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📖💚 Portraits of Passion by Duncan Simpson is a bold, heartfelt tribute to the supporters who embody the spirit of Hibs. Packed with stunning photography and moving stories, this book captures the pride, loyalty and fierce love that have driven the club for 150 years. From diehard fans who’ve witnessed it all to the next generation donning their first scarves, Portraits of Passion shines a light on the faces behind the flags: the true heart of Hibernian. A must-have for anyone who holds Hibs close to their heart. 💚⚽️ #PortraitsOfPassion #DuncanSimpson #Hibernian #Hibs #FootballFamily #Supporters #MustHaveBook
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📚💖 Happy Book Lovers Day! Today, we celebrate the magic of stories that transport us to new worlds, ignite our imaginations and connect us with others. Whether you're lost in a novel, exploring poetry or diving into non-fiction, let’s honour the joy and power of reading. Here’s to the pages that inspire us and the books that become our lifelong companions! What are you reading today? 📖✨ #BookLoversDay #ReadingNook #LiteraryMagic #BookCommunity #LoveToRead
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🌟 Celebrating the vibrant tapestry of Scotland at #ScotlandsFest! 🎉 This year marks our 8th anniversary, featuring over 20 captivating events that delve into the rich literary, cultural and political landscape of our nation. Each of us carries a unique vision of Scotland - our own experiences and perspectives. Here, we honour the diverse Scotlands through the eyes of poets, artists and scholars. Whether you’re a local or visiting, seize the moment at the Fringe! Join us for thought-provoking discussions, immersive storytelling, history, poetry, politics and so much more. Let's explore the many Scotlands together! 📚✨ #ScotlandsFest2025 #LiteraryFestival #CulturalCelebration
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📚✨ Sneak peek alert! 🌟 Dive into The Tither Side, a captivating short story from Gerda Stevenson’s new collection, Cat Wumman. This collection features nine compelling tales that weave contemporary Scottish life with inspiration from folk tales, Scots ballads and the poetry of Coleridge and Hugh MacDiarmid. Expect dark, intriguing narratives filled with four weddings, yet no funeral! Get ready to be irresistibly drawn in! 💚 #CatWumman #GerdaStevenson #ShortStories #ScottishLiterature #FolkTales #BookLovers #LiteraryMagic
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⚔️📚 To War with Wallace by Barbara Henderson takes you back to the Scottish Wars of Independence in 1297, where the fight for freedom rages on! Young apprentice armourer Harry's life changes forever when he is tasked with guarding the imprisoned Scottish nobleman, Andrew de Moray. A moment of carelessness leads to an unexpected escape, and Harry finds himself swept into the heart of the Northern Rising. As skirmishes erupt and alliances form, he grapples with questions of loyalty and justice. Whose cause is right? Can he trust his new friend Euphemia? Amidst the chaos of the Battle of Stirling Bridge, Harry must make a choice: Whose side is he on? 🔥🏴‍☠️ #ToWarWithWallace #BarbaraHenderson #ScottishHistory #WarsOfIndependence #YoungAdultFiction #MustRead
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ScotlandsFest is truly underway! From football to art and Scots language, yesterday was truly inspiring ✨ However, it's not over yet! Stay tuned for more updates or head to our website to see what is still to come. #thefringe #edinburghfringe #fringe #fringe25 #fringe2025 #scotlandsfest25
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🌾🐄 Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Donald and His Seven Cows by Angus Peter Campbell! 🌊✨ Follow Donald Michael MacDonald as he walks the round mile where each step is a journey through time, history and the heart of the island. With his beloved cows, he navigates the delicate balance between tradition and change, facing the challenges posed by modernity. Will Donald reclaim his peace and protect his way of life? Experience the magic of this tale and the eternal truths that lie within. 📚💚 #DonaldAndHisSevenCows #AngusPeterCampbell #LiteraryJourney #IslandLife #TraditionMeetsModernity #BookLovers #MustRead
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Love Goes North is a heartfelt collection of poetry – a love letter to trains, travel and the moments and people that shape us along the way 💌🌍. Through evocative, finely observed verse, Julie McNeill journeys north to Glasgow and beyond, capturing the joy, the longing, and the quiet reflections of travel 🚉🌧️. Each poem is an invitation to pause, to remember and to feel. Available at all good bookshops. #LoveGoesNorth #JulieMcNeill #PoetryOfTravel #TrainPoetry #ScottishPoetry #NowReading #PoetryLovers #JourneysInVerse #TravelByTrain #GlasgowBound #MissingPoem
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