call for submissions
(19 June 2012) |
Take Tea With Turing is a digital anthology of original creative work inspired by all elements of the life and legacy of Alan… |
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What's your literary moment?
(15 June 2012) |
Over at the English Literature department of the University of Edinburgh this year they've been celebrating their 250th birthday. As part of those celebrations,… |
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Finalists Announced for Book Awards 2012
(14 June 2012) |
Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust Book Awards 2012 - Finalists Announced The four finalists for Creative Scotland’s Scottish Mortgage Investment… |
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Jobs: Website Editor
(13 June 2012) |
The Scottish Book Trust seek a Website Editor This is a permanent part-time post, 3 days per week (Monday – Wednesday). Appointment will start… |
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lo-fi Scottish Low Budget Film Initiative
(07 June 2012) |
Calling all Writers, Directors and Producers...lo-fi wants you! lo-fi is a Scottish, low budget film initiative looking for exciting, up-and-coming talent.… |
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Rebus is Back!
(07 June 2012) |
Infamous Edinburgh-based writer Ian Rankin has announced the return of Detective Inspector John Rebus! After five years of absence, Rankin decided there… |
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Sir Arthur Conan Doyle: New stories discovered
(30 May 2012) |
It seems that even Sir Arthur Conan Doyle could have an off day... After Conan Doyle’s death in 1930, his publisher John… |
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Plans to Celebrate Dickens in Scotland
(22 May 2012) |
Aberdeen could become home to Scotland’s first ever Dickens Fellowship branch. The Dickens Fellowship was founded in London in 1902,… |
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Tam o' Shanter Reboot
(22 May 2012) |
Tam o’ Shanter was written by our national bard, Robert Burns, way back in 1790. The story of Tam’s journey home from the tavern… |
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New play from Edinburgh Makar Ron Butlin
(18 May 2012) |
Sweet Dreams, Ron Butlin's first original stage play, will be on at Oran Mor in Glasgow from 28 May to 2 June.… |
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Edinburgh Success at Bookseller Industry Awards!
(15 May 2012) |
It’s a double whammy for Edinburgh at the 2012 Bookseller Industry Awards ! We were very pleased to bring you the news when… |
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Norwich becomes sixth City of Literature
(10 May 2012) |
We congratulate Norwich on becoming the sixth UNESCO City of Literature , the second in the UK, and look forward… |
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Jobs: Living Voices Scotland Project Co-ordinator
(09 May 2012) |
The Scottish Poetry Library and the Scottish Storytelling Centre seek a Project Co-ordinator for exciting pilot project, Living Voices. LIVING VOICES:… |
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Jobs: PR Manager
(03 May 2012) |
The Scottish Book Trust seek a PR Manager Full Time, Maternity Cover – 6 months From July to December 2012 Salary: … |
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More Story Shop Success!
(01 May 2012) |
Having brought you the good news about Story Shop alumni Angela Jackson’s success as she gets her first book published, we have… |
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News for Illustrators: Picture Hooks
(01 May 2012) |
Calling all children’s illustrators! Picture Hooks are an exciting team of individuals who all believe passionately about the importance of… |
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Jobs: Children's Programme Co-ordinator
(30 April 2012) |
The Scottish Book Trust seek a Children’s Programme Co-ordinator Salary: £19,000 Full-time The post is for a fixed term until the… |
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Jennie Erdal on Desmond Elliott Prize longlist
(27 April 2012) |
Congratulations to Jennie Erdal, whose novel The Missing Shade of Blue has been longlisted for the fifth Desmond Elliott Prize 2012! The… |
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Brand New Mercat Tours
(24 April 2012) |
Take a look at what the lovely people at Mercat Tours are up to! Here at City of Literature, we… |
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Edinburgh Celebrates at Bookseller Industry Awards
(17 April 2012) |
It’s good news for our City of Literature at the 2012 Bookseller Industry Awards . A big congratulations to Edinburgh… |
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EIBF 2012 RBS Schools Programme
(17 April 2012) |
Edinburgh International Book Festival have just released their 2012 RBS Schools Programme. Throughout August, the festival has organised events for… |
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J.K Rowling Announces New Book
(17 April 2012) |
J.K Rowling has announced her return with new novel The Casual Vacancy , her first since the last in the Harry Potter series… |
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Jobs: Writer Development Administrator
(16 April 2012) |
The Scottish Book Trust seek a Writer Development Administrator Salary: £18,000 pro rata, full-time permanent Background Scottish Book Trust… |
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Story Shop 2012: Call for applications
(12 April 2012) |
The City of Literature Trust is looking for new, emerging writers to read their work as part of Story Shop at the Edinburgh… |
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Canongate Talks: a new events series for Edinburgh
(11 April 2012) |
Our vibrant City of Literature has a brand new monthly events series, courtesy of award-winning publisher Canongate Books. Canongate Talks… |
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Double Celebrations for English Lit. Dept.
