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.

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Our statement: online events and author fees
Scottish Book Trust believes authors should be paid for their work, including for digital events.
Resources for writers and freelancers during Coronavirus
Practical resources and support for those affected
Apply now: Scots Language Publication Grant
Financial support for Scottish publishers to publish and promote work written in Scots
50 Word Fiction
Write a story featuring a pair of glasses
Scots story competition 2020
We are invitin aw young fowk aged 11 - 18 tae scrieve a poem, a story, a play or a sang in the Scots leid.
Our writing awards and fellowships
We run programmes to support authors at all stages of their careers – is there one to suit your needs?

Author visits

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

View the Author Directory
Find writers, playwrights, poets, storytellers and illustrators who are available for events across Scotland
Live Literature
Live Literature helps fund and support author events in communities all over the country
Live Literature School Residencies
Work with professional writers, storytellers and creators from our Live Literature directory
Scottish Friendly Children's Book Tour
Bringing authors and illustrators to libraries, town halls and schools
Authors Live
A series of world class children’s author and illustrator events brought directly to your classroom, library or home for free

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

New Writers Awards
An annual award supporting emerging writers to develop their craft
Callan Gordon Award
This award has been set up to celebrate the life of Callan Gordon, a young Scottish writer
The Robert Louis Stevenson Fellowship
An annual award offering professional writers a month-long writing retreat
What's Your Story?
Supporting Scotland’s young writers and illustrators
Ignite Fellowship
An annual award supporting the talents and ambitions of professional writers
Next Chapter Award
An annual award supporting an emerging writer over the age of 40
Comhaltachd Robert Louis Stevenson
Duais bhliadhnail a tha a’ tabhann ratreut fad mhìos do sgrìobhadairean proifeiseanta
Industry Labs: Practical workshops for writers
Workshops to hone skills and gain new insights into the business of writing

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

Opportunities for writers
Competitions and calls for submissions for Scottish writers
Literary agents in Scotland
Check out our list of Scottish agents
Writing groups in Scotland
Find a community of writers near you
Writing retreats, workshops, classes and funding
Find the perfect opportunity to spend time on your writing
Resources for writers
Whether you're looking for guidance on getting started or hunting for professional opportunities or retreats, we've got something for you.

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Author visits

Our writing awards and fellowships

Resources for writers

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