Reviews
Jean-Pierre Filiu
Diplomacy between the Middle East and the USA in graphic novel form.
Christine Burns
Activist and editor presents a book on the history of transgender lives in Britain.
Akala
An invigorating talk that offered insightful political commentary on race in 21st Century Britain
Susie Orbach
The Goddess of “the listening cure” at the Book festival
Mark Cousins
Film director Mark Cousins discusses The Story of Looking with Fruitmarket Gallery director Fiona Bradley.
Matt Haig
A warm event discussing the importance of our mental well being.
Susan Calman
Popular comedian and author takes the audience on a journey of kindness and joy in her latest book.
Rachel Hewitt: The Enlightenment’s Emotional End
A fascinating exploration of emotion, and how it shapes our past and present.
Akwugo Emejulu, Heidi Safia Mirza, Djamila Ribeiro & Sara Wajid
Revolting Women panel addresses the DNA of colonialist institutions
The Last Poets
The Hip Hop and Spoken Word legends make a welcome return to Edinburgh.
Jim Broadbent & Dix
Acclaimed actor presents an exciting Graphic Novel at the Book Festival.
Warren Pleece
A graphic novel tells a personal story of the history of slavery in Scotland.
Herland
A relaxing, entertaining, and thought-provoking Book Festival event
Sue Black with Val McDermid
Fascinating experiences of death (and life) from a world leading forensic anthropologist.
Ruby Wax
American comedian, actress and author explores the human brain and the importance of mindfulness in her latest book.
Jane Robinson and Diane Atkinson
“I suppose women are people after all” accepts Asquith.
Martin Rowson & Mohammad Sabaaneh with Phill Jupitus
Two very different, but very important graphic novels.
Guy Stagg, Alastair McIntosh
Not your average traipse round the block at the Book Festival