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Spooky Reads for Halloween <p> Chilling Picks from Luath Press </p>

Spooky Reads for Halloween

Chilling Picks from Luath Press

As the nights draw in and a chill grips the air, it’s the perfect time to curl up with a spine-tingling tale. This Halloween let’s dive into some of the... Read More
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Castles, Poetry and the Evolution of a Writer <p> Quick-Fire Q&A with Robin Laing </p>

Castles, Poetry and the Evolution of a Writer

Quick-Fire Q&A with Robin Laing

Join us as Robin Laing, author of The Queen's Bahookie, takes part in our series of quick-fire Q&As! What is a quick-fire Q&A? We have our interviewee pick a number at random and we... Read More
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Navigating Life and Laughter <p> Quick-Fire Q&A with Hugh McMillan </p>

Navigating Life and Laughter

Quick-Fire Q&A with Hugh McMillan

Join us as Hugh McMillan, author of Diverted to Split, takes part in our series of quick-fire Q&As! What is a quick-fire Q&A? We have our interviewee pick a number at random and we...
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Breaking the Silence <p> Gemma Morgan's Inspiring Call for Change </p>

Breaking the Silence

Gemma Morgan's Inspiring Call for Change

World Mental Health Day serves as a vital reminder of the importance of mental health awareness and advocacy. This year, as we reflect on the significance of open conversations around... Read More
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Celebrating Teachers Day <p> Honouring Those Who Inspire </p>

Celebrating Teachers Day

Honouring Those Who Inspire

At Luath Press, we understand that teachers are the bedrock of society, shaping minds and fostering the leaders of tomorrow. This Teachers Day, we take a moment to celebrate the... Read More
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In the Footsteps of Writers <p> Celebrating Edinburgh's 900th Anniversary by Donald Smith </p>

In the Footsteps of Writers

Celebrating Edinburgh's 900th Anniversary by Donald Smith

Edinburgh is multi-layered, and the 900th Anniversary of its burgh status poses a challenge. How to even begin covering the people, the places and the events that have shaped life here? My answer is look at... Read More
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Celebratin International Day o Translation <p> A Tribute tae Scots Translated Books </p>

Celebratin International Day o Translation

A Tribute tae Scots Translated Books

Aye, it’s that time o year again when we come thegither tae celebrate the art o translation, an on this International Day o Translation, we’re gaun tae shine a light... Read More
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September Reads <p> Celebrating Scotland’s Voices and Stories </p>

September Reads

Celebrating Scotland’s Voices and Stories

As September draws to a close, we take a moment to reflect on three remarkable books that were released this month. Each of these titles offers unique insights, rich narratives... Read More
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Preserving Myths and Magic <p> Exploring Folklore Fiction </p>

Preserving Myths and Magic

Exploring Folklore Fiction

Folklore has been a vital part of storytelling across cultures, encapsulating myths, legends and traditions that define the identity of a community. Luath Press has been  promoting literature that preserves... Read More
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