Ready to kickstart your creative summer? Pop along to our latest Stranraer Creative Writing Group for a fun, relaxed session to get your imagination going. Join us for our next session on 23 July, 11am-12 noon, at the Millennium Centre. We can't wait to see you!

'My Uncle George' by Ros Taylor, encourages Claire and Marjorie to reflect on the importance of making time for others in our busy daily lives, and the lasting memories created by those playful relatives and loved ones. Listen to the full conversation: soundcloud.com/openbookunboun…

We'd like to wish all our Lead Readers a happy summer break. Their enthusiasm and creativity is at the heart of each Open Book session. We hope they are all enjoying the summer months, relaxing with a good book (or two) in the sun!

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In the latest episode of #OpenBookUnbound, Claire and Marjorie delve into John Glenday's poem, 'Caithness', and explore the joys of looking closely at the world around us. Listen to the full discussion on your favourite podcast streaming service or at soundcloud.com/openbookunboun….

We've got another fun-filled week of #SharedReading events to spark your imagination. Join us for a relaxing session filled with poetry, stories, and good company. Simply drop in on the day or reserve your spot on Eventbrite.

Keen to try an Open Book session but not sure where to start? Join us for one of our relaxed, virtual Open Shared Reading or Open Creative Writing groups to meet some of our lovely community and see what it's all about! Sign up on Eventbrite to join: eventbrite.co.uk/o/open-book-30…

It's August, which officially means we're getting festival-ready for this year's Edinburgh International Book Festival! You can join us in person for our free but ticketed cafe sessions, or join one of our digital outings. Find out more and book your free ticket on our Eventbrite: eventbrite.com/cc/open-book-a…

We’re welcoming in a jam-packed August with an exciting week of #SharedReading events across Scotland and online. Here’s a look at what we have lined up:

Claire & Marjorie explore the theme of Inheritance in the latest #OpenBookUnbound. Reading Helen Lyttle's 'Arthur's Gift' and A E Housman's 'Soldier from the wars returning', we look at writings inspired by the hard realities of WWI that can help us imagine a more hopeful future.

Join us at Haddington Community Kitchen this Friday, 1-2pm, for a relaxing hour of shared reading in this gentle, guided session. No need to book – simply drop in on the day to join the fun!

We have two exciting opportunities to join Open Book as a lead reader! For more information about the role and how to apply visit openbookreading.com/2024/07/open-b… Deadline for applications: 5pm Thursday 29th August

Join us for our exciting new Texts in Translation group, where Lead Reader Saffanna will guide you through texts translated from Arabic before introducing gentle writing prompts to spark your own writing. Book your spot to join our next session: eventbrite.co.uk/o/open-book-30…

Fancy a sneak peek into our upcoming pamphlet? This gorgeous poem was written by participants of our Next Chapters Creative Writing Group and is just one of the stunning poems featured in our new anthology – coming soon!

Helen Lyttle's powerful short story captures the realities of combat for WWI soldier, Arthur Roberts. Inspired by Roberts' diaries, Lyttle imagines his boyhood dream of fighting for his country paralleled with the horrors witnessed. Listen now the latest #OpenBookUnbound.

Whether you're fluent in Gaelic or new to the language, our Gaelic Creative Writing session is fun for Gaelic speakers of all levels. Join us for a guided session where we'll explore texts in Gaelic before writing our own creative pieces. Find out more: eventbrite.co.uk/o/open-book-30…

What shape does hope take for you? We love this beautiful poem exploring Hope by Stranraer Creative Writing Group. Stranraer Creative Writing Group returns from their summer break on 24 September, 11am-12.30pm. Drop into the Millennium Centre to grab a cuppa and get creative!

We had a fantastic time at the Edinburgh Book Festival this year and hope you did too! Thanks to everyone for joining our Open Book events, we look forward to seeing you at future book festivals! #edbookfest24 #EIBF #FutureTense #OpenBookReading #edinburgh

Want to find out about how you can volunteer with Open Book? We're holding an informal Zoom session on Thursday 12 September, 11am-12pm. If you enjoy reading and working with a range of communities, pop along and find out more! #Volunteer #reading #creativewriting #Scotland

Our groups are taking part in National Library of Scotland’s survey – part of their 100th anniversary celebrations. The survey asks us for us to share the books that have shaped us throughout our lives and responses may feature in an exhibition next year! Take part here: nls.uk/books-that-sha…