Join bestselling author Val McDermid and photographer Alan McCredie, for some World Book Day celebrations.

They will discuss their recent publication My Scotland on Thursday 5 March at 7pm.

Join Val as she takes readers to the landscapes she has known all her life, and the places where her stories and characters reside. Accompanied by Alan’s stunning photographs, this remarkable book uncovers Val’s own Scotland in all its glory - from the iconic Isle of Skye to the majestic streets of Edinburgh; from the undiscovered hideaways of the Highlands to the wild and untamed Jura.

Featuring excerpts from Val McDermid’s bestselling novels and charting Karen Pirie’s Fife, to Lindsay Gordon’s Glasgow, My Scotland is an unforgettable and uniquely personal journey.

To accompany us on the journey, we have a selection of Scottish gins to further celebrate what is sure to be a wonderfully entertaining evening.

Tickets are £10, Book now from eastayrsihreleisure.com or from the Dick Institute on 01563 554300

*Please note this evening is for over 18s only.