Literature
For centuries, Scottish writing has been at the forefront of world literature. Scottish literature has also shaped and influenced some of the greatest writers to have ever put pen to paper.
Muriel Spark: 100 Years of One of Scotland’s Greatest Writers
In 2018, an exciting programme of events will takeplace across Scotland to mark the 100th anniversary of Muriel Spark’s birth.
Scotland is Creative
Estelle Maskame
Scotland is Creative
Frank Quitely
Scots lead the way in major cultural programme between India and the UK
Nine innovative Scottish arts projects are set to benefit from a partnership between Scotland and India as part of a core British Council programme.
Scottish Book Trust’s top Scottish picks
Book Week Scotland's five most influential books of all time – including Sir Walter Scott's Waverley novels and the Harry Potter series – as recommended by Scottish Book Trust.
Scottish International Storytelling Festival
The Edinburgh International Storytelling Festival will transport you to other worlds, times and places through the traditional telling of tales.
Secrets of the (Scottish) Ninja: a manga writer living in Japan
Manga comic books have been a staple of Japanese culture for hundreds of years. One Scottish manga writer has garnered an impressive reputation amongst the Japanese audience and won a prestigious award.
The Birthplace of Peter Pan Opens Its Doors
The New National Centre for Children’s Literature and Storytelling opens in the Dumfries house where JM Barrie played as a small child. See where the legend of Peter Pan first took flight in the Scottish writer’s imagination at this brand-new family attraction.
The Da Vinci Code Phenomenon
The incredible success of The Da Vinci Code is bringing tens of thousands of Grail-seekers to Rosslyn Chapel, but what is the real story of Scotland and the Holy Grail?