THE dates for a popular Scottish book festival have been confirmed for late 2025 as it gears up for a special anniversary edition following last year's cancellation.
Charity Glasgow Life confirmed on Thursday that Aye Write, a well-loved book festival held in Glasgow, will run from November 6-16 for its 20th anniversary after securing over £260,000 in funding for 2025-27 from Creative Scotland’s multi-year fund back in January.
The news comes after last year's festival was cancelled due to funding issues from Creative Scotland, though a series of pop-up events were held following a cash boost from a foundation established by late EuroMillions winner Colin Weir.
Bailie Annette Christie, chair of Glasgow Life, said: “We’re really looking forward to the return of Aye Write this year and marking an incredible 20 years of Glasgow’s much-loved celebration of books, storytelling, and the love of reading.
“We are grateful to Creative Scotland for their support and our festival team is busy planning an inspiring and diverse programme of pop-up and festival events.
“We can’t wait to welcome readers, writers and book lovers back to Aye Write over the coming months and during November.”
A series of pop-up events will be held across the city in the lead up to the festival, starting with a conversation the history of Scottish gothic literature between author Liam McIlvanney and Scottish literature expert Dr Valentina Bold, taking place at the Mitchell Library on July 31.
A version of the festival aimed exclusively at children and young people, Wee Write, has also been confirmed to return in March 2026.
The wider programme will be launched later in 2025, alongside venue and ticketing details.
Tickets for McIlvanney and Dr Bold’s conversation are on sale now, and can be purchased via the official Aye Write website.
Glasgow Life produces the annual literature festival, alongside its work delivering other cultural events across the city.
