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One of Andy Goldsworthy's Striding Arches on Bail Hill
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See Scotland's stunning scenery brought to life

Discover Scotland’s fascinating literary history, its intriguing connections to renowned authors, poets and bestselling children’s writers, and celebrate great literature at some of the world’s best book festivals.

See the breathtaking landmarks that inspired some of the best-known stories of all time from Count Dracula’s castle to Harry Potter’s Hogwart’s School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Enjoy a drink in Ian Rankin’s fictional character, Detective Inspector Rebus’s favourite pub and relax in the old haunts of many famous literary figures.

Spend a day at one of Scotland’s renowned book fairs and celebrate the best Scottish and international writers. Enjoy many informative and fun events such as meeting bestselling authors, poetry readings and writing workshops.

There are many fascinating and exciting literary events and attractions to enjoy across Scotland throughout the year, so now is the perfect time to discover them.

  • Two ladies sit looking at books outside of The Book Shop in Wigtown
    The Book Shop in Wigtown
  • The Jacobite steam train passing over the Glenfinnan Viaduct at the head of Loch Shiel, Highlands
    The Jacobite steam train passing over the Glenfinnan Viaduct at the head of Loch Shiel, Highlands
  • The statue of Sir Walter Scott below the Scott Monument, Princes Street Gardens East, Edinburgh
    The statue of Sir Walter Scott below the Scott Monument, Princes Street Gardens East, Edinburgh
The outside of the tent for the Edinburgh International Book Festival, Charlotte Square, Edinburgh

Book festivals

Meet award-winning authors and discuss your favourite books at Scotland's book festivals.

A statue of Peter Pan from the book by JM Barrie, in his birthplace town of Kirriemuir, Angus

Literary landmarks

Explore Scotland and discover stunning landmarks that inspired some of the best-known Scottish literature.

The statue of Sir Walter Scott below the Scott Monument, Princes Street Gardens East, Edinburgh

City of Literature

Uncover Edinburgh’s literary history and UNESCO status and discover many intriguing connections to famous writers.

Looking towards the House and gardens of Abbotsford, Melrose

Literary connections

The landscape and history of the Scottish Borders have inspired many literary greats, but they remain most closely associated with the works of Sir Walter Scott.