Take Four Books: Ali Smith Available on BBC Sounds Ali Smith speaks to Take Four Books about her latest novel, GLYPH. Together with presenter James Crawford, they explore its connections to three other literary works 💙📚 www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

Managed to get this one finished before December was out. Another insightful and at times disturbing read by the fantastic Martin Dillion. There were no winners, just victims. It's well worth picking up. #writerscommunity #WritingCommunity

The FIFA Peace Prize, what a pile of shite The Parody Prize more like it.

Recent reads in the last few weeks. All are very absorbing and worth picking up. Any recommendations for this month, please pass on. The shelf is bare 😀 #booksky #writingcommunity

In under 30 seconds, these two say everything we need to know about unity and being English/British. Courtesy of @tuc.org.uk “Don’t let hate divide us.” #unity #togetherwethrive #hopenothate #strongertogether

The bold pumpkin was on the drink.

Just started this novel by David Greig, which has me intrigued and hooked already. Another great Scottish based read to get immersed in. @booksky.club @writingcommunity.bsky.social @scottishlibra.bsky.social

A great feeling when you visit your local library @weareoneren.bsky.social & your book is next to renowned author, Michael Connelly Better if it was out on loan😀 Also available @waterstones.bsky.social & @amazonbooks.bsky.social #loveyourlibrary #Scottishbooks #writingcommunity @asls.org.uk

For my American friends, Death Before Revenge is available via @barnesandnoble.com for order in the USA. Also available in Ireland/UK to order @waterstones.bsky.social #bookshop #writinglit

Just completed this mesmerising novel by @newlands.bsky.social Each chapter draws you in with a descriptive narrative that flows with each page turn. Sometimes on reading other author work my imposter syndrome kicks in,this book also inspires me to do better. A fantastic piece of writing.

I'm delighted to be part of this exciting collection which is out on 30th September. Pre orders are available via the website. #booksky #scotslit #writingcommunity tantallontir.com/274-miles/

Very pleased to be included in this collection of short pieces featuring what Tantallon Tìr is describing as ‘the very best writers from, or living in, Scotland’ 😲 Looking forward to reading the 274 Miles anthology! tantallontir.com/product/274-...

Delighted to have a wee interview to promote the forthcoming 274 Mile anthology, which is being released on 30th September. Pre orders are available also. tantallontir.com/author-spotl...

National Demo, Glasgow, 16th August.

Apologies,. if I'm missing something, but...not one of my followers, not one, have raised concerns about the GENOCIDE in Palestine.. Is this the new Twitter,? Where is your voice, America?? Please remove me from your contacts if starving children to death is your thing. ...

Delighted to be part of this forthcoming anthology featuring a host of writers and well worth reading. 'Praying For An Intervention' is a wee prelude to a short story collection I should have ready soon. tantallontir.com/product/274-...

Another wee trip to jog your memory or to indulge yourself in the 1980s. Cal Lynch is fighting for survival while the pop world fights to save others. Style Council by popular demand #Bookshop #writingcommunity

A wee reel to bring back memories of Live Aid, 1985. Immerse yourself in the journey... #writingcommunity #DeathBeforeRevenge

The Hundred Year Hunger: A Timeline of Food Insecurity and Malnutrition in Gaza - a new book by E. Mark Windle. Full blurb and ordering details for UK customers at a-nickel-and-a-nail.myshopify.com/collections/... Rest of the world: www.lulu.com/shop/e-mark-... #booksky #writingcommunity

As we approach the 40th anniversary of Live Aid, why not take a nostalgic trip back to Paisley, Glasgow (and Greenock), London, Berlin, and 1985 with Cal Lynch It all happened... honestly... Tomorrow, the truth is waiting for you...

Bit late, but I'm finally reading this one by two great Scottish writers. #writingcommunity

Another great review just landed. It's always good to receive feedback on your work. #writingcommunity

This is a tremendous read by a top journalist who explored his own family past. Covering family and community bonds, which are then torn apart by fracticide. The wounds run deep. Well worth being picked up.

