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Lomond School pupil nets author’s exclusive interview

An exclusive insight into the writing of Polly Clark’s much anticipated book Tiger has been revealed through the star author’s first interview ahead of launch...

Daring to dream to discover more of Gavin Maxwell

Being offered a position as warden of Kyleakin Lighthouse Island, the last home of Ring of Bright Water author Gavin Maxwell, was a dream come...
Poetry

Big change for the Wigtown Poetry Prize

Wigtown’s international poetry prize has announced major changes designed to celebrate the richness of Scotland's three national languages. For the first time the £1500 prize...
dessert

A night of female empowerment at Eusebi Deli

I'm lucky enough to be able to attend some fabulous events as part of my job.  Hotel stays, restaurant openings and spa days. It's tough...
Charles Cameron

The Scotsman who made a lasting mark on Russia

Catherine the Great’s favourite architect was the brilliant, mysterious Scot, Charles Cameron. Charles Cameron came from mysterious beginnings, origins which he deliberately made foggier. By...
Mother Constance and Marion at Kilduff House in East Lothian with Letham the dog

The forgotten daughter of Sir William Burrell

Behind the remarkable collection gifted to Glasgow by philanthropist Sir William Burrell, lies a bitter family feud and a daughter who could never fulfil her...