Fresh Talent from Scotland

Laura Marney

Four of Scotland's sparkiest new writers are descending on Dumfries as part of Ottakers' 'Fresh Talent from Scotland' tour. Sophie Cooke, Keith Grey, Susie Maguire and Laura Marney will be reading from their work and discussing the contemporary writing scene at the Crichton Campus (Rutherford-McCowan building) on Thurs 13th October at 6pm.
More info here.

Lockerbie Life

21 years in Dumfries and Galloway are being celebrated in an exhibition of writing, painting and photography by multitalented Lockerbie poet and artist Eric Davidson. It's running at Lockerbie Library from 30th Sept to 8th Oct, and rounds off with readings and music at the town's Library and Crown Hotel on Saturday 8th. Details here.