(05 April 2012) |
A big congratulations to the University of Edinburgh's English Literature Department as they win the title of Best Department at this year’s EUSA… |
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Jobs: Programme Manager (maternity)
(05 April 2012) |
Writers' Centre Norwich is currently looking for a Programme Manager (Maternity Cover) . Norwich is an exciting literary hub,… |
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Fledgling Press Design Competition Winner
(29 March 2012) |
Edinburgh College of Art student Camilla Botterell has been announced as the winner of the 2012 Fledgling Press Design Competition.… |
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Napier Student Publishing Project
(29 March 2012) |
Have a gander at what Edinburgh’s Napier University MSc Publishing folk are up to. Two teams of students are currently working on… |
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NEW Skriva Writing School
(29 March 2012) |
A new writing school has just emerged in our City of Literature. Skriva Writing School, which will be based in the city's Summerhall… |
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enLIGHTen... What did you think?
(27 March 2012) |
After weeks of lighting up our literary city, enLIGHTen has come to an end. Now it's down to you! We would love to know… |
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Literary line up at this year's Science Festival
(26 March 2012) |
Jo Power, Marketing Officer at the Edinburgh International Science Festival , tells us more about this year's bookish line up... Science and… |
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Jobs: Early Years Outreach Manager at SBT
(23 March 2012) |
Scottish Book Trust Early Years Programme Job Description Early Years Outreach Manager Salary £30,000 per annum Full-time, fixed term one year… |
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Jobs: Digital Marketing at Scottish Book Trust
(19 March 2012) |
Digital Marketing Co-ordinator Job Description This is a permanent full-time post. Salary: £21,000 per year Background Scottish Book Trust (SBT)… |
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Seven Wonders of Scotland
(17 February 2012) |
It's a competition, from our friends at Birlinn... The Seven Wonders of Scotland is a creative project to imagine seven wonders of… |
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Edinburgh Library Excitement
(13 February 2012) |
Following National Library Day earlier this month, here at the City of Literature hub we thought it was about time to celebrate… |
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Job Opportunity: Scottish Poetry Library
(13 February 2012) |
The Scottish Poetry Library is looking for a Programme Manager to start in Spring 2012. Those interested in joining this dynamic organisation and who… |
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Jobs: Edinburgh International Book Festival
(19 January 2012) |
If you love books the Edinburgh International Book Festival is a terrific opportunity to gain experience in the festival and literary sector. EIBF… |
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Opportunity for playwrights: Creative Fellowship
(12 January 2012) |
The University of Edinburgh's Institute for Advanced Studies in Humanities (IASH), in partnership with the Traverse Theatre, have opened applications… |
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Masters by Research Studentships
(20 December 2011) |
Edinburgh Napier University ’s Institute of Creative Industries has announced that applications are open for a funded , part time Masters… |
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enLIGHTen given green light for 2012
(15 December 2011) |
enLIGHTen 2012 We're delighted to… |
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Edinburgh authors on Saltire Society
(05 December 2011) |
Luke Williams ’ The Echo Chamber was unveiled as the winner of the Best First Book category at yesterday’s Saltire… |
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Mystery Book Sculptures on the BBC
(29 November 2011) |
Listen to a great feature on BBC Radio Scotland’s lunchtime Book Cafe . Regular visitors here are probably aware of the… |
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Job Opportunity: Scottish Poetry Library
(24 November 2011) |
The Scottish Poetry Library is looking for a Communications Manager to start in January. Those interested in joining this dynamic organisation and who are… |
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Cove Park Literature Residencies
(15 November 2011) |
Cove Park have just announced that applications for their 2012 programme of funded literature residencies are now open. Cove Park,… |
