Books (and movies) inspired by Scotland

Scotland has a long literary tradition, providing inspiration for authors across the world. Some authors have created a global following with popular television and film adaptations. The novels of Sir Walter Scott and Robert Louis Stevenson helped to put Scotland on the literary map. There’s an abundance of books and movies set in Scotland. The below…

How to Keep Kids Entertained at Home

One of the things that kids were able to experience during lockdown was spending extra time as a family! The time spent within our homes allowed families to bond with their kids and spend quality time together by doing various activities. Now that many of us are experiencing a second lockdown and tighter safety restrictions,…

Books set in Scotland

Scotland has a long literary tradition, with exceptional home-grown talent and in providing inspiration for authors across the world; the novels of Sir Walter Scott and Robert Louis Stevenson helped to put Scotland on the literary map. Some of the most popular modern Scottish authors are in the crime genre, Ian Rankin, Cristopher Brookmyre and…

Bookshops

There’s nothing better than coming in from the cold, curling up in front of a log-fire and opening a good book this winter. And with Christmas fast approaching you might be on the lookout for those last-minute presents for friends and relatives. Well, there are plenty of great places to pick up some fantastic reads.…