Auchterarder Book Festival

Welcome to the Auchterarder Book Festival!

Come join us in the Aytoun Hall for a celebration of all things literary. Dive into a world of words, stories, and imagination with our lineup of talented authors and speakers, there's something for every book lover.

Meet your favorite authors, discover new reads, and mingle with fellow book enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned reader or just starting your literary journey, this festival is the perfect place to immerse yourself in the magic of books.

Don't miss out on this exciting event - book your free ticket and get ready for a day filled with literary delights at the Auchterarder Book Festival!

Festival bookshop | Book browsing corner | Refreshments

Children

10: 30 | Storytelling

Pauline Tait reads Fairy in the Kettle

11:00 | Story activity

Helen Watson - Oor Haggis and the Letter Quest

11:30 | Story activity

Greta Yorke – story and puppet making

12:00 | Story activity

Fiona Lowry – Franco and the Green Light Fairy

1:00 | Storytelling

With author Maggie Bolton

1:30 | Story activity

Kathryn Holme - Captain Kit

Drop-in book making and story creating activities for children continue throughout the day at the activity table.

Workshops

10:20 – 11:00 | Creative writing workshop

Develop your creative writing skills in this fun workshop suitable for all levels run by author Ann Burnett.

11:20 -12:00 | Hints and tips for effective research

Author and historian Lexie Conyngham leads a whirlwind tour of historical research for fiction writing. Suitable for beginners.

12:20-1:00 | Poetry workshop

Whether you are a seasoned poet or need help to get started, poet and author Allan Gaw will provide inspiration in this popular workshop on finding extraordinary ways to describe the everyday.

1:20-2:00 | Short story and flash fiction writing

Authors Kate Ogston and Marti McNair lead this workshop on the art of being concise.

All workshops require specific ticket type - only 12 spaces for each workshop

All workshops are suitable for teens and adults

Talks and Panels

10:30-11:00am | Meet the Authors

Speed dating with a difference – start your day at the festival by meeting our authors as they have 2 minutes to tell you all about their work.

11:20-12:00pm | Just Published!

Looking for a new read? Four new works of fiction and non-fiction have been specially selected to tempt you.

12:20-1:00pm | Killers v Hunters

Sheena MacLeod chats with crime writers Val Penny and Wendy H Jones about the secrets of a successful crime series.

1:20-2:00 | The Last Witch of Scotland

Philip Paris talks about the Scottish witch hunts and his latest novel inspired by the last person to be executed for witchcraft in Britain.ut the Scottish witch hunts and his latest novel inspired by the last person to be executed for witchcraft in Britain.

2:10-3:00 | Creative Showcase

Don’t miss this feast of the spoken word by our local creative writing groups. The perfect way to wrap up your day.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Aytoun Hall, Aytoun Hall, Auchterarder, United Kingdom