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New Writers' Awards for Playwrights
(08 November 2011) |
Playwrights’ Studio, Scotland is excited to announce that the application process for the New Writers’ Awards for Playwrights is now open. Along… |
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UNESCO Creative Cities Conference
(02 November 2011) |
Edinburgh UNESCO City of Literature Trust is very pleased to have been asked to be a guest speaker in Seoul, South Korea, at their… |
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Peggy Hughes joins City of Literature Trust
(28 October 2011) |
There’s a new member of the team at Edinburgh UNESCO City of Literature Trust – Peggy Hughes will take up the role of Communications Executive… |
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An illustrious new arrival at Makars' Court
(27 October 2011) |
Edinburgh-born James Boswell , the 18th century biographer and diarist, will be receiving a rather belated birthday present… |
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Christos Tsiolkas' The Slap hits the BBC
(25 October 2011) |
City of Literature can not wait for new BBC series The Slap, based on the novel by award-winning Australian author Christos Tsiolkas. Hailing… |
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Stage to Page
(20 October 2011) |
Are you a budding playwright looking for the chance to collaborate and create with others? The Playwrights’ Studio Scotland is… |
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Opportunity for New Writers with SBT
(18 October 2011) |
Calling all Edinburgh-based writers! The Scottish Book Trust has just announced that applications for the New Writers Awards 2011/12 are now open.… |
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New Scottish Digital Publishing Company Announced
(12 October 2011) |
City of Literature are very excited to hear that Edinburgh-based novelist and literary agent, Allan Guthrie, has joined forces with serial entrepreneur and social… |
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Lennoxlove Book Festival
(06 October 2011) |
The programme for the third Lennoxlove Book Festival 2011 has been announced, with an intriguing double theme: creativity and power. The Festival,… |
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Job Opportunity: Scottish Poetry Library
(26 September 2011) |
The Scottish Poetry Library is looking for a project manager for WorldWideWords, the SPL’s project to broadcast a poem a day from each of… |
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New Chair for City of Literature Board of Trustees
(07 September 2011) |
Mary Campbell appointed as new Chair of Edinburgh UNESCO City of Literature Trust Edinburgh UNESCO City of… |
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Edinburgh City of Literature News
(06 September 2011) |
A letter from Anna Burkey, as she moves on from Edinburgh City of Literature. Hello hello, After… |
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Mystery Book Sculptures
(26 August 2011) |
An anonymous artist blazes a trail with some amazing gifts If you have been following the news… |
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Reykjavik becomes fifth City of Literature
(05 August 2011) |
We congratulate Reykjavik on becoming the fifth UNESCO City of Literature , and the first non-English speaking one, and… |
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Poetry Marathon - Call for Readers
(02 August 2011) |
Edinburgh writer Kevin Cadwallender is looking for 100 writers to do 15-minute readings as part of a 36-hour Poetry Marathon this August. The event… |
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Grand Opening of new National Museum of Scotland
(28 July 2011) |
On 29 July the stunning new National Museum of Scotland (NMS) opens its doors to the public, revealing a radical transformation. The £47 million… |
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Edinburgh Zine & Small Press Fair
(25 July 2011) |
Local multimedia performance troupe, Zorras, will present An Edinburgh Zine & Small Press Fair on 7th August at Forest Café. From 12pm to 5pm, there… |
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Opportunity for Writers - New Writing Scotland 30
(11 July 2011) |
Submissions for New Writing Scotland are now invited from writers resident in Scotland or Scots by birth, upbringing or inclination. All forms of writing… |
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Andrea Levy wins Walter Scott prize
(22 June 2011) |
This weekend at the Borders Book Festival in Melrose, it was announced that author Andrea Levy has been awarded the Walter Scott prize. Levy’s… |
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EIBF 2011 Programme Launched!
