This event is open to all! BPOC and non-BPOC writers, literary professionals and friends are welcome to join!
Our Developing your Craft programme will culminate in an in-person Keynote on 27 February, 7-9pm by the award-winning author Anthony Capildeo. We will follow Anthony’s keynote with a short open-mic and a catered reception. Join us for a wonderful evening of craft discussion, readings, small bites, and drinks at Augustine United Church. This session is open to everyone – you do not have to be a writer of colour to attend. Suggested donation £10 or more (£5 concession).
Venue Info:
This event takes place at Augustine United Church, 41 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1EL.
The main entrance has four steps plus a handrail, but step-free access is available via a side entrance. Accessible toilets are available on ground floor and lower level. More details here.
Before You Book:
- This keynote is open to both BPOC and non-BPOC writers and audiences.
- There is a suggested donation amount, but please register for free or for a smaller amount if that suits your needs. No questions asked.
- We have a number of data and child/carer bursaries available for BPOC writers – request a bursary by completing our form.
- Registering for this event means you agree to our safer spaces policy.
- Live captions provided by Otter.
Cancellations
If you have registered for this event but are unable to attend, please let us know ASAP so we can offer it to another person on the waitlist. Thank you!
Questions? Email scottishbpocwriters@gmail.com.
Speaker

Anthony V. Capildeo FRSL is a Trinidadian Scottish writer who believes that a genocide-free, fossil fuel-free books industry is possible. Capildeo is Professor and Writer in Residence at the University of York. Polkadot Wounds (Carcanet, 2024) received recognition including the Saltire Society Award for Poetry Book of the Year.
Photo credit Aileen Lees.

