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Nicola Sturgeon to discuss her autobiography at book festival
Nicola Sturgeon will be among the famous faces set to appear at this year's Wigtown Book Festival. The former First Minister of Scotland will discuss her autobiography during the 10-day event running from September 26 to October 5 in Scotland's National Book Town. The festival will feature more than 200 events exploring stories, ideas, and experiences through fiction and non-fiction. Adrian Turpin (Image: Supplied) The programme goes online on August 5, with tickets on sale on August 7. For more information, go to Read more: Technology: Seenda SKM64-3 Rechargeable Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard Mouse Lack of clarity around how to measure biodiversity in Scotland - report Are Edinburgh mega gigs from Oasis a boon or a curse? The figures don't add up Adrian Turpin, creative director of the festival, said: "Wigtown gives audiences the chance to enjoy famous names, new writers, great storytelling, big ideas and colourful characters in intimate surroundings at the heart of Scotland's National Book Town. "We also cherish its reputation for being friendly, laid-back, quirky and full of surprises. "This year's programme combines all these elements, and we look forward to welcoming visitors to enjoy the festival, the place and the people that make it such a special event." Rory Cellan-Jones (Image: Supplied) Other notable guests include Del Amitri's Justin Currie, who will speak about living with Parkinson's, former royal butler and etiquette expert Grant Harold, and journalist Rory Cellan-Jones, who will share the story of his Romanian rescue dog Sophie. Gavin Esler will discuss the rise of modern political strategies, while Andrew Lownie will present his latest work about The Rise and Fall of the House of York – his exposé of Prince Andrew. Adventurer Mollie Hughes will talk about her journeys to Everest and the South Pole, and Sara Stewart will discuss her memoir of 1970s Latin America. The festival will also feature a talk by Glasgow-based Gillian Shirreffs on her experience of life after a breast cancer diagnosis and a session with Rachel Joyce, author of the Sunday Times bestseller A Homemade God. Fans of the antiques trade can look forward to the return of TV personality James Braxton. As always, the festival extends beyond books to include poetry readings, the Wigtown Poetry Prizes, the James Mirrlees Lecture on economics, and events on history and archaeology. The festival will open with a fireworks display and include daily poetry sessions, storytelling at Bladnoch Distillery, and a grand ceilidh.
The Herald Scotland
4 days ago
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- The Herald Scotland
Nicola Sturgeon to discuss her autobiography at Wigtown Book Festival
The festival will feature more than 200 events exploring stories, ideas, and experiences through fiction and non-fiction. Adrian Turpin (Image: Supplied) The programme goes online on August 5, with tickets on sale on August 7. For more information, go to Read more: Technology: Seenda SKM64-3 Rechargeable Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard Mouse Lack of clarity around how to measure biodiversity in Scotland - report Are Edinburgh mega gigs from Oasis a boon or a curse? The figures don't add up Adrian Turpin, creative director of the festival, said: "Wigtown gives audiences the chance to enjoy famous names, new writers, great storytelling, big ideas and colourful characters in intimate surroundings at the heart of Scotland's National Book Town. "We also cherish its reputation for being friendly, laid-back, quirky and full of surprises. "This year's programme combines all these elements, and we look forward to welcoming visitors to enjoy the festival, the place and the people that make it such a special event." Rory Cellan-Jones (Image: Supplied) Other notable guests include Del Amitri's Justin Currie, who will speak about living with Parkinson's, former royal butler and etiquette expert Grant Harold, and journalist Rory Cellan-Jones, who will share the story of his Romanian rescue dog Sophie. Gavin Esler will discuss the rise of modern political strategies, while Andrew Lownie will present his latest work about The Rise and Fall of the House of York – his exposé of Prince Andrew. Adventurer Mollie Hughes will talk about her journeys to Everest and the South Pole, and Sara Stewart will discuss her memoir of 1970s Latin America. The festival will also feature a talk by Glasgow-based Gillian Shirreffs on her experience of life after a breast cancer diagnosis and a session with Rachel Joyce, author of the Sunday Times bestseller A Homemade God. Fans of the antiques trade can look forward to the return of TV personality James Braxton. As always, the festival extends beyond books to include poetry readings, the Wigtown Poetry Prizes, the James Mirrlees Lecture on economics, and events on history and archaeology. The festival will open with a fireworks display and include daily poetry sessions, storytelling at Bladnoch Distillery, and a grand ceilidh.