(16 June 2011) |
Today saw the official launch of the 2011 Edinburgh International Book Festival programme, hurray! Literary Edinburgers waited patiently on the beautifully… |
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John Murray Archive joins UNESCO
(14 June 2011) |
Edinburgh’s rich heritage has once more been celebrated as UNESCO selects the John Murray Archive (JMA) as part of its UK version of… |
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Internship: City of Literature Trust
(13 June 2011) |
The City of Literature Trust is recruiting an intern for the period July 2011 - September 2011. The successful applicant will work alongside the Communications… |
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Creative Writing Opportunity
(08 June 2011) |
This July, Edinburgh welcomes over a hundred Creative Writing students, staff and special guests from the University of New Orleans for a month-long series… |
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Job Opportunity: I.T Services
(08 June 2011) |
The City of Literature Trust is looking for support with the maintenance of their office system, and management… |
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Job Opportunity: Commissioning Editor
(20 May 2011) |
Edinburgh University Press is looking for a dynamic, full-time Commissioning Editor to join the book publishing team in Edinburgh to develop rapidly and profitably the… |
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Story Shop 2011 Call for Applications
(17 May 2011) |
The City of Literature Trust is looking for new, emerging writers to read their work as part of Story Shop at the Edinburgh International… |
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Opportunity for Writers: Residency
(16 May 2011) |
Since 1999, Camac Art Centre with Fondation Ténot has promoted creativity and international exchange in the artist community. Camac and Fondation Ténot offers each… |
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Christian Aid Book Sale
(27 April 2011) |
The Christian Aid Book Sale has been held annually at St Andrew's and St George's West in George Street for the last 37 years and,… |
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Edinburgh Authors longlisted for Literary Prize
(26 April 2011) |
Congratulations to local writers Robert Alan Jamieson , James Robertson , Stuart Kelly and Stewart Conn who are all… |
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Edinburgh Authors longlisted for Literary Prize
(26 April 2011) |
Congratulations to local writers Robert Alan Jamieson , James Robertson , Stuart Kelly and Stewart Conn who are all… |
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Edinburgh at PEN World Voices Festival New York
(25 April 2011) |
Edinburgh UNESCO City of Literature is working with the Edinburgh International Book Festival to… |
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Biggar Museums Trust Brownsbank Retreat
(15 April 2011) |
We were delighted to hear that Biggar Museums Trust Brownsbank Committee is offering Scottish-based writers the opportunity to spend between one and four months… |
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Stuart Kelly Longlisted For Two Major Prizes
(15 April 2011) |
We’re really chuffed to hear that Stuart Kelly, the literary editor of the Scotland on Sunday, and well-kent face at literary events in Edinburgh,… |
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City2Cities: International Days of Literature 2011
(16 March 2011) |
In the first edition of Utrecht's ‘City2Cities’, Edinburgh and Stockholm take up the central position.… |
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Royal Mail Awards for Scottish Children's Books
(25 February 2011) |
On the 22nd February 2011 at the Tramway Theatre In Glasgow, our friends at the Scottish Trust were hosting the Royal Mail Awards for… |
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Speak Up About Your Family Events Expectations
(25 February 2011) |
City of Literature has worked often for past events in partnership with the Scottish Chamber Orchestra. Our most recent collaboration was for our… |
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Vote for Burns!
(08 February 2011) |
The Robert Burns Birthplace Museum has been long listed for the Art Fund 2011 for £100,000. The reinterpretation of a 10-acre multi-destination… |
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Scottish Protest at Library Cuts
(02 February 2011) |
Scottish authors and illustrators will be protesting this weekend at the Scottish Parliament, against cuts to library services. The protest will take place… |
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Free Robert Burns App
(23 January 2011) |
Enjoy your Burns Supper on January 25 with a free iPhone app from Scotland.org, offering you more than 550 poems and love… |
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Liz Lochhead Named National Poet of Scotland
(20 January 2011) |
Liz Lochhead has been named as Scotland’s National Poet at a special event at the National Library of Scotland. She succeeds her friend Edwin… |
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Snowy Edinburgh Seen by Ron Butlin
(12 December 2010) |
On Thursday 8th December, the Scottish poet and novelist Ron Butlin was invited on Radio 4. As sub-zero temperatures were still causing problems… |
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World Book Night
(10 December 2010) |
Do you love a book so much you want everyone to read it? Are you passionate, generous, creative, curious, energetic...? Do you… |
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Freedom of Speech Exhibition
(03 December 2010) |
New Exhibtion at the Writers' Museum A new exhibition on Freedom of Speech had just opened at the Writers' Museum. The… |
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Green Pencil Awards 2010
(01 December 2010) |
The ceremony for the Green Pencil Award 2010 took place at Central Library on Friday 26 November and a fantastic night was had by… |
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Internship at City of Literature
(01 December 2010) |
