Bliss on Colonsay, plastic surgery in Edinburgh, strange encounters in Botswana, and pirates in the Caribbean have all contributed to Alexander McCall Smith receiving the Medal of Honour for Achievements in Literature from the Arts Club of New York – encounter them all in a tent in Edinburgh that will shake with mirth, music and the sound of his infectious laughter.

Tickets and info: https://www.edbookfest.co.uk/the-festival/whats-on/alexander-mccall-smith-24-9697

Over 1000 authors from more than 45 countries across the world gather in a leafy tented village at the heart of Edinburgh city centre to inspire, challenge and entertain readers and book lovers. Come rain or shine, you can enjoy chat-show style interviews, panel debates, workshops, storytelling, interactive crafts, performances and live draws for adults and children.  Edinburgh in Alexander’s home town and he looks forward to his annual conversations with readers at this very special festival.