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Glasgow Times
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Book launch to raise funds for Beatson Cancer Charity
STV News entertainment reporter Laura Boyd will host the launch of Gillian Shirreffs' powerful new memoir, Elephant, at a special charity event on Saturday, June 14, in aid of Beatson Cancer Charity. The book launch will take place at the Glasgow University Union from noon to 2pm, with all proceeds supporting cancer patients and families across Scotland. Described as 'bold and unflinching,' Elephant details Gillian's personal journey through breast cancer treatment, uniquely told through messages, tweets, and emails. Read more: Podcaster who shot to fame with book about dating to appear at Glasgow event Gillian Shirreffs, based in Glasgow, said: "I'm thrilled to be sharing Elephant at this special fundraiser with Beatson Cancer Charity. "The book was written in the hardest of times, but it's filled with humour, honesty, and hope. "I can't wait to share it with readers - and to raise more funds for a cause close to my heart." Tickets for the event are priced at £15 and are available to purchase online at Gillian, originally from Haughhead, is no stranger to Beatson, with her debut book Brodie raising more than £27,000 for the charity in 2023. The author holds a Doctor of Fine Arts in Creative Writing, with a thesis exploring how illness alters our understanding of life and connection -central themes that are found throughout Elephant. Guests at Gillian's upcoming book launch will be given the chance to purchase a signed copy of her new book, as well as an opportunity to enjoy drinks, nibbles, and a charity raffle. Read more: Glasgow shopping centre promoting men's mental health All proceeds from tickets and the raffle will go to the Beatson Cancer Charity, which supports cancer patients and families across Scotland. The event will also include a live acoustic performance by Matt Hickman - known as Brownbear - and his band. This unique charity event seeks to provide readers with an opportunity to enjoy lively conversation, music, and a chance to give back through storytelling and song.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
STV presenter to host best-selling author's Glasgow book launch
A best-selling author is set to host a charity book launch for her new novel detailing her personal cancer battle. STV News entertainment reporter Laura Boyd will host the launch of Gillian Shirreffs' powerful new memoir, Elephant, at a special charity event on Saturday, June 14, in aid of Beatson Cancer Charity. The book launch will take place at the Glasgow University Union from noon to 2pm, with all proceeds supporting cancer patients and families across Scotland. Described as 'bold and unflinching,' Elephant details Gillian's personal journey through breast cancer treatment, uniquely told through messages, tweets, and emails. Read more: Podcaster who shot to fame with book about dating to appear at Glasgow event Gillian Shirreffs, based in Glasgow, said: "I'm thrilled to be sharing Elephant at this special fundraiser with Beatson Cancer Charity. "The book was written in the hardest of times, but it's filled with humour, honesty, and hope. "I can't wait to share it with readers - and to raise more funds for a cause close to my heart." Tickets for the event are priced at £15 and are available to purchase online at Gillian, originally from Haughhead, is no stranger to Beatson, with her debut book Brodie raising more than £27,000 for the charity in 2023. The author holds a Doctor of Fine Arts in Creative Writing, with a thesis exploring how illness alters our understanding of life and connection -central themes that are found throughout Elephant. Guests at Gillian's upcoming book launch will be given the chance to purchase a signed copy of her new book, as well as an opportunity to enjoy drinks, nibbles, and a charity raffle. Read more: Glasgow shopping centre promoting men's mental health All proceeds from tickets and the raffle will go to the Beatson Cancer Charity, which supports cancer patients and families across Scotland. The event will also include a live acoustic performance by Matt Hickman - known as Brownbear - and his band. This unique charity event seeks to provide readers with an opportunity to enjoy lively conversation, music, and a chance to give back through storytelling and song.
Scotsman
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Books and Beats: Fundraising book launch for 'Elephant' by Gillian Shirreffs in aid of Beatson Cancer Charity
A not-to-be-missed literary afternoon celebrating the power of words, music and community will take place on Saturday, June 14 from 12 noon to 2pm at Glasgow University Union, as bestselling author Gillian Shirreffs launches her much-anticipated second book Elephant, in aid of Beatson Cancer Charity. Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter, get the latest news and reviews from our specialist arts writers Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Hosted by Laura Boyd, STV News entertainment reporter, the event will also feature a live acoustic performance by Matt Hickman aka Brownbear and his band. Tickets include drinks and nibbles and a charity raffle with 100% of ticket and raffle proceeds going directly to Beatson Cancer Charity to support cancer patients and their families across Scotland. Gillian Shirreffs—originally from Haughhead and now based in Glasgow—made waves with her 2023 debut Brodie, which raised over £27,494 for Beatson. Elephant is her bold and unflinching story of her own treatment for breast cancer. Told through messages, tweets, and emails, it's a modern, darkly funny and deeply personal story about life tilting sideways Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'I'm thrilled to be sharing Elephant at this special fundraiser with Beatson Cancer Charity. The book was written in the hardest of times, but it's filled with humour, honesty and hope. I can't wait to share it with readers—and to raise more funds for a cause close to my heart,' said Gillian Shirreffs. Elephant Diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2007, Gillian started writing while bedbound. A former HR director and English teacher, she holds a Doctor of Fine Arts in Creative Writing, with a thesis exploring how illness alters our understanding of life and connection—core themes that run through Elephant. Guests can expect an afternoon of moving conversation, brilliant music, and generosity in action. You'll also be able to purchase signed copies of Elephant.
