Fans of celebrated author Alexander McCall Smith will have a rare chance to meet him during an event at an Edinburgh bookshop in December.
The author of The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series will be speaking at the newly-opened Topping & Company bookshop.
He will be discussing some of his latest books, including the newly-released Pianos and Flowers.
The novel explores forgotten stories from around the world through old sepia photographs.
The bookshop says: "We are delighted to welcome Alexander McCall Smith, the master chronicler of modern life and manners, for an evening celebrating his writing.
"Alexander is a gifted storyteller, who spins intriguing and hugely enjoyable tales.
"This year’s have included The Second Worst Restaurant in France, The Peppermint Tea Chronicles (a new installment in the 44 Scotland Street series), and Pianos and Flowers, a collection of evocative stories, inspired by long-lost photographs."
Fans are able to pre-order signed copies of the book ahead of the event on Thursday, December 5.
You can find out more here.
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