Edinburgh: the first UNESCO City of Literature
 

Welcome to our city built on books, brimming with writers and readers and home to the world's largest Book Festival.  Use this literature hub to discover more about our projects, Edinburgh's literary landmarks, Scottish literature and search our events database to find out what's going on.

COMING SOON...Stories in Stone...at the end of August we'll be launching a series of podcasts telling the story of Edinburgh's literary and built heritage, as well as a free walking trail In the Footsteps 44 Scotland Street based around Alexander McCall-Smith's bestselling series.

Second UNESCO City of Literature Announced: