From Arthur's Seat: readings at Scottish Poetry Library

In brief

Date - 15 May 2024

Venue - Scottish Poetry Library

Format - An evening of poetry and prose (and more!) readings from MSc Creative Writing students, and includes a guest appearance from Professor Alan Gillis (Professor of Modern Poetry, English Literature).

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About the event

The ninth volume of From Arthur’s Seat is a diverse collection of writing by emerging talent, writers from around the world brought together in Scotland’s UNESCO City of Literature. The diverse interests and backgrounds of our authors make for an exciting collage of prose, poetry and everything in between.

From the tale of a cursed woman who sees the strongest memories of others to the story of a waitress who discovers Elvis’ peanut allergy, our writers have crafted eclectic visions ranging from the tragic to the humorous.

The MSc Creative Writing student readers featured are:

  • Xabier Usabiaga
  • Aakarsh Asokas
  • Jon Meharg
  • Xu Guo
  • and more!

This event also features a special appearance from Professor Alan Gillis (Professor of Modern Poetry, English Literature).

Read Alan's full staff profile on the University website

Join us to be inspired, moved, and entertained!

How to attend

This event is open to all, and free to attend. Spaces are limited, and can be reserved on Eventbrite.

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Are you interested in Creative Writing at LLC?

Based in the first UNESCO World City of Literature, our one-year, full-time taught masters programme is tailored towards your practice in either fiction or poetry.

Highlights include our annual industry event and creative writing conference, and lots of opportunities to share your work, including From Arthur’s Seat and a range of writing awards.

Find out more and apply on the University of Edinburgh Degree Finder