Books
A fascinating guide to Dundee Pubs past and present
One of the great things about visiting any city or town in Scotland is discovering its pubs. Whether you’re popping in for a quick drink, or to have a spot of lunch, you come to realise that so many of the buildings will have long and fascinating histories. Amberley Publishing are celebrating these drinking establishments…
Read MoreThe life of a highly-respected Scots surgeon
In this autobiography, Sir Kenneth Calman details his life as one of the most influential medics of his time. From growing up in a council house in Glasgow to becoming the only person to be appointed Chief Medical Officer of both Scotland and England, this is a story of hard work and perseverance. An awe-inspiring,…
Read MoreA mystery set on an anthrax testing island
Anthrax is the thrilling debut novel by D L Marshall, centring around the Anthrax testing island of Gruinard. A mixture of fact and fiction, this novel follows John Tyler as he is sent to the island to fix broken equipment. However, he soon realises there is more going on than at first meets the eye.…
Read MoreA gripping page-turner in the hunt for a killer
Set in St Andrews this crime novel, What They Knew, is a real page turner – although it may not be one to read just before bed. The fourth mystery in the series, DI Claire MacKay has been tasked with finding a killer who is particularly skilled at evading capture. Todd’s emotive language brings the…
Read MoreThe intriguing real life story of former MP Maria Fyfe
‘From council house to the House of Commons,’ the feeling roused by this quote is amplified the further you delve into Singing In The Streets. Maria Fyfe details her life from growing up in the Gorbals in post World War II Britain to her work as an MP for the Labour Party. She depicts the…
Read MoreHow to celebrate Robert Burns – 365 days of the year
Robert Burns is world renowned as Scotland’s greatest poet and lyricist. Pauline MacKay was thus inspired to create ‘Burns for Every Day of the Year’ to pay homage to his vast and diverse body of work. The book is comprised of some of Burns’ most famous pieces alongside lesser known poems, songs, extracts from letters…
Read MoreA fascinating tale packed with gripping twists and turns
The ever witty Catriona McPherson has outdone herself in the latest instalment of the Dandy Gilver adventures. Set in Dundee, The Mirror Dance follows the private investigator as she helps solve a copyright dispute involving a travelling puppeteer and a local publishing house. However, like most detective series, all is not as simple as it…
Read MoreA life on the hills is a fascinating chronicle
It isn’t very often you see books documenting a life spent on the hills. But in Sixty Glorious Seasons: The Memoirs of Finlay Mackintosh, a Badenoch Stalker 1883-1966, we learn the subject certainly lived a fascinating life. His time working in Badenoch as a stalker is inspiring, especially for those who know the area themselves.…
Read MoreA short story collection from beautiful Speyside
Set in beautiful Speyside, Speyside Memories contains a collection of short stories based on the author’s experiences of living in the area. The eleven stories begin with Matheson reminiscing over his childhood living on a small farm during wartime. The retired surgeon, who worked as a consultative surgeon in Aberdeen, then delves into his love…
Read MoreCappuccino and Porridge – a real life romance
When I first picked up Cappuccino and Porridge, I was all set to don my chef hat and ready myself for a new breakfast recipe – but never judge a book by its cover. The name Cappuccino and Porridge is, in fact, a hint at a beautiful melange of Italian and Scottish heritage. Inspired by…
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