Book Week Scotland – now in its twelfth year – is an annual celebration of books and reading taking place across the country. During Book Week, people of all ages and walks of life come together in libraries, schools, community venues, and workplaces to share and enjoy books and reading. They are joined in this celebration by Scotland’s authors, poets, playwrights, storytellers, and illustrators to bring a packed programme of events and projects to life.
Book Week Scotland 2023 will take place from Monday 13th to Sunday 19th November.
There are lots of ways to get involved with Book Week Scotland.
What’s on
Discover digital and in-person events in your local area.
Find a copy of Adventure
As part of Book Week Scotland’s annual writing project – Scotland’s Stories – the Scottish Book Trust asked people all over Scotland to submit true stories inspired by this year’s theme, Adventure.
A selection of Scotland’s Stories has been published in a free book available during Book Week Scotland. Pop into the library for your free copy of Adventure during Book Week.
Read Scotland’s Stories now, download the e-book, or listen to the audiobook.
Find a Silver Ticket
When you pick up a copy of this year’s free Book Week Scotland book, Adventure, from the library be sure to check the pages for a special treat!
You may be lucky enough to find one of seven silver tickets hidden inside and sent all across Scotland to celebrate the Scottish Book Trust’s 25th anniversary. Most of the winning tickets will entitle you to £100 worth of book tokens and one lucky winner will receive a year’s worth of books (up to the value of £500 in book tokens).
To redeem your ticket, complete the form and the Scottish Book Trust will contact you with more details. Full terms and conditions apply.
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Book Week Scotland is supported by Creative Scotland and The Scottish Libraries and Information Council (SLIC).