Features and Articles
Publisher of the Month
East Lothian Library Service have recently completed their seven-volume Statistical Account 1945-2000, an ambitious project which drew together the resources of local historians, writers and volumes. Learn more in our latest feature.
Articles and Essays
Is there such a thing as "Scottish Science Fiction"? Andrew J Wilson explores this problematic idea in his article Between Stark Reality and Far-Fetched Fantasy, in which he discusses the notion of the Caledonian Antisyzygy.
Success Stories
First published in the 1950s, William Barclay's Daily Study Bibles have sold over 17 million copies. Now publishers Saint Andrews Press are repackaging them for a new generation.
Book Extracts
Read excerpts from the most recent books, including: The Literary Traveller in Scotland; Remzije Sherifi's remarkable Shadow Behind the Sun; Miss Globe X, from Toni Davidson's latest short story collection; and many more...
Reader's Choices
The Gaelic publishing scene has seen something of a resurgence in the past few years. We asked author Martin MacIntyre to choose his favourite Gaelic books of all time.
We've asked Anne Fine, John MacKay, Brian Taylor and the pupils of South Queensferry Primary School, and Tollcross Primary School, Edinburgh, for their favourite Scottish books.
Reading Guides
Our reading guides will help you choose the best books on a variety of Scottish topics, including historical figures (such as Mary, Queen of Scots and Robert the Bruce), Scottish food and drink - including Scottish Whisky, sport - including Scottish Football and golf books, and genres like Scottish crime writing. Our latest guide looks at Scottish architecture.
Literary Magazines
A new feature celebrating Scotland's literary magazines, journals and pamphlet presses. We look at the international perspective of the modern Edinburgh Review.
Creative Writing
New creative writing - Linda Henderson's winning entry in our Summer Short Story competition, Gudrid. The second-placed story, Crème de la Crème by Kate Blackadder, is also available to read.
Resources for Readers and Writers
A collection of useful internet links, addresses and details for readers and writers in Scotland, including Magazines & Journals and Prizes and Awards, and information about the words@work programme.
