Books

Could visiting book lovers boost our towns' high streets?

BBC Scotland speaks to people involved in the book community in south west Scotland.

The library is home to several rare manuscripts, botanical illustrations and unique books.

Grace Murray says she feels "lucky and grateful" to have taken part in the WriteNow scheme.

Rachel Reid thought her books, about an illicit relationship between two star hockey players, were "unadaptable".

Parents say the scheme helps them bond with their babies and establish early literacy skills.

Novelist Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie says her child's death was caused by medical negligence, which the hospital denies.

The best-selling author says she has also been undergoing radiotherapy and is "doing much better".

His ex-wife announced his death on Tuesday during a live stream of his podcast.

Applications are open for the Dr Gavin Wallace Fellowship, being hosted in Dumfries and Galloway.

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