In this new episode of the ScotsInUs Podcast from the American-Scottish Foundation we are shining a spotlight on Scottish literature and upcoming book festivals in Scotland.
We are joined in conversation with Vikki Reilly from Publishing Scotland who shares with us news of the upcoming Scottish Books Long Weekend which takes place online June 10 - 13.
We are joined by Caroline Knox and James Knox, Directors of the Boswell Book Festival, taking place this year as a fully online event from June 10 - 16 featuring a program of readings, discussions and workshops from guests including Bill Paterson, Andrew Marr, @Janey Godley, Rory Stewart and Chris Bryant MP.
We're joined in converstion with award winning author Aminatta Forna who shares with us her influences, inspiration and insight into her new book The Window Seat.
With music preview from the upcoming Armadale Castle, Gardens & Museum of the Isles, Skye Castle Piping and Harp Competition with music from Freya Thomsen and Pippa Reid-Foster. Music from La Club Royale and Amy Papiransky.
Presented by Jamie McGeechan for the American-Scottish Foundation.
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