Free event: Scottish Writers Showcase, University of Glasgow
Thursday 22 August, 2019 at 6–8 p.m.
Ajay Close, Amanda Thomson, Anna Levin, “Ambrose Parry” (pseudonym used by the writing duo Christopher Brookmyre and Marisa Haeztman), Martin Macintyre and Polly Clark
University Chapel, West Quadrangle, Main Building Gilmorehill Campus, University of Glasgow, Glasgow G12 8QQ

The writers will be reading and discussing their work with Professor of Creative Writing, Louise Welsh, in honour of Publishing Scotland’s International Fellows 2019. The fellowship facilitates international exchange and comprises ten invited publishing Fellows from Germany, France, Norway, Lithuania, US, the Netherlands, Portugal and Spain.
This is a wonderful opportunity to engage with some of the most talented writers working in Scotland today and to mingle with international publishing professionals. The showcase is free and will be followed by a wine reception.
All welcome, no booking necessary.
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