Writing and authors

Tell the next part of your story. Apply to our writing programmes for targeted support, discover the magic of an author visit or delve into inspirational writing tips, publishing advice and competitions.

Apply for the New Writers Awards
Our annual award supports emerging writers to develop their craft
Your Stories
We're searching for the real-life stories of the people of Scotland
50 Word Fiction
Can you write a story in just 50 words?
Scotland's Stories: Community Campfires
Discover our story-making residencies with local library services in Scotland
Apply for Live Literature funding
Get funding to run author events in your community
Young Scots Writer o the Year Award
We’re on the lookout for talented young folk aged 11–18 writing and creating in Scots
Young Writers
Storytelling tools for teens and young adults
Scots Language Publication Grant
Supporting Scottish publishers to publish and promote work written in Scots

Author events and visits

Discover how Scottish Book Trust can help you host an author event, get on our author directory or find an author.

Live Literature
Live Literature helps fund and support author events in communities across Scotland
Legal guidance for sharing books and stories online
How to safely share books and stories online during lockdown
Statement: online events and author fees
We believe authors should be paid for their work, including for digital events.
View the Author Directory
Find writers, playwrights, poets, storytellers and illustrators who are available for events across Scotland
Authors Live
A series of world class children’s author and illustrator events brought directly to your classroom, library or home for free
Scottish Friendly Children's Book Tour
Bringing authors and illustrators to libraries, town halls and schools
Live Literature School Residencies
Work with professional writers, storytellers and creators from our Live Literature directory

Resources for writers

From writing your first story to finding a local writers group or getting advice on submitting to a publisher, we've got you covered.

View all resources for writers

Industry Labs: Practical workshops for writers
Workshops to hone skills and gain new insights into the business of writing
Online writing workshops
Find opportunities to share and improve your work remotely
Opportunities for writers
Competitions and calls for submissions for Scottish writers
Writing retreats, workshops, classes and funding
Find the perfect opportunity to spend time on your writing
Young Writers
Storytelling tools for teens and young adults
How to run an online workshop
Advice for facilitating an online workshop, including safeguarding and privacy
Writing groups in Scotland
Ideas for remote author events
Fresh ideas for running an author event during lockdown
Resources for writers and freelancers during Coronavirus
Practical resources and support for those affected

Our writing awards and fellowships

Looking for ways to take your writing career to the next step? Find out more about our annual awards and fellowships.

View our awards and fellowships

Ignite Fellowship
The Ignite Fellowship offers tailored practical and financial support to professional authors
New Writers Awards
An annual award supporting emerging writers to develop their craft
Next Chapter Award
An annual award supporting an emerging writer over the age of 40
Callan Gordon Award
This award has been set up to celebrate the life of Callan Gordon, a young Scottish writer
What's Your Story?
Supporting Scotland’s young writers and illustrators
Comhaltachd Robert Louis Stevenson
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