I am a fourth-year student at Edinburgh Napier University in BA (Hons) English and Publishing. As part of my degree this year I am… |
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Saltire Awards
(01 December 2010) |
The Saltire Society has presented its 2010 Literary Awards at a high profile ceremony in The National Library of Scotland in Edinburgh on Monday… |
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Forest Cafe Under Threat
(29 November 2010) |
For over a decade, The Forest has provided a free arts and events space in an Edinburgh, a truly autonomous arts and cultural space.… |
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New Book Group Service
(22 November 2010) |
Edinburgh Libraries Book Group Collections Are you are a member of a Book group in the city of Edinburgh? Would you like… |
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Prize-Winning Edinburgh Authors
(22 November 2010) |
Three Edinburgh writers are the latest to receive recognition for their recent work! Local authors Linda Strachan, Alistair Rutherford and Angela Jackson have achieved… |
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Interview: Ryan van Winkle
(19 November 2010) |
Poet Ryan van Winkle is on a mission - this interview is that latest stop on his virtual book tour, promoting his first collection,… |
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Job Opportunties: Edinburgh Book Festival
(10 November 2010) |
Children & Education Programme Director Imagine the best festival of writing for children and young people in the world. If you… |
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Opportunity for Writers: Jessie Kesson Fellowship
(10 November 2010) |
Moniack Mhor Writers’ Centre are offering a unique opportunity for a published fiction writer to spend a month at the centre to dedicate time… |
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Internship: Mainstream Publishing
(02 November 2010) |
Mainstream Publishing is launching an exciting new internship programme which will allow each intern to spend three days per week in the office over… |
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Job Opportunity: We need a new Chair
(13 October 2010) |
Edinburgh UNESCO City of Literature Trust – Seeking a Chair Person Edinburgh UNESCO City of Literature Trust is an… |
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Forest Publications looking for your submissions
(21 September 2010) |
This next one goes out to.... Forest Publications, a small press based in Edinburgh, UK, is publishing a book… |
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Job Opportunity: Edinburgh Book Festival
(16 September 2010) |
Sponsorship and Development Manager The Sponsorship and Development Manager will play a pivotal role in developing the world's largest and most successful Book… |
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Improving the human? Poetry Competition
(15 September 2010) |
Does the quest to identify genes responsible for disease and death mask a more sinister lack of empathy for the imperfect? Will discoveries lead… |
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival 2010
(15 September 2010) |
The 2010 Scottish International Storytelling Festival will take the theme of Eastern Routes, and feature storytellers from Scotland and across the world. The… |
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Writers Reveal 26 Treasures in 62 Words
(10 September 2010) |
Edinburgh writers Jamie Jauncey, Stuart Delves, Sara Sheridan and Morag Edward are among the 26 writers taking part in 26 Treasures, a unique collaboration… |
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StAnza & Melbourne Poetry Cyber Slam
(08 September 2010) |
StAnza gears up for its first ever Poetry Cyber Slam. On 11 September, StAnza will be fielding its team of top performance poets… |
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The Green Pencil Award 2010
(07 September 2010) |
Organised by Edinburgh Libraries and supported by Eco-Schools in Edinburgh, the popular creative writing competition, The Green Pencil Award, is now in its third year.… |
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UNESCO-Aschberg Bursaries for Artists Programme
(01 September 2010) |
The UNESCO-Aschberg Bursaries for Artists Programme is proud to announce the 2011 call for applications. The Programme promotes the mobility of young artists through… |
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Edwin Morgan Tribute Event
(25 August 2010) |
Following the death of Edwin Morgan last week, The Edinburgh International Book Festival has confirmed that a special event will be held on Monday… |
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Job Opportunity: Acting Learning Manager
(23 August 2010) |
Scottish Book Trust is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Learning Manager to lead the delivery of its existing Learning Programme. This is a fixed… |
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Edwin Morgan (1920-2010)
(19 August 2010) |
Scotland's much loved Poet Laureate passed away this morning, aged 90. One of the foremost Scottish poets of the 20th (and 21st) centuries, his… |
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'Book Nation' To Launch at EIBF
(12 August 2010) |
This year at the Edinburgh International Book Festival will see the launch of Book Nation . Book Nation will develop a network of… |
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Opportunities for Writers: Mentoring Scheme
(02 August 2010) |
Scottish Book Trust are currently inviting applications from published writers, professional playwrights, screenwriters, illustrators and storytellers who would like intensive support on a writing… |
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"The Un-named Fungus" Poetry Book
(30 July 2010) |
Edinburgh's EICC is welcoming over 1500 delegates for a six day mycology conference - that's all things mushroomy. Curiously, there will be a… |
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Dublin named UNESCO City of Literature
(26 July 2010) |
Dublin has just been named as the fourth city to join UNESCO’s Cities of Literature programme, joining founding city Edinburgh as part of the wider… |
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New Writers Awards at Scottish Book Trust
(22 July 2010) |
Scottish Book Trust is delighted to announce that applications are now being sought for the 2010 New Writers Awards. Eight unpublished writers will receive… |
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The Faber Academy: Becoming a Poet
(07 July 2010) |
The Faber Academy presents a new Edinburgh-based course of workshops, Becoming a Poet, with John Burnside and Jacob Polley and sessions hosted by other… |
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The Fielding Programme
(22 June 2010) |
A specialist programme for writers beginning Monday 18 October, mentored by Polly Clark. Develop professionally in inspiring surroundings and receive… |
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Story Shop - Call for Applications
(21 June 2010) |
We are looking for new, emerging writers to read their work as part of Story Shop at the Edinburgh International Book Festival this… |
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Job Opportunity - Library Assistant
(16 June 2010) |
You will work as part of the Edinburgh College of Art Library team, primarily involved in the daily operation of the issue desk, reporting… |
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La Dolce Vita comes to Edinburgh
(16 June 2010) |
Actress Daniela Nardini, author Denise Mina and film director Annie Griffin take to the red carpet this month to honour Edinburgh kids and international… |
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Job Opportunity - Front of House Manager
(14 June 2010) |
The Edinburgh International Book Festival is seeking a Front of House Manager for summer 2010. With almost 800 events, and over 205,000… |
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RLS for China - On the Trail of Kidnapped...
(01 June 2010) |
Throughout the month of June, Edinburgh's Andrew Bell will be following the route taken in 1751 by David Balfour and Alan Breck in Robert… |
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West Port Book Festival - June 2010
(01 June 2010) |
The good ship WPBF '10 was officially launched at an event last Friday. Plenty of wine and beer was quaffed in her honour, whilst… |
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Job Opportunity: Playwright in Residence
(25 May 2010) |
The Traverse Theatre (in association with the Scottish Arts Council) wishes to appoint a 9-12 month Senior Playwright in Residence for 2010-11.… |
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Usborne Young Writers' Award 2010
(12 May 2010) |
Following the success of last year's award Usborne Book are now launching the Usborne Young Writers' Award 2010 in the same format (5 story… |
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Edwin Morgan Translation Fellowship Awarded
(11 May 2010) |
The Scottish Universities' International Summer School (SUISS) has announced the recipient of their Edwin Morgan Translation Fellowship, following on from the awards earlier this year… |
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Opportunities for Writers: Genomics Forum
(10 May 2010) |
The Genomics Forum offers a stimulating environment in which to explore intersections between the creative arts and the new life sciences. The Bright Ideas programme… |
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Edinburgh and Melbourne: Cities of Literature
(04 May 2010) |
A series of significant cultural exchanges are set to strengthen the literary ties between Melbourne and Edinburgh. Ali Bowden, Director of Edinburgh’s City… |
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Job Opportunities: Edinburgh Book Festival
(29 April 2010) |
Recruitment has begun for summer 2010 at the world's largest Book Festival, with a significant number of posts available for varying lengths of time.… |
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Opportunities: SAC Bursaries
(27 April 2010) |
Applications are now being taken for the Scottish Arts Council's array of funds to support writing in Scotland. The following opportunities are available:… |
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Finalists Announced for Callum Macdonald Award
(22 April 2010) |
The nationwide poetry competition reaches its final stanza as the shortlist is announced for the NLS Callum Macdonald Memorial Award. The award, which is… |
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Job Opportunity: Writer in Residence
(22 April 2010) |
Leafing the Green is a two year project centred on a writer in residence. The writer will be commissioned to: … |
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Job Opportunity: Moniack Mhor Centre Director
(12 April 2010) |
The Moniack Mhor Writers’ Centre is set in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, providing a venue which attracts a wide range of students… |
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Borders Book Festival 2010 Announced
(07 April 2010) |
Novelist Robert Harris is among the famous names taking part in the seventh Borders Book Festival , with Hilary Mantel and William Fiennes… |
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Scottish Book Trust Young Writers Awards
(06 April 2010) |
Do you love to write? Ever dreamed of getting published? Would you like to work with a professional writer? Apply for the Young… |
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Call For Applications: Kennedy Center Fellowships
(01 April 2010) |
Founded by Kennedy Center President Michael M. Kaiser, the Kennedy Center Arts Management Institute Fellowship provides 10 mid-career arts managers with academic training and… |
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Robert Louis Stevenson Fellowship 2010
(30 March 2010) |
The Scottish Arts Council supports the Robert Louis Stevenson Fellowship which offers writers the opportunity to spend up to six weeks in a self-catering studio… |
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Hotbed of New Scottish Female Screenwiting Talent?
(29 March 2010) |
Edinburgh writers - comic novelist and UNESCO City of Literature story shopper, Rosy Barnes, and screenwriter Laura Anne Anderson - are two of ten… |
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2010 Book Awards Shortlist Announced
(24 March 2010) |
Sixteen Scottish authors are in the running to receive £30,000 and Scotland’s Book of the Year accolade as part of the Scottish Arts Council’s Scottish… |
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New Talent at The Lost Book
(12 March 2010) |
Online animated whodunit, The Lost Book, produced in Edinburgh by Binary Fable, has been nominated in the Interactive category for the BAFTA Scotland New… |
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Cities Get Lyrical for 2011
(09 March 2010) |
Edinburgh UNESCO City of Literature Trust today announced that, building on the success of this year's Carry A Poem campaign, the 2011 Citywide Reading… |
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New Dates for West Port Book Festival
(21 January 2010) |
The festival is moving to June to coincide with the International Film Festival and generally allow a bit more room to breathe. So, the… |
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Scotland's Oldest Book on Display
(16 December 2009) |
For the first time in over 40 years, the 11th century pocket psalter will be on display to the public. The University of Edinburgh… |
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The Fielding Programme and Hothouse
(09 December 2009) |
The Fielding Programme is a specialist residency programme for new and early career writers. In spring and autumn each year it offers the opportunity to… |
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Saltire Societry Literary Awards
(07 December 2009) |
On St Andrews Day 2009, the Saltire Society named the winners of its annual literary awards. Congratulations to the winners: … |
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Robert Louis Stevenson Website Launched
(18 November 2009) |
On Friday 13th November, Edinburgh-born Robert Louis Stevenson's 159th birthday, a new website dedicated to his life and works was launched at www.robert-louis-stevenson.org… |
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Whose Scotland Poetry Prize
(10 November 2009) |
Edinburgh pupil Anju Gopalan was announced the winner of the 'Whose Scotland?' competition, which asked children aged 12-17 to write a poem about multicultural Scotland.… |
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Put Poetry on the Map
(06 November 2009) |
Global Poetry System (GPS) is a user generated world map of poetry - we need your help to make sure that Edinburgh poetry… |
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Write from the Heart
(02 November 2009) |
Do you have a book in you? Steven Prevost, senior manager from Lloyds Banking Group thought he did when he decided, along with eight… |
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Young Publishing Entrepreneur 2010
(29 October 2009) |
As part of the British Council's wider UK Young Creative Entrepreneur programme, they are currently running a competition to find the UK’s Young Publishing Entrepreneur… |
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Opportunity for Unpublished Writers
(07 October 2009) |
The Brit Writers' Awards (BWA) encourage and inspire unpublished writers of all ages to use creative writing to enhance their capacity for self-expression and… |
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Opportunity for Writers
(22 September 2009) |
Call for applications for the UNESCO-Aschberg Bursaries for Artists Programme 2010. As an implementation instrument of the Convention on the Protection and Promotion… |
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Looking for Writing Advice?
(09 April 2009) |
Work In Progress has been available to writers living in the Highlands and Islands of Scotland for the last three years, and in that… |
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World Book Capital
(24 June 2008) |
UNESCO has just announced that Ljubljana in Slovenia will be the 2010 World Book Capital. Amsterdam is the current… |
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Ron Butlin to be Makar
(01 May 2008) |
Edinburgh based prize-winning novelist and poet Ron Butlin is set to become the city's new Makar. Ron Butlin will replace Valerie Gillies, whose term… |
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