Len Pennie Headlines Open Mic Night for Light the Blue 2026
The Sunday Times bestseller closes a spoken word open mic night built around local voices.
Writing
WayWORD Spring 2026 Digs Into Literature, Landscape and Sound
Aberdeen’s youth-led literary festival pairs Douglas Stuart with geothermal sound art this May.
Granite Noir Turns Ten With a Look at Aberdeen's Darker Past
As well as celebrating the best of crime literature, the tenth edition will dig into real life crimes.
SMHAF Writing Awards Come to Aberdeen for First Time
Writers wrestle with comfort and discomfort around mental health in this collaboration with Wayword
New Book Explores the Darker Side of the Granite City
Everyday places become the backdrop for secrets in Kenna Anderson’s latest story collection.
Write a Press Release to Unlock a New Audience for Your Creative Projects
Our guide simplifies writing and sending press releases for cultural organisations, and finding a new audience.
Pushing Out the Boat Sets Sail with Issue 18
Scotland’s long-running arts magazine returns with new work, a Gaelic debut, and more.