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St Andrews Day

Our libraries are full of great reads by Scottish writers – many are available in larger print and talking book formats. Visit your library in person or use the library catalogue. Remember to check out the  Digital Library for downloadable versions.

Below are a few suggestions to get you going. Or why not have a look for more reading ideas on the

• Scottish Booklist (pdf 12kb)

If you’d like to find out more about the Scottish writing scene visit Books from Scotand or why not try some of our suggestions for fun things to do

A Trick of the  Light by David Ashton

It is 1860 and a Confederate officer, Jonathen Sinclair, arrives in Edinburgh with a sheaf of money to purchase a blockade-runner from Clydeside shipbuilders. He is betrayed to the Union forces and shot dead by their secret agents. Inspector McLevy teams up with Arthur Conan Doyle to pursue the ruthless killer.

The Lion Wakes by Robert Low

The death of Alexander III has plunged Scotland into war, both with itself and with Edward I of England. Determined to bring the north under his control, Edward instead unleashes a Scottish rebellion which unites the many warring factions against him - though the old hatreds are not easily put aside.

‘O’ is for Ingin by Mae Stewart

A memoir of the author that recalls her life in the 1940s and 50s and recounts tales from school, days spent playing games and singing songs in the streets with her friends, Christmases with her family and, later, as a teenager coming of age, the world of entertainment Dundee provided with its picture houses and dance halls.

Crossing the Line by Gillian Philip

Nick Geddes's life is a mess. His sister's boyfriend was killed in a school stabbing. His grandmother is descending into a world of her own, his mother has a 'god-slot' on local radio, and his father is drinking way too much. But that is nothing, because he is also crazy in love with Orla, the sister of the boy who has been killed.

Maw Broon’s Cookbook

A facsimile of Maw Broon's very own cookbook, first made for her by her mother-in-law when 'Maw' married 'Paw', and added to over the years with recipes for every day and special days, from friends and neighbours, and others that simply caught Maw's eye in The Sunday Post or cut-out of the back of a flour bag.

My Life in Pictures by Denis Law

Denis Law signed for Manchester United from Torino in 1962, and his arrival sparked a period of unprecedented success for the Old Trafford club. Now, having reached 70-years-old, he looks back on his remarkable career and recalls some of the great players he worked with - and those he had to battle against.

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Fun things to do

• Take part in a fun quiz about book characters
• Be creative with the kids
• Cook a St Andrews Day special
• Send an ecard St Andrews Day greeting to friends and family near and far