Kincora: the full horrific story MI5, Mountbatten, Ian Paisley, the Orange Order, and the paedophile ring at the heart of Ulster loyalism and the British establishment My long read in @heraldscotland.bsky.social Warning: extremely distressing details www.heraldscotland.com/news/2525734...

the lesson of this isn't that tucker carlson is actually good but that you should ask these people basic factual questions instead of bullshit about politics

Who is taking these people? Where are they taking them? On whose authority are they taking them? What is happening to them? And why the fuck is the American media not screaming about this outrage from the rooftops?

Hi friends, would anyone be aware of any Scottish/UK publishers that are open for submissons for a short story collection? Any info would be greatly appreciated. #writingcommunity #scotslit

aje.io/s9kd6h They recal an Earlier Zionist Piracy attack

Please can they two clowns have a square go. Get them in the UFC Octagon... I'd pay to watch that 🙏

Use it. They may want to lose it 📚 📚

Well said, Mr President... www.facebook.com/share/v/1PPt...

#Pixar www.amazon.co.uk/Poop-Dragon-... #booktofilm #films #books #anime #supernatural #monsters #monsterbook #funny #dragon #humour #jokes #picturebooks #reluctantreaders #beginners #eastread #mustread #lol #farting #geez #readastory

Should be a great event...

Great wee cycle to the lovely Loch Lomond shores today. Thankfully, the majority was off-road. I'll feel it tomorrow, no doubt 😀 Now for some writing ✍️

#ChildrensBooks www.amazon.co.uk/Housie-Mousi... www.amazon.com/Housie-Mousi... www.amazon.in/Housie-Mousi... www.amazon.co.jp/-/en/Suzy-Da... #gifts #wintersports #blueskybooks #bookcommunity #bookx #bookworms #readers #presents #middlegrade #giftsforyou #kidsbookshelf #edchatie #livelaughlove

Grateful to connect with so many authors. I'm looking forward to learning more and hearing about everyone's work and future projects. 🙏

This is happening next Friday. Lancaster University. Talking all things Wild Twin and the music therein with Andrew Barker. Plus Lancaster Music Co-op bands Guerrilla Biscuits and The Owlys. Join us! @littletollerbooks.bsky.social @derekalanmeins.bsky.social www.trybooking.com/uk/events/la...

Delighted to see both novels back and ready to be picked up from the Central Library, Paisley also available across the @weareoneren.bsky.social library network and to purchase online 👍

A wee video of some of the locations in my 2nd novel - Death Before Revenge. Best with sound on. #writing community #paisley

Some pics from a great evening talking all things books and writing with @gfpatterson.bsky.social and @pbennett.bsky.social

In just under two weeks on Friday, 28th February (this writer’s birthday, no less) @seamusauthor.bsky.social, @gfpaterson.bsky.social and I will be getting together for some readings and a blether about books at The Erskine Arts Centre. We’d love to see you there. Details below. #BookSky

I was a bit too excited and hasty when I switched to the lovely @bsky.app, and although I've nothing, absolutely nothing, against cats, how do I change my feckn setting thingies? Asking not just for me but silent others.

Just finished this engrossing book. I was willing Jack on with every turn of a page. Amazing and if I can say very brave and fantastic writing style by John Gerard Fagan. Get it you'll not be disappointed. #scottishlit

Would be great to see you at this new event with two fantastic authors @pbennett.bsky.social & @gfpatterson.bsky.social bookwhen.com/erskinearts/...

Looking forward to this with @pbennett.bsky.social and George Paterson bookwhen.com/erskinearts#...

Much thanks to the Tregolls Book Club for the recent feature and review. It is always great to receive feedback from readers and fellow writers. 👍 #writing community #DeathBeforeRevenge

Makes it all worthwhile when you receive a wee bit of feedback for your latest book... "Had a crap sleep last night thanks to you... sat up til after 2am to finish your book! Well done - another triumph 👏👏" Book available here: t.co/1moJw4xcji

Still time for the big beardy guy to deliver these just in time for Christmas. I think you'll like them, honest.

Going mad with the Donegal Discounts here...both books for just 15.99 for Crimbo. Ho-Ho and that🤶 🧑‍🎄