Celebrate St Andrew's Day and great Scottish literature at this book festival

Celebrate St Andrew's Day and great Scottish literature at this book festival

Daniel Sheppard, Content Writer UK, Thatsup Daniel Sheppard, Content Writer UK, Thatsup
Daniel Sheppard

The St Andrew's Book Festival, London's largest celebration of Scottish literature and culture, has unveiled the full programme for its second edition, taking place across multiple venues from 26–30 November 2025.

Founded by Scots in London, the festival brings together acclaimed authors, poets, politicians, and cultural figures in a showcase of Scotland's finest. This year's line-up features Val McDermid, Nicola Sturgeon, Irvine Welsh, Sally Magnusson, and many more, alongside debut showcases and themed events on poetry, espionage, libraries, and medical mysteries in fiction.

Highlights include a performance poetry evening with Suzannah V. Evans, Jennifer Morag Henderson, and Taylor Strickland, and conversations with Damian Barr, Amina Shah, and Ambrose Parry. The festival continues its mission to spotlight Scottish voices and cultural heritage within London's literary scene. 

Tickets and full event details are available on the festival's official website.

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