Join author Andrew James Greig as he talks about his unique route to becoming an author. Andrew started late, in his 60s, after a lifetime working as a design engineer in aerospace, alternating with providing live sound for bands and festivals worldwide. He supplied the audiovisual equipment for early Bloody Scotland events, pinning a lapel mic to William McIlvanney in 2014 before he’d even thought about becoming a writer; then his first book, Whirligig (now The Bone Clock), was shortlisted for the McIlvanney Prize in 2020.

Since then, he has had eight books published with a contract to write another five. Two books have been listed for the McIlvanney Prize and one for the Crime Writers’ Association New Blood writer’s award. His next book, The Drowning Glen, is already achieving good pre-sales prior to publication this November.

Andrew James Greig will discuss how his settings are influenced by his decision to hitchhike to Fort William from his Welsh home at 18 to work in forestry, and how life experiences such as being held ransom at gunpoint in Brazil stimulate the creative process. He hopes that he can provide the inspiration for other people to start writing. Who knows where it will take you?

Suitable for ages 16+. Tickets for this event are are £6 and are available from Loch Leven Community Library.

In association with Kinross-shire Local Events Organisation (KLEO).