Angus MacDonald, author of the just published ‘ The Secret of Ardnish ’ came to Lomond to sign a vast pile of this book and three others in the Ardnish series . Scottish bestsellers and well-reviewed in the adventure romance genre, they appeal to visitors and locals alike!     “Compelling, Captivating, Extraordinary…”   ‘ Ardnish Was Home ’ , ‘ We Fought For Ardnish ’ , ‘ Ardnish ’ (a prequel) , and the latest book ‘ The Secret of Ardnish ’ are rich in historic and cultural references which provide vivid portraits of the families who once breathed life into the peninsula. Enduring love and human spirit are starkly contrasted by wartime horror, daring escapades and adventure which propel the reader through each story, authenticated with thorough research and accurate detail. Angus says, "I wrote the first of the Ardnish series eight years ago, the wonderful history of this now deserted area just yearned to be written about. Pulling together the stories of the people of the west coast combined with the real life history of the Lovat Scouts, the reconnaissance troops of the British army and of course in each book there is a girl, who inevitably becomes the hero of the story." "The first book started off   ‘Ardnish is where God was born. Anyone who has been there on a day in early May, as the sun sets over Goat Isle, would see why it is a certainty. The peninsula is the most beautiful place on earth: the gentle hills behind the village; the towering mountains of An Stac and Roshven facing us, reflected in the sea on a calm day; the curve of the beach in front; and the islands of Eigg and Rum beyond.. Ardnish was home – it is where I belong – and every day I am away I yearn to return.’ "   "My house looks across the loch at the stunning Ardnish, there isn’t a ruin I haven’t explored, a cliff I haven’t climbed to find out more about the place and its people. The last of them left during the last war, with the diaspora spread across the world. One was even Deputy Premier of Canada.  My grandfather and great grandfather served in the Lovat Scouts in the Boer War, First and Second World wars, kept diaries and wrote detailed letters home….what a wonderful source for a novel writer. "   "The just published ‘ The Secret of Ardnish ’ is very much an Ardnish series book, albeit set in 2016. The grandson of the last person on the peninsula returns from Canada to ‘the old country’, and goes kayaking around the peninsula following the trail of Bonnie Prince Charlies’ gold aided by local girl, Sarah. I hope you enjoy reading these books as much as I did writing them."   Shop YOUR SIGNED COPIES of the Ardnish books  here and don't forget! You always get 10% off your order when you shop with us on our website!

  Presenting the most in-depth, relatable, and picturesque guidebook to the North Coast 500 on the market - this is Destination NC500 .   “Your book is fantastic. I am not much of a reader and cannot put this book down. Just bought our 1st ever camper and so excited. Can’t wait to visit some of the spectacular places you have talked about in your book. Well done!”   The North Coast 500 coastal route ties all that Scotland has to offer into one epic road trip. The incredible beauty of the remote and unforgiving highlands of Scotlands make it one of the most unique places on Planet Earth, a definite bucket-list location for any traveller. Plan the NC500 road trip like never before with this in-depth and relatable travel guide, detailing where to eat, where to stay, essential road trip information, and over 100 of the top sights that cannot be missed - an unforgettable adventure!  During the research for this book, Campbell and Gemma spent two months living on the route, turning over every rock and leaf to make sure that they included all of the best-hidden sights and attractions that the NC500 has to offer.     “This is a fantastic book that details a fantastic journey through some of Scotland’s most inspiring scenery. An absolute joy to read. Makes you want to do it, and makes you feel like you’re already there. Wonderful.”     Shop ‘Destination NC500’ here today and get 10% off your order when you shop with us on our website!    

Just a few more days to go before the 2022 Olympic Games in Beijing kick off! We wish the British Curling Team good luck - hopefully their Olympic endeavours will be as successful and exciting as Corrie’s adventures in ‘Corrie's Curling Capers’! "Corrie, The Westie Fest champion is invited to open the Caledonian Canine Curling Club bonspiel but she's off to a slippery start with no ice rink on Arran. After talking with her Papa, Corrie discovers curling was played on the island 200 years ago." -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Shop ‘Corrie's Curling Capers’ here today and get 10% off your order !

The Christmas present of the year just arrived - SIGNED COPIES of The Clanlands Almanac by Sam Heughan and Graham McTavish! The perfect escapist guide,  The Clanlands Almanac  is intended as a starting point for your own discoveries, and is a light-hearted but informative look at Scotland through the eyes of two passionate and charismatic Scotsmen. In  The Clanlands Almanac , Outlander stars Sam and Graham turn tour guides once again to bring readers more epic tales in this seasonal meander through the wilds of Scotland. From First Footing, to Samhain, Fringe Festival follies, to whisky lore - these beloved Scottish actors guide readers through a year of Scottish legends, traditions, historical and contemporary events, sharing stories and tips as only these two chalk-and-cheese friends can. Click here to shop now - our opening stock are all signed by the authors, Sam and Graham! We have 200 signed copies of  The Clanlands Almanac -  available in hardback from  November 19th . Shop today to make sure you get yours before they're gone! ‘If Clanlands was a gentle road trip with our readers through Scotland, this Almanac is a top down, pedal to the metal, up-and-down odyssey through the many byways of a Scottish year. We offer an invitation to anyone who picks up the book to join us on a crazy campervan exploration over 12 glorious, whisky-fuelled months. Mountains, battles, famous (and infamous) Scots, the alarming competitiveness of Men in Kilts, clans, feuds, flora, fauna, with a healthy sprinkling of embarrassing personal reminiscences thrown in. Much is explored, all is shared, lawsuits are inevitable. It is a campervan cornucopia of all things Alba.’ - Heughan & McTavish

The very first official Harry Potter knitting book is a beautifully illustrated guide to 25 authentic Harry Potter knitting patterns, all based on the eight Harry Potter films. Harry Potter Knitting Magic With Harry Potter: Knitting Magic you can discover your inner knitting wizard to create 25 stunning Harry Potter knits, all beautifully illustrated in full colour, from step-by-step patterns exclusively designed for the Wizarding World. With knits for clothing, home projects, and keepsakes, all of the patterns are inspired by the Harry Potter films. Amongst the 25 unique patterns, you can even create some of the most famous costumes seen on the big screen, from a Hogwarts scarf to Mrs Weasley’s Christmas sweaters. Including practical information, such as which are the correct colour of wool to use, Harry Potter: Knitting Magic is also packed full of original costume sketches, film stills, fun facts, and much, much more. So, pick up your needles and your yarn, and let Harry Potter: Knitting Magic , the official Harry Potter knitting pattern book, inspire your inner knitting wizard. About the Author: Tanis Gray is the author of 9 knitting books, and more than 500 published knitting designs. She has worked for Vogue Knitting, and Martha Stewart, and has regularly features on Knitting Daily TV. Tanis is a renowned knitting expert and author and teaches knitting around the world. Harry Potter: Knitting Magic is available in hardback, and can be ordered from Scottish Bookstore if you click here .

Exciting news for author Allan Martin, whose thrilling and atmospheric novel The Peat Dead has been shortlisted for the Bloody Scotland McIlvanney Prize for Debut Crime Novel 2019. The Peat Dead Set predominantly on the magical island of Islay, The Peat Dead is a remarkably assured first novel that introduces us to Inspector Angus Blue and his team, who are confronted by the grisly discovery of five corpses in a peat bank. Skilfully blending historic and current political events with the intricacies of a police investigation and astute insights into island life The Peat Dead grips the reader from the very first page. On hearing of his nomination, retired teacher and university lecturer Allan said, 'I am thrilled to be shortlisted for such a prestigious prize. It is a great honour and something I could not have imagined when I started writing.' Seonaid Francis, Editorial Director at ThunderPoint Publishing added, 'Allan Martin has crafted a gripping novel that draws on historic events and places them firmly in current times, and reminds us that the past effects us all. He is an author to watch and we strongly recommend people search out The Peat Dead'. Reviews of The Peat Dead “A mystery so redolent of its island setting that you practically smell the peat and whisky on the pages.” – Douglas Skelton “This atmospheric crime novel set on Islay gripped me from the start. A book that shows decades-old crimes cast long shadows.” – Sarah Ward About The Peat Dead On the Scottish Hebridean Island of Islay, five corpses are dug up by a peat-cutter. All of them have been shot in the back of the head, execution style. Sent across from the mainland to investigate, Inspector Angus Blue and his team slowly piece together the little evidence they have, and discover the men were killed on a wartime base, over 70 years ago. But there are still secrets worth protecting, and even killing for. Who can Inspector Blue trust? About the Author: Allan Martin worked as a teacher, teacher-trainer and university lecturer, and only turned to writing fiction after taking early retirement. He lives in Glasgow and with his wife regularly visits the Hebrides and Estonia. He has had several short stories published, notably in iScot magazine and 404Ink magazine. He has also translated from Estonian a ‘closed-room’ mystery, The Oracle, originally published in 1937. The Peat Dead is available in paperback at £9.99 and can be ordered from Scottish Bookstore.