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Nature's Symphony <p> A Review of When the Grass Dances </p>

Nature's Symphony

A Review of When the Grass Dances

When the Grass Dances is a stunning collaboration between poet Valerie Gillies and photographer Rebecca Marr, celebrating the often-overlooked beauty of grasses. This beautifully crafted book invites readers to pause,...
Threads of Memory and Meaning <p> A Review of If This Were Real </p>

Threads of Memory and Meaning

A Review of If This Were Real

In If This Were Real, Gerda Stevenson invites readers into a vibrant tapestry of poetry that is as rich and varied as the landscapes of Scotland itself. This new edition...
A Month of Visionary Art and Bold Gaelic Fiction

A Month of Visionary Art and Bold Gaelic Fiction

July has been a vibrant month for readers, with Luath Press unveiling a striking range of new titles that traverse the boundaries of art, culture and storytelling. Two standouts this...
The Secrets of the St Kilda Isles <p> Review of The Lady of Hirta </p>

The Secrets of the St Kilda Isles

Review of The Lady of Hirta

In The Lady of Hirta, W.C. Mackenzie crafts a richly woven tapestry of intrigue, betrayal, and the relentless pursuit of truth set against the windswept backdrop of the St Kilda...
Five Architectural Treasures <p> Discovering Scotland's Heritage in Scotland in 100 Buildings </p>

Five Architectural Treasures

Discovering Scotland's Heritage in Scotland in 100 Buildings

In Scotland in 100 Buildings, Roger Emmerson invites readers on a captivating journey through the nation’s architectural wonders. This book is a collection of personal narratives, reflections and insights that breathe... Read More
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The Soundtrack of Life

Exploring Catriona Child's Captivating Novels

Catriona Child is a talented author whose novels delve into the intricacies of human relationships, the passage of time, and the evocative power of music. Her storytelling resonates with readers,... Read More
June Literary Gems <p> Captivating New Releases to Discover </p>

June Literary Gems

Captivating New Releases to Discover

As June comes to a close, it's a perfect time to reflect on the literary gems that have graced our shelves this month. Three remarkable titles stand out, each offering... Read More
A Shepherd’s Journey <p> Review of Skirly Crag </p>

A Shepherd’s Journey

Review of Skirly Crag

This review is part of our ongoing series of in-house reviews, showcasing how passionate we are about the books we publish. Helen Percy’s Skirly Crag invites readers into the rugged, enchanting... Read More
Juneteenth <p> Reflections on Robert Burns and the Fight for Black Lives </p>

Juneteenth

Reflections on Robert Burns and the Fight for Black Lives

Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19th, marks a pivotal moment in American history—the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Texas learned of their freedom, over two years after the Emancipation